Security - Officer I - PT

Seminole Casino Coconut Creek; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is seeking a Security Officer to monitor the property, control access, and respond to incidents. You will maintain logs, patrol areas, and ensure safety for patrons and staff. The role emphasizes a friendly, customer-focused approach while enforcing security procedures.

The position requires physical stamina, the ability to lift/push heavy loads, and the capacity to work in a fast-paced casino environment. Background checks and licensure are part of the process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, along with prior security experience; or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
• Must have basic telephone and two-way radio skills, along with clear writing skills.
• Position requires a detail-oriented individual with good customer service skills who is capable of working in a high intensity atmosphere.
• Position requires extensive standing and walking with very little time sitting down.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
• Must be able to push at least 100 pounds.
• Valid Motor Vehicle License with good driving record.
• Must be able to wear a radio earphone without any medical limitations.
• Must be able to stand/walk for long periods of time, able to climb steps, respond to emergency situations and handle basic duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Bicycle officers must successfully complete the initial bike training/certification program.

Responsibilities

• Maintain observation posts throughout the property.
• Maintain various logs required for information purposes.
• Maintains secure entry and exit to the Casino.
• Rove throughout the property, staying alert to potential issues which may result in injury, damage to property, or theft of monies or valuables.
• Responsible for the safety and security of intensive cash operations.
• Promotes outgoing, friendly, customer-oriented personality at all times.
• Provides basic security coverage ensuring that adequate protection is provided for the safety and assets of patrons, employees and the company.

Skills

Customer service

Detail oriented

Clear writing

Telephone & radio skills

Stamina standing/walking

Lift 40 pounds

Push 100 pounds

Valid driver's license

Radio earphone use

Bike training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that allows our team members stay healthy, plan for their future and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Benefits may vary with employment status. To see our full list of Team Member Benefits please visit our career site: www.gotoworkhappy.com/benefits

The benefits of becoming a Security Officer at the Seminole Casino Coconut Creek

The security industry can be a great stepping stone to many opportunities in the field of law, security and public safety. With a few years’ experience, a more seasoned job seeker can branch out into other careers, including as a private investigator, a Police Officer or Military. It is important to determine which aspects of your job you like so you can pinpoint the direction you would like your career to take and that will benefit that future career.

Responsibilities

• Maintain observation posts throughout the property.
• Maintain various logs required for information purposes.
• Maintains secure entry and exit to the Casino.
• Rove throughout the property, staying alert to potential issues which may result in injury, damage to property, or theft of monies or valuables.
• Responsible for the safety and security of intensive cash operations.
• Promotes outgoing, friendly, customer-oriented personality at all times.
• Provides basic security coverage ensuring that adequate protection is provided for the safety and assets of patrons, employees and the company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, along with prior security experience; or an equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.
• Must have basic telephone and two-way radio skills, along with clear writing skills.
• Position requires a detail-oriented individual with good customer service skills who is capable or working in a high intensity atmosphere.
• Position requires extensive standing and walking with very little time sitting down.
• Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
• Must be able to push at least 100 pounds.
• Valid Motor Vehicle License with good driving record.
• Must be able to wear a radio earphone without any medical limitations.
• Must be able to stand/walk for long periods of time, able to climb steps, respond to emergency situations and handle basic duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Bicycle officers must successfully complete the initial bike training/certification program.
• Bicycle officers must always be able to perform all the above physical requirements, as well as demonstrate the ability to effectively control a 10-speed bicycle by jumping curbs, riding between vehicles, climbing steep inclines, quickly getting on and off the bicycle, and successfully meeting the physical demands of the initial bike training/certification.

Work Environment

• May be exposed to casino related environmental factors including, but not limited to, second hand smoke and excessive noise.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while
• performing the essential functions of this job.
• The Casino environment is hectic, fast-paced and often crowded and noisy. May be exposed to casino related environmental factors including, but not limited to, second hand smoke, excessive noise and constant exposure to general public.

Closing

As part of Seminole Gaming’s employment process, final candidates will be required to obtain gaming licensure by completing a background check with Seminole Gaming Compliance and Regulations, prior to an offer being extended. These background checks may include, but are not limited to:

• Credit Check
• Criminal Background Check
• Drug Screen

Acknowledgment

This job description describes the essential functions and basic skills and knowledge required for a team member to successfully perform the position, and the team member hereby certifies that the team member is capable of performing the essential functions listed here, with or without accommodation. Seminole Casino Coconut Creek (the Company) reserves the right to modify any part of this job description at any time based on business demands. The team member understands and acknowledges that all team members of the Company are employed on an at-will basis, meaning that either the team member or the Company may terminate the work relationship at any time, for any reason, and without notice. The team member further understands and acknowledges that this job description does not constitute an employment contract, nor does it guarantee the team member any future employment with the Company. Only the Vice President & General Manager has the authority to enter into any employment contract or other written employment agreement with a team member.

While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the current job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).

The Company gives preference in all of its employment practices to Native Americans. First preference in hiring, promoting and in all other aspects of employment is given to members of the Seminole Tribe who meet the job requirements. Second preference is given to members of other federally recognized Native American Tribes who meet the job requirements.