Security Manager, Racing & Gaming Ops

Churchill Downs Inc.; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellis Park Racing & Gaming in Kentucky seeks a Security Manager to oversee all security operations, ensuring safety for employees, patrons, horsemen, and racing participants. The role emphasizes backside safety, regulatory compliance, and incident reporting.

The candidate will supervise security staff, develop SOPs, and manage emergencies while coordinating with KHRC representatives and racing officials. Leadership experience in security is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret standard documentation.
• Identify problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Interpret an extensive variety of instructions, troubleshooting when necessary.
• Maintain professional working relationships among all team members.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all security operations for Ellis Park Racing & Gaming, including racing and backside areas.
• Ensure compliance with KHRC rules and licensing requirements.
• Supervise security staff, schedule shifts, and manage training programs.
• Develop and enforce SOPs and back-office procedures; report incidents.

Skills

Reading & analysis

Problem solving

Instruction interpretation

Team relations

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Flexible scheduling

Licensing compliance

Education

Associate’s degree or greater in related field

Job description

Ellis Park Racing & Gaming in Kentucky seeks a Security Manager to oversee all security operations, ensuring safety for employees, patrons, horsemen, and racing participants. The role emphasizes backside safety, regulatory compliance, and incident reporting.

The candidate will supervise security staff, develop SOPs, and manage emergencies while coordinating with KHRC representatives and racing officials. Leadership experience in security is required.