Security Assistant Manager

Posted:
7/23/2025, 1:11:07 PM

Location(s):
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States ⋅ Nevada, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security

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Meow Wolf opens portals of possibility. Come as you are! 

We are individuals who inspire creativity in people's lives through art and exploration, so that our combined imaginations can transform the world we live in. We create immersive and interactive experiences that transport audiences into fantastic realms of story and exploration.  Our Vision is to be the world’s leading creative company, reimagining the paradigm of art and storytelling, to make a positive difference in the world.  

We share a strong commitment to Belonging through our values of: 

  • Collaborative Creativity: We believe the act of creating together amplifies possibilities.

  • Provocative Playfulness:  We celebrate the unexpected because it is the doorway to discovery.

  • Outsiders Welcome: We are all outsiders at heart, and we create space for everyone to feel like they belong.

  • Authentic Compassion: We are “kind punks” - supportive to each other and standing up for what we believe in.

  • Audacious Courage: We have the courage to radically reinvent ourselves to push the boundaries of art.

If this all sounds like YOU, read on….

Job Description:

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Deadline: The deadline for submitting applications for this position is July 24, 2025. Meow Wolf reserves the right to extend this deadline if needed.

Job Summary:  

The Security Assistant Manager will assist the Security Manager in training Security staff on how to effectively provide security  and protection for guests, team members, and the property on assigned shifts in accordance with departmental standards.  Provides guidance and leadership to all reporting security personnel at Meow Wolf Las Vegas. Promotes good working relations  through courteous, helpful, and professional contact with employees, visitors, guests, and vendors/contractors. Must work  seamlessly with GM, Operations Directors, Human Resource and across all departments to ensure delivery of the highest level  of guest satisfaction. Reports directly to the Security Manager. 

Job Responsibilities:  

  • Complete all daily reports, incident reports, supplemental reports, and other written, electronic documents pertinent to the day-to-day activities of assigned tasks. 

  • Monitors, enforces, and reports violations of company rules, company policies, and applicable Local/ State/ Federal laws. 

  • Monitor and control guests entering and exiting the venue. 

  • Interact with guests and employees in a professional manner and engage with local law enforcement agencies as required. 

  • Respond to reports of guest or employee injury or illness and provide First Aid, CPR, and use AED as needed. 

  • Respond to emergency situations including, but not limited to, safety hazards, fires, medical emergencies, and threats to life and/or property. 

  • Direct evacuations during emergencies and assist guests as needed. 

  • Escort security vendors and/or employees with money pick up and drop offs. 

  • Maintain cleanliness and appearance of the venue. Cleaning assignments may be made for designated areas of responsibility before, during, and after operational hours. 

  • Exhibit a high degree of motivation toward providing guest satisfaction by displaying a friendly approach to service guests. 

  • Must be able to deal with many guests and/or employees each day in a positive and friendly manner.

  • Must be flexible to work at different positions and must be knowledgeable of all workstation requirements and functions. 

Required Qualifications: 

  • Minimum 3-5 years of supervisory or management experience in security in an exhibit, attraction, theme parks, museum, recreation facility, or other public space. 

  • Working knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.

  • Experience writing Accident/Incident Reports 

  • Proficiency in English, verbal, and writing. 

  • Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication. 

  • Customer service driven with outstanding communication and active listening skills. 

  • Observant and situationally aware. 

  • Must possess social perceptiveness to assess and understand other’s reactions and behaviors. 

  • Excellent problem-solving and multitasking skills. 

  • Must have previous computer experience and excellent verbal and written interpersonal skills to write incident reports. 

  • Fluid to change, adaptable. 

  • Solution-oriented and not stopped by “paper walls”. 

  • High School Diploma or GED graduate. 

  • Adult + Child + Infant CPR, AED, and First Aid certification.

  • Background in law enforcement or military is a plus. 

  • Bilingual, especially but not limited to English and Spanish is preferred

Work Environment and Physical Demands 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed must be representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensure, experience, and/or ability required.  

Work Environment: 

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and scanners. This position also works in an indoor setting with exposure to noisy environments, dim lighting, strong visual effects including strobing lights, special effects, fog machines and small and/ or enclosed spaces. 

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical ability to walk, stand, take stairs/slides/elevators, and navigate the elements during the day and night. Employee may be required to remain in a sitting or standing position for prolonged periods, and repeat motions that may  include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.   Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

The employee will comply with company and OSHA standard workplace safety protocols. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Work Schedule:

 This is a full time position that requires the ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays. 

Supervisor Responsibilities:

This position does require supervisory responsibility.

Travel 

This position does not require travel 

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.  

IMPACT: Meow Wolf is committed to our DIY roots and grassroots community support principles. To document that commitment, we converted our legal designation into a Delaware Public Benefit Corporation and have certified as a B Corporation. As a B Corp, we have a triple bottom line of supporting financial, social and environmental wellbeing in our community.

INCLUSION:  Meow Wolf is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to ensuring all employees enjoy and thrive in a work environment where differences make us the vibrant, wonderful community we are! All employment decisions at Meow Wolf are based on business need, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status, service in the military or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

BENEFITS:

The choices we make concerning our benefits during enrollment periods are among the most important we select for ourselves and our families. As part of the total compensation package for full-time employees, Meow Wolf offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes various options to meet individual healthcare and financial needs along with many perks.  

  • Medical Insurance options: PPO & HDHP*

  • Dental and Vision Insurance*

  • HSA, HRA, and FSA options*

  • 401k Retirement Plan

  • Company paid Life Insurance Policy and Disability Coverage(s)*

  • Voluntary Critical Illness and Life Insurance Policies*

  • Company Paid Employee Assistance Program

  • Paid Parental Leave for 12 weeks

  • Discount off Meow Wolf Gift Shop Merch and Cafes

  • Admission to Meow Wolf attractions for employees and guests

*Regular or Project Based Full-time positions

Please visit www.meowwolf.com/careers for more information.

Meow Wolf

Website: https://meowwolf.com/

Headquarter Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States

Employee Count: 251-500

Year Founded: 2008

IPO Status: Private

Last Funding Type: Grant

Industries: Art ⋅ Augmented Reality ⋅ Digital Media ⋅ Events ⋅ Podcast ⋅ Service Industry ⋅ Virtual Reality