Senior Security & Risk Manager

New York Racing Association; Elmont (NY); On-site; USD 66,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

New York Racing Association is seeking a Security Manager to lead frontside and backstretch security, align with unions, and drive risk management across NYRA properties. You will direct security operations, coordinate external partners, and supervise staff to ensure safety and compliance with SOPs.

The role emphasizes project leadership, innovative security practices, and strong collaboration with senior leadership to protect personnel and assets at racetrack venues.

Qualifications

• Investigation, safety training, risk management, and program management are preferred.
• Experience in process improvement, emergency procedures, and regulatory compliance.
• Union labor relations experience and stakeholder engagement are advantageous.
• Project leadership and security technology integration skills highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate frontside and backstretch security operations.
• Plan, assign, and manage staffing to ensure full facility coverage.
• Research and implement innovative security practices and tech.
• Maintain relationships with law enforcement, unions, and partners.
• Oversee labor relations, safety programs, and incident response.
• Lead complex security projects and risk assessments across sites.
• Manage budgets, training, and performance evaluations.
• Conduct investigations and ensure compliance with SOPs.
• Test emergency action plans and coordinate drills.
• Ensure security supports fire and workplace safety initiatives.

Skills

Investigation

Safety Training

Process Improvement

Risk Management & Hazard Assessment

Program Management

Access Controls

Safety Standards

Risk Mitigation

Emergency Procedures & Response

Report Writing

Regulatory Compliance

Emergency Management

Ethical Standards & Conduct

Labor Relations & Constructive Comm.

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Leadership

Security Technology Integration

Education

High school diploma or GED

4-Year Degree Preferred

Job description

New York Racing Association is seeking a Security Manager to lead frontside and backstretch security, align with unions, and drive risk management across NYRA properties. You will direct security operations, coordinate external partners, and supervise staff to ensure safety and compliance with SOPs.

The role emphasizes project leadership, innovative security practices, and strong collaboration with senior leadership to protect personnel and assets at racetrack venues.