Security Officer

Title:

Security Officer

Requisition #: 2881

Location:

New Orleans, LA, US, 70119

Pay Range: $29,714.00 - $41,463.00

America's second oldest horse racing track, the Fair Grounds has been a New Orleans staple since 1852. We are a premiere entertainment venue presenting thoroughbred & exotic animal races, slots, video poker and simulcasting year‑round. Located in New Orleans, Fair Grounds operates a slot‑machine gaming facility and 13 off‑track betting parlors throughout southeast Louisiana.

Security Officers protect the property from vandalism, theft and other illegal activity. Officers may perform this duty while patrolling the grounds or while stationed at a static position. Casino security officers also protect the casino funds/money during transport through various destinations. The officer(s) must enforce all safety and security protocols related to slots, racing or backside operations.

• Safeguards the company’s assets.
• Maintains security in the entire slot facility during assigned shift.
• Oversees guest and employee safety.
• Enforces the company’s policies and procedures.
• Prepares Guest Accident Reports and Security Incident Reports.
• Escorts, coins, and cash.
• Escorts company personnel, as needed, into and from secured areas.
• Collects and transports drop boxes to storage area.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Must be 21 years or older. You must have the ability to obtain a Louisiana Racing License and must have a valid Driver’s License and/or State .

Two years of experience preferred. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Can define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Can interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deal with several variables. Can read, analyze and interpret common documentation.

Can respond to common inquiries or complaints from employees, regulatory agencies or members of staff. Can write and present information to management in a reasonable manner. Can perform normal mathematical computations in regard to the implementation of current duties.

Constant motion, sit, hear and eye/hand coordination; frequently speak, read, write, stand, walk, bend and stoop; occasionally lift, carry, push and pull. 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk. The employee frequently is also required to stand, walk and reach with arms and hands, bend and can lift at least 25 pounds. Office/Casino environment;
Subject to outdoor temperature/climate conditions such as cold/weather, rain/snow or heat;
Exposed to smoke, bright lights and noise  work environment consists of very non-demanding surroundings with a low noise level.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Seniority Level: Entry level

Employment Type:

Full-time
Job Function:
Other, Information Technology, and Management
Industries:
Gambling Facilities and Casinos