Director of Security - Casino
About The Position
The Director of Security is responsible for overall security operations in the absence of the Director of Public Safety and oversees Security Shift Managers and their teams. The role establishes, implements, and enforces policies and procedures aligned with regulatory requirements, company initiatives, and organizational goals. It includes selecting, training, and developing team members; reviewing and investigating incident, medical, and surveillance reports; and implementing corrective plans to ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and applicable regulations. The Director also administers the Electronic Key Control System, performs duties associated with the Illinois Gaming Board statewide voluntary Self-Exclusion Program, assists with arrests or physically restraining resistant individuals as needed, and supports the integrity of casino gaming.
Requirements
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a gaming license issued by the Illinois Gaming Board.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 7 to 10 years of casino security experience.
- At least 5 years of casino security or casino leadership experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to interact with a variety of people.
- Flexible availability for scheduling, including shifts and days off.
- Ability to adapt and thrive in a fluid, high-stress, fast-paced environment.
- Outstanding organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree.
Responsibilities
- Manage overall security operations in the absence of the Director of Public Safety.
- Oversee all Security Shift Managers and below.
- Establish, implement, and enforce policies and procedures in accordance with regulatory requirements, company initiatives, and organizational goals.
- Select, train, and develop team members through education, training, coaching, and corrective action.
- Review and investigate incident, medical, and surveillance reports, and implement corrective plans to ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and applicable regulations.
- Administer the Electronic Key Control System.
- Perform duties and responsibilities associated with the Illinois Gaming Board statewide voluntary Self-Exclusion Program.
- Assist in arrests or physically restrain a resistant individual as needed.
- Support the overall integrity of gaming at the casino.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Critical illness insurance
- Hospital insurance
- Short-term disability
- Long-term disability
- Identity and legal protection
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Traditional and/or Roth 401(k) contribution options for full- and part-time employees
- Employee Assistance Program offering counseling on topics including mental health, finances, adult care, disability, and grief
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
High school or GED
