Security Officer - Full Time (Harrah's LV)
About The Position
The Security Officer protects company assets and provides a safe environment for employees and guests at Harrah’s Las Vegas. The role requires guest-facing experience, effective communication and report writing, sound judgment in stressful situations, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Officers must be able to work any day of the week and any shift, and must obtain and maintain specified Nevada credentials and certifications. The position involves working indoors and outdoors in extreme heat or cold, responding to emergencies, physically restraining individuals when an arrest condition exists, and completing Western Division Security Academy training and recertification. Officers must be capable of meeting the role’s physical, mental, and environmental demands.
Requirements
- Must be 21 years of age or older.
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Two years of experience in a position with direct guest contact.
- Ability to manage several tasks at once.
- Good oral and written communication skills and working knowledge of basic computer programs.
- Ability to obtain and possess a Nevada Gaming Card, Alcohol Awareness Card (AES), and First Aid and CPR certifications.
- Ability to work any day of the week and any shift.
- Well-groomed appearance.
- Ability to get along with co-workers and work as a team.
- Ability to work and stand indoors and outdoors in temperatures exceeding 115 degrees or as low as 10 degrees.
- Ability to physically restrain individuals when a condition of arrest exists.
- Ability to work independently and make rational decisions in stressful situations.
- Ability to stoop, bend, jump, twist, crouch, grip, carry heavy loads, and maneuver quickly on level surfaces and stairs.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds and push or pull up to 150 pounds.
- Ability to see and remember specific details of incidents and persons, give court testimony when necessary, and write detailed reports.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Ability to tolerate secondhand smoke, high noise levels, bright lights, and dust.
- Must pass the Western Division Security Academy’s physical and written tests covering Controlled Force, Defensive Tactics, Legal Issues, Handcuffing, Tactical Communications, Use of Force, Report Writing, Searching Subjects, Emergency Response, Ethics, and Expandable Baton.
- Must pass all physical, mental, and environmental demands required for Academy recertification.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of police, military, or casino security experience.
- Prior experience in a position with direct guest contact.
Responsibilities
- Protect company assets and provide a safe environment for employees and guests.
- Respond calmly to crises and stressful situations and make rational decisions when handling guest and employee issues.
- Prepare effective, detailed written reports and provide court testimony when necessary.
- Work independently and collaboratively with co-workers as a team.
- Complete eight hours of ASP (baton) training.
- Pass the physical and written testing of the Western Division Security Academy within the first 90 days of employment.
- Recertify through the Western Division Security Academy between years two and three.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
