Rapid Response Team Officer

Prairie Meadows; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 27,844 - 39,657; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible payment options (daily, weekly, biweekly)

Job summary

A leading entertainment destination in Iowa is seeking a Security Officer to join their rapid response team. This role involves maintaining safety and security for guests and employees, quickly responding to emergency situations, and safeguarding company assets. Candidates must have a high school diploma, ideally with previous military or security experience, and the ability to handle stressful situations. A valid driver's license is required, and applicants must be 21 or older. This position offers a competitive hourly wage.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of related experience and/or training preferred.
• Previous military or education in security fields desired.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security over assigned areas by observing guests.
• Safeguard casino assets to protect guests and employees.
• Survey outdoor areas to ensure guests do not enter restricted zones.

Skills

Ability to handle stressful situations

Use of required weapons

Observation skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

$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.