Rapid Response Team Officer

CL d585b542 39a6 4101 8268 ebb5dfb8e1ea; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Meadows is recruiting for a rapid response security team member to protect guests and staff at Iowa’s No. 1 entertainment destination. You’ll be first on scene for emergencies, patrolling to deter threats and safeguard assets.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 21+ years old, valid driver’s license, ability to lift up to 100 lbs, and completion of required weapons and defensive tactics training. Compensation is $24.50/hour with flexible pay options.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and maintain composure.
• Must meet Iowa Racing & Gaming Commission suitability standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security over assigned areas by observing guests and watching for unlawful or suspicious acts.
• Safeguard casino assets and protect guests and employees.
• Survey outdoor areas near the racetrack to ensure restricted area access is prevented.
• Analyze situations and take appropriate action, including armed response when justified.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Skills

Observant

Stress management

Armed response

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Shift: 3pm-11pm

Days Off: Tuesday/Wednesday

$24.50/hour Get paid when you need it – daily, weekly or biweekly!

Never have a dull, boring day at work again when you join the rapid response team at Prairie Meadows. We are committed to giving a remarkable guest experience, and the first step to achieving this goal is providing a safe environment. That’s where YOU come in. As a part of our rapid response team and security department, you will be the first responder to emergency situations, protecting guests of Iowa’s No. 1 entertainment destination as well as fellow employees.

Here’s what you’d be responsible for:

• Maintaining security over assigned areas by observing guests and watching for any unlawful or suspicious acts.
• Safeguarding casino assets and protecting the company, guests, and employees from unknown and anticipated threats.
• Surveying outdoor areas near the racetrack to ensure that guests do not enter restricted areas.
• Analyzing situations and quickly taking proper action, using armed force when justified and necessary.
• Performing other related duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent. Two or more year’s related experience and/or training preferred. Previous military, security, or education in these fields desired. Ability to handle stressful situations is a must. Valid driver's license and safe driving record required. Must meet company insurance requirements. Must be able to successfully demonstrate proper usage of required weapons and pass an annual defensive tactics course. Conviction of any felony offense is an automatic disqualification for this position. Must meet suitability standards set by the Iowa Racing & Gaming Commission, including physical/mental qualifications, and weapons qualifications. Must be 21 years of age or older. Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. is required.