Security Officer Armed

Golden Entertainment, Inc.; Laughlin (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Golden Entertainment, Inc. in Laughlin, Nevada seeks a Security Officer to ensure a safe environment for guests and employees through thorough monitoring and incident response. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and a year of experience in security or hospitality. They will demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to teamwork, while maintaining compliance with relevant regulations and providing outstanding guest service in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in hospitality or security preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to access and input information using a moderately complex computer system.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and patrol assigned areas to ensure safety.
• Respond to guest and employee incidents and emergencies.
• Escort transfers of money and secure crime scenes.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Moderately complex computer system

Job description

Summary

As the Security Officer, you play an essential role in ensuring the safety and security of guests, employees, and property by monitoring and patrolling assigned areas. You contribute to providing a secure and welcoming environment, responding quickly and appropriately to incidents, and promoting outstanding guest service.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Provide timely and courteous guest service consistent with the company's guest service culture
• Monitor and patrol all areas of the casino and hotel to protect property and ensure guest and team member safety
• Escort and secure all transfers of money, tokens, chip fills, hopper fills, and jackpots
• Respond to guest and employee incidents, including injuries, illnesses, or emergency situations
• Support emergency evacuations and direct guests appropriately
• Assist guests with room key access and wheelchair escorts as needed
• Maintain and secure crime scenes, communicate with law enforcement and investigators as needed
• Assign and log keys using Key‑Trac system; monitor fire control center and manage lost and found
• Ensure compliance with all applicable gaming laws and company internal controls, policies and procedures, Title 31, and federal regulations, if they apply to the position
• Provide outstanding guest service in a timely manner to both guests and fellow team members that meets the company's guest service culture standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a similar role within the hospitality or security industry preferred
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks accurately in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team
• Committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and safety-conscious work environment
• Ability to access and input information using a moderately complex computer system

Requirements

• This position is classified as safety-sensitive and requires successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, including testing for marijuana
• At least 21 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to effectively communicate in English, both written and verbal
• Obtain and maintain all work cards as required by the company
• Verify right to work in the United States

Work Cards

• Alcohol Awareness Card
• Nevada Gaming Registration

Physical Requirements

• Frequently push/pull up to 75 lbs.
• Occasionally lift and/or carry up to 75 lbs. at floor, knee, waist, and chest levels
• Occasionally squat, kneel, reach, bend, twist
• Regularly sit and work at a desk or computer
• Frequently standing and walking
• Ability to communicate using in-person speech, radios, and telephone
• Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sound in person
• Ability to distinguish between shades of color
• Ability to use tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity
• Ability to ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, and ramps

Work Environment Potential Conditions

• Indoor
• Outdoor
• Smoky
• Noisy
• Bright flashing lights
• Extreme Heights
• Extreme hot cold temperatures
• Slippery surfaces
• Exposure to dust, fumes and/or gases

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.