Security Officer

Prairie Meadows; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Meadows in Altoona, IA is seeking a Security Officer to maintain safe, secure premises and protect guests and associates at Iowa’s No. 1 entertainment destination.

You will monitor assigned areas, check credentials, respond to incidents, and complete reports. The role requires reading and writing routine reports, effective communication, and the ability to lift up to 100 lbs, with prior security or related training preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write routine reports and other correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of guests and employees.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Checking credentials and IDs at access points.
• Receiving and responding quickly to phone and radio calls.
• Completing reports for all incidents.
• Surveying outdoor areas near the racetrack to ensure that guests do not enter restricted areas.
• Performing other related duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Skills

Effective communication

Report writing

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

$21/hour Get paid when you need it – daily, weekly or biweekly!

Never have a dull, boring day at work again when you become a security officer 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. Join our team and protect guests and fellow employees of Iowa’s No. 1 entertainment destination.

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.
• Checking credentials and IDs at access points.
• Receiving and responding quickly to phone and radio calls.
• Completing reports for all incidents.
• Surveying outdoor areas near the racetrack to ensure that guests do not enter restricted areas.
• Performing other related duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent. Previous military, security, or education in these fields desired with two or more year’s related experience and/or training preferred. Valid driver's license and safe driving record required. Must meet company insurance requirements. Must be able to read and write routine reports and other correspondence. Must have the ability to speak effectively before groups of guests and employees. Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. is required.