Elvis Presley Enterprises/Graceland

Security Guard - FULL TIME

Elvis Presley Enterprises/Graceland  •  Memphis, TN (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

Elvis Presley Enterprises
Become a part of the exciting growth at Graceland!
Since opening to the public in 1982, Elvis Presley's Graceland has hosted over 20 million visitors from every state in the union and nearly every country of the world. Graceland welcomes over 500,000 visitors each year, is one of the five most visited home tours in the United States, and is the most famous home in America after The White House.

In 1991, Graceland was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. In 2006, it was designated a National Historic Landmark.

Graceland visitors come from all walks of life, all ages, all musical tastes, all income levels, all educational backgrounds, and all parts of the world.

Our employees are ambassadors to Memphis and work hard to ensure all of our guests are treated with the same southern hospitality that Elvis Presley was known for.

This is a full-time position located at Graceland and The Guest House at Graceland with variable/flexible working hours to include weekends, evenings, holidays, and overtime as required. Benefits may be offered after successful completion of a sixty (60) introductory period. This is a promotional opportunity and is an internal/external recruitment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Maintain a safe and secure workplace.
• Administer and assist with first aid when necessary.
• Write reports of various types.
• Patrol and observe assigned area.
• Maintain crowd control as required.
• Observe CCTV monitors and report information.
• Work with cash registers and assist with other duties as required.
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
• Skill in speaking with persons of various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds.
• Must have a Security License from the State of Tennessee
• Ability to listen and observe in order to meet the varying needs of guests and property.
• Ability to handle complaints and refer to the appropriate persons when necessary.
• Demonstrated background in security.
• Ability to use a portable radio.
• Must be able to travel to other locations/properties as required.
• Ability to handle cash.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to stand, sit, and walk for long periods of time; ability to stoop, reach and lift boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.; ability to climb stairs; ability to speak clearly and distinctly; must be able to work outside in all types of weather; ability to react in emergency situations.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Uniform is required; must be Tennessee certified; ability to use a portable radio; CPR certification is preferred; must have a good driving record.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Work variable/flexible hours, days, evenings, weekends and overtime as required.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Please apply online at www.gracelandjobs.com. Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test. We are an equal opportunity employer. This position will remain open until filled.

Notice: Screening tests for alcohol and illegal drug use will be required before hiring and during your employment with this company.
Elvis Presley Enterprises/Graceland

About Elvis Presley Enterprises/Graceland

Since opening to the public in 1982, Elvis Presley's Graceland has hosted millions of visitors from every state in the union and nearly every country of the world. Graceland welcomes over 500,000 visitors each year, is one of the five most visited home tours in the United States, and is the most famous home in America after The White House. In 1991, Graceland was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. In 2006, it was designated a National Historic Landmark. Graceland visitors come from all walks of life, all ages, all musical tastes, all income levels, all educational backgrounds, and all parts of the world. The demographics are broad.

Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. (EPE) is the corporate entity that was created by the Elvis Presley Trust to conduct business and manage its assets, including the Graceland operation.

Joel Weinshanker owns the rights to Graceland's operations, with Authentic Brand Group, LLC and the Presley family as partners. Lisa Marie Presley retains a 15% ownership in the company and continues to be involved in major business decisions, as does her mother Priscilla.

Lisa Marie Presley retains 100% sole personal ownership of Graceland Mansion itself and its over 13-acre original grounds and her father's personal effects - meaning costumes, wardrobe, awards, furniture, cars, etc.. She has made the mansion property and her father's personal effects permanently available for tours of Graceland and for use in all of EPE's operations.

Jack Soden is the President and CEO of EPE and is based in the Memphis office. This top management team is supported by the vice-presidents, directors, managers and staff of the various departments of EPE, including marketing & media, sales, accounting, operations, human resources and the various sub-departments within these.

Industry
Arts & Entertainment
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Unknown
Year Founded
1982
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