Who are we hiring?

Are you looking to work for a world leader in live entertainment? Want to experience the roar of the crowd or the thrill of a lifetime, every night? Join Madison Square Garden Entertainment and you’ll be a part of the action as we make unforgettable happen for our guests. ROLE SUMMARY: Security Officer will assist and ensure the protection of the guests, employees, facilities and property of Madison Square Garden.

What will you do?

• Responsible for checking bags and screening guests and employees to ensure overall safety.
• Controls access to the arena. Screens visitors, vehicles, and equipment entering the arena.
• Assisting with guest ingress and egress.
• Secures TV trucks, equipment, and personnel entering and exiting the arena’s loading docks in support of arena events.
• Observes and reports on security threats along the building’s perimeter such as: crime, scalper activity, loitering, and surveillance activity (of performers, players, arena activity)
• Screens bulk items entering the loading dock like mail, team equipment, and deliveries.
• Escorts patrons, clients, employees, artists, performers and players into and out of Madison Square Garden.
• Learns and executes arena security response, access control, and evacuation plans.
• This role will cover various indoor and outdoor posts as assigned.
• Respond to all security assistance calls during events/operating hours.

What do you need to succeed?

• Security experience with an understanding of security procedures and guest relations
• Active member of Local 177
• Familiarity with radios, Closed Circuit Television Systems and other security devices.
• Must have the ability and interpersonal skills to effectively assist guests, clients and employees.
• Will be a team player and self-motivator
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Must have a valid NYS Security License and Fire Guard License.
• Must be able to successfully complete physical fitness examination.
• Must be willing to travel to other MSG locations as needed
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, have split days off, work weekends and holidays in a 24 X 7 environment
• General physical requirements such as lifting 25 lbs., standing for long periods, walking long distances, bending and constant motion is often required.

Our unique talents and backgrounds are what make us a strong and dynamic organization. This is your chance to join a team of professionals and bring your passion to delight guests to our growing company!

Why is MSG for me?


We invite you to create an exceptional career at MSG

Candidates who have completed 60 credits of college-level coursework (representing 2 years), or have shown similar self-development through certifications, trade school coursework, etc. are preferred. Educational requirements may differ from job to job based on the role.

We value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds

At MSG we value diversity and are looking for extraordinary employees of all backgrounds! MSG is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sexual and reproductive health choices, national origin, citizenship, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. In addition to federal law mandates, MSG complies with all applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all locations and will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required. #LI-JV1