The Ordway: The Ordway is the arts epicenter of Saint Paul, Minnesota, and one of the leading nonprofits performing arts centers in the country. Founded on the belief that performing arts should be wide-ranging and accessible to all, the Ordway is home to a variety of performances that encompass the finest in Broadway musicals, concerts, dance and vocal artists. Known as the most comfortable place to catch a show in Minnesota, the Ordway includes a magnificent 1,900-seat Music Theater, a state-of-the-art 1,100-seat Concert Hall and spacious lobbies. The Ordway aims to reflect the communities it serves and address barriers to ensure everyone can experience the power of the performing arts.
Job summary: Ordway Center for the Performing Arts seeks a reliable, customer-service oriented Security Supervisor to greet guests as they enter the Ordway theater's Stage Door. This position will work Monday – Friday from 7 AM – 3 PM as well as share responsibility to cover or find replacements for other shifts, as needed. This is a full-time, hourly role, and is benefits eligible. Learn more about this exciting opportunity at Ordway.org.
Position Purpose: The Security Supervisor plays a key role in supporting the Security Manager by helping to keep the department running smoothly. This includes participating in ongoing security training to maintain a safe and secure environment for everyone – from employees and performers to guests, vendors, and contractors.
Position Details:
Posting Date: 9/924
Closing Date: The Ordway is dedicated to building an equitable environment and strongly encourages applications from Black, Indigenous, People of Color, women, transgender, and non-binary candidates. This position will remain open until a diverse and qualified pool of candidates is identified. Applicants from populations underrepresented in the theater field are strongly encouraged to apply.
Employee Type: Nonexempt, Full-time
Pay: $21 - $23 per hour
Department: Security
Reports to: Security Manager
Key Performance Areas:
Weekly operations meetings and weekly meeting with Security Manager.
Provide weekly reports of Stage Door Attendants and Event Security activities.
Responsible for Detex, monitoring, reports and maintenance, as well as quarterly Operations reports.
Monitor and review the Ordway’s buildings and grounds to ensure they are safe and secure.
Project the image of the Ordway through actions and behaviors at the Stage Door and Front Lobby.
Complete tasks at the Stage Door to ensure efficient and productive daily operations.
Extinguish any security incidents, and in the event of an elevated security incident, notify higher authorities to ensure the safety of staff and patrons in Ordway facilities.
Other Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required, Associate’s Degree preferred.
Two to four years of building security experience, preferred.
Supervisory experience, required.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Ability to listen and communicate routine exchange of factual information.
Ability to observe suspicious behavior, techniques for dealing with public that may put their safety in danger.
Knowledge of workplace safety standards including General Duty Standards, Hazardous Communication Standards, Occupational Noise Exposure, Personal Protective Equipment, Lockout/Tag Out, and Blood Borne Pathogens.
Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint and basic Excel).
The Ordway requires all employees to adhere to the COVID safety standards set by the artists and tours that perform on our stages. This means that at times Ordway employees may be required to wear masks, to take COVID tests, and possibly, to provide proof of COVID vaccination. The Ordway is an equal opportunity employer and will consider requests for reasonable accommodation for employees and applicants based on disability or sincerely held religious beliefs.
To Apply: For more information or to apply, visit ordway.org/employment.
Ordway is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, creed, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, age, local human rights commission activity, national origin, and veteran, or disability status. The Ordway Theater and administrative office are wheelchair accessible and service animals are welcomed. All applicants who have questions or needs regarding access accommodations or interpreting assistance for job interviews are encouraged to reach out to Human Resources.
We know there are great candidates who may not fit into the criteria we’ve outlined here, or who have important skills we haven’t listed. If that’s you, please don’t hesitate to apply anyway and tell us about yourself.