Security Officer - Security - Full Time

Ocean Casino Resort • Atlantic City, NJ

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About The Position

The Security Officer provides security coverage to protect the safety and assets of patrons, team members, and the company. Officers are assigned to posts in the hotel, casino resort, and outdoor environments to deter and prevent illegal or terroristic activities, hazards, and company or regulatory violations. Duties include assisting guests with illnesses, injuries, and information; issuing temporary access badges; protecting company assets; monitoring employee activities; and observing and reporting suspicious activity to security dispatch by radio or telephone.

The role responds to disturbances with the aim of defusing incidents through calm verbal communication, while being prepared for physical confrontation when necessary. Officers protect and move company funds around the premises, document incidents involving the property, guests, and team members, and escort team members to their vehicles when requested. Assignments may involve using a two-wheeled mountain bike or motorized vehicle in varied environments and conditions. The officer must comply with New Jersey regulatory requirements and be able to investigate incidents and complete written reports.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to handle all types of guest-related situations.
• Basic arithmetic skills, including addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication.
• Valid New Jersey driver's license.
• Ability to talk on and hear a two-way radio and telephone.
• Visual acuity correctable to 20/20, with normal color, peripheral, and night vision.
• Ability to stand for an entire shift and move throughout casino and hotel areas.
• Ability to work under adverse conditions, including overtime, evenings, weekends, and holidays, and to testify in court on or off duty.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform physical activities including standing, kneeling or crouching, sitting, bending, lifting, grasping or handling, and reaching.

Nice To Haves

• Previous casino security or law enforcement experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide security coverage to protect patrons, team members, and company assets.
• Deter and prevent illegal or terroristic activities, hazards, and company or regulatory violations at assigned posts.
• Assist guests with illnesses, injuries, and information.
• Issue temporary access badges.
• Monitor employee activities throughout the hotel and casino complex to maintain rules and regulations.
• Observe and report suspicious vehicles, smoke, and other activity to security dispatch by radio or telephone.
• Respond to disturbances with the intent to defuse incidents through calm verbal communication and become physically involved when necessary.
• Move and protect company funds throughout the premises, including lifting and pulling carts.
• Prepare detailed reports of incidents involving the property, guests, and team members as directed.
• Escort team members to and from their vehicles when requested.
• Carry out assignments using a two-wheeled mountain bike and/or motorized vehicle when assigned.
• Comply with New Jersey regulatory requirements.
• Investigate incidents and complete written reports as instructed.

Benefits

• Free meal on shift
• Training and development
• Health care plan (medical, dental, and vision)
• Retirement plan (401k)
• Life insurance (basic, voluntary, and AD&D)
• Paid time off
• Free parking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED