Security Officer (Temporary for Racing Season)

FUNCTION

The Seasonal Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all patrons, employees, and company assets. This position is temporary for the Racing Season. Applicants will need availability from the end of April through July. Workdays will start at 08:00 AM and end at approximately 08:00 PM on Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Essential functions may vary depending on event size, number of events and/or geographic location. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow for certain ADA requirements. Other duties, not listed below, may also be assigned.
• The delivery of quality service and positive interaction with our customers is critical to the completion of all the tasks within this job description. The ability to greet all guest, vendors, and team members; while continuously maintaining the standards of excellence in presentation and professionalism. Guest Service is Team Member’s Job!
• Maintain a working knowledge of all emergency policies, procedures and regulations; respond immediately to emergency alarms or calls for help, determine course of action, notify appropriate authorities and assist as needed.
• Ensure the safety and security of employees and customers.
• Checking of valid identification to enter the event.
• Control access to designated areas.
• Monitor crowd behavior and maintain/restore crowd control throughout venue.
• Secure assigned post locations.
• Observe and report all incidents and accidents. Confront and resolve incidents to successful conclusion.
• Be diligent and vigilant in security and safety awareness.
• Be proactive in obtaining information in regards to post orders, revisions, and daily event needs, (i.e. parking lists and access changes).
• May be asked to operate a company vehicle and/or equipment that require a valid Driver’s License.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

• Maintain interpersonal working relationship among all personnel.
• Oral and written communication skills.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Able to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license
• 1-2 year of security officer role

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand; walk; use hands to finger reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee may also be required to lift, push, and pull up to 25lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is subjected to circulate throughout the assigned areas, including the smoking area, actively observing players and functioning of machines.