Provides 24/7 corporate and event security for Disney employees, guests, celebrities, and property. Duties include visitor screening, ID control, patrols, incident documentation, package management, emergency response, event security, and coordination with first responders and private security details. Requires flexible shift availability, physical readiness for outdoor work, strong communication, quick decision-making, and the ability to de-escalate difficult situations.
Job Posting Title:
Security OfficerReq ID:
10161503Job Description:
Would you like to be part of a team that keeps the cast, crew, celebrity guests and co-workers at The Walt Disney Company safe and secure? Our Security Officers do it all, from working special events like Disney shows to regular perimeter checks of our buildings and offices. If you thrive in an environment where no two days are exactly alike, and where professionalism and precision are valued, apply today to join us!
As a Security Officer, you’d be part of a well-trained, cohesive team that provides 24/7 protection for co-workers and guests at our buildings and at special events. Your mission? To protect Disney property and safeguard our people!
Every day as a Security Officer is different! Depending on your shift, on any given day you might:
- Greet visitors, check company IDs, and provide temporary IDs at building entrances
- Evaluate and screen the audience line at live TV shows
- Be a security presence at movie premiers or private parties
- Patrol hallways and building perimeters to spot safety issues or irregularities
- Fill out the logbook precisely and completely
- Answer questions asked by visitors and employees in a friendly, professional way
- Use your know-how and training to diffuse a tense situation
- Respond to medical or fire incidents, and work directly with local first responders
- Assist private security details brought by celebrities, sports stars, politicians and visiting dignitaries – even the President has been known to stop by
- Control messenger flow and package delivery
- Utilize technology to report and document incidents and manage information flow
- Perform walk-through evaluation at off-site events
Here’s what you will need to be successful in the job:
- 1 year of corporate security, law enforcement or military experience
- Excellent communication skills, including fluent written and spoken English, and strong command of basic English grammar
- Ability to make quick decisions using your training and common sense
- The knack for talking to people in a friendly way that gets results
- A “team” orientation and willingness to collaborate
- Physical ability to perform all aspects of the job and be outside in all weather; and
- Flexible workdays/hours (this is a “shift work” role) and ability to work some overtime
It would be a plus if you also have these skills:
- Valid Security Guard license issued by your state
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience working under pressure
- Ability to take command and diplomatically control difficult situations
Education is important to us, here is what we are looking for:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Associate degree or higher preferred
Some of the perks we offer include:
- Taking part in ongoing learning on subjects such as CPR, Imminent Threat Assessment and First Aid training.
- Attending a movie screening or television taping, enjoying the full array of benefits offered by The Walt Disney Company including paid time off, 401K participation, a retirement savings plan, discounts on a wide variety of offerings, medical/dental/vision insurance and educational reimbursement-just to name a few!
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The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $42,600 to $57,000 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.Job Posting Segment:
SecurityJob Posting Primary Business:
Domestic Security OperationsPrimary Job Posting Category:
Ops GeneralEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
New York, NY, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-09-24The Walt Disney Company New York, New York, USA Office
New York, United States
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