Security Officer

Churchill Downs Incorporated

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ellis Park offers live thoroughbred horse racing during the summer season, with simulcast wagering 365 days a year, 300 HHR machines, exciting promotions, convenient sports betting, The Pea Patch Deli, Dade Park Grill and more. Ellis Park Racing & Gaming is hiring Security Officers to join our winning team! An Ellis Park Security Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety of all Ellis Park guests, team members, and property. They are also responsible for addressing issues such as altercations, theft, vandalism, fire, trespassing, and other illegal activities in a calm, cool, and collected manner.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Relevant work experience in security or related field.
• Available to work when needed, including weekends, holidays, and nights.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license.

Nice To Haves

• Customer relations
• Risk management

Responsibilities

• Provide safety and security to Ellis Park guests, team members, and property.
• Report and assist in medical emergency situations.
• Check IDs and verify all guests entering the gaming floor are 21 or older.
• Patrol the facility, backside, and parking lot on a routine scheduled basis.
• Watch for and report all irregularities occurring during the shift. Prepare documentation concerning each incident and report to the appropriate personnel daily.
• Escort Ellis Park guests and team members to their vehicles, as requested, to ensure their safety.
• Escort all money transferred to and from the cage.
• Respond to emergency situations.

Benefits

• Full-time and part-time employment opportunities available.
• Competitive benefits include a 401k match, tuition reimbursement, and an employee stock purchase plan.
• Generous PTO policy based on the hours you work, the more hours you work the more PTO you earn!
• Savings on a variety of purchases from electronics and appliances to apparel, cars, flowers, fitness memberships, gift cards, groceries, hotels, movie tickets, rental cars, special events, theme parks and more through our Savings Marketplace.
• Opportunities for advancement! This position is a great way to get your foot in the door to a future career in security, surveillance, risk, and the gaming industry.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees