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Sr. Manager, Event Security & Safety

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Salary
Range $51,200.00 - $85,400.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

Competitive cash-based compensation
100% employer-paid healthcare premiums
generous paid family leave
Employer-paid life insurance
employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance
Retirement contributions (401k/Pension)
Fitness Reimbursement
commuter benefit
LinkedIn learning
Comprehensive relocation package
hybrid work environment

Job Description

The Pokemon Company International manages the Pokemon brand outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing and marketing, the Pokemon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokemon website. Since its launch in Japan in 1996, Pokemon has evolved to become one of the most popular and enduring childrens entertainment properties worldwide. The company embraces a multifaceted approach to delivering engaging content and experiences for fans globally, supporting a diverse portfolio of products and events.

The role of Sr. Manager, Event Security & Safety is a senior leadership position within The Pokemon Company International focused on defining and executing security and safety strategies for a broad spectrum of TPCi events held globally. It involves not only strategic planning but also hands-on leadership during some of the companys largest and most influential events, which gather tens of thousands of attendees. This is a hybrid role requiring proficiency in cross-functional collaboration with internal stakeholders such as operations, production, legal, and marketing teams, as well as external vendors and government agencies across multiple regions.

This position demands an experienced security professional who can lead a dynamic and growing team, develop scalable security roadmaps aligning with business growth, and implement innovative safety protocols by leveraging the latest technology. The role requires approximately 20% travel globally, including attending the prestigious International & World Championships. Candidates should be prepared to provide on-site support, potentially standing or walking for extended periods during events. Reporting directly to senior leadership, the Sr. Manager will influence event security strategy, ensuring the safety of players, attendees, staff, and VIPs in diverse international environments.

In addition to core management and operational responsibilities, this role requires a demonstrated ability to manage complex incident responses, crisis situations, and coordinate with law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and other emergency services internationally. The role also involves executive and VIP protection components, unique to the evolving nature of the Pokemon brand and its global fanbase. The compensation for this role ranges from $141,000 to $254,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a full-time exempt position that demands a proactive, detail-oriented leader passionate about safety and continuous improvement, ready to tackle the scale and fast pace synonymous with global entertainment events.

Job Requirements

  • Ten plus years of relevant professional experience
  • Five plus years of people management experience
  • Ability to travel approximately 20% of time, including international travel
  • Ability to provide on-site event support requiring standing or walking for long durations
  • Strong expertise in security and safety including threat analysis, emergency response, crowd control
  • Experience with executive, VIP, and high-profile individual protection
  • Ability to multitask and work under pressure
  • Valid legal right to work in the hiring country or visa sponsorship where eligible

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or master's degree in a related field or equivalent experience
  • Proven track record leading event security teams for large, global events
  • Experience in threat analysis, incident/crisis management, and emergency response
  • Skilled in crowd control, asset protection, vendor and project management
  • Exceptional leadership and internal stakeholder management skills
  • Excellent communication with senior and executive leadership
  • Ability to manage global budgets and integrate with government agencies
  • Passion for continuous improvement and team collaboration

Job Duties

  • Define and maintain security and safety roadmap for events programs globally
  • Ensure alignment with business objectives, scalability, and long-term event growth plans
  • Lead and mentor a team of security professionals
  • Develop training, support documents, and processes
  • Provide active onsite leadership at large consumer shows
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure security plan execution
  • Identify and resolve operational security bottlenecks
  • Oversee security reporting and use data insights for improvement
  • Lead crisis response strike teams

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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