Track Safety Officer

Churchill Downs Incorporated; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (including Vision and

Dental!

Accrual of Paid Time Off

401k with Company Match – 100% vested

Company Stock Purchase Plan

Team Member Engagement

Team Member Referral Plan

Job summary

Presque Isle Downs & Casino, located in Erie, PA, seeks a Security Team Member to join the Security Department. You will help keep the stable area, track, and racing operations safe and secure, including controlling access points, assisting jockey room security, and patrolling grounds during racing season.

Responsibilities include enforcing track rules, issuing permits, maintaining order in public areas, and preparing incident reports.

Qualifications

• Security experience helpful but not required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills expected.
• Must be able to read and write reports.
• Neat appearance required; professional conduct.
• Must be able to obtain appropriate licensing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and security of visitors, employees, and properties related to horse racing.
• Control access points, issue permits and citations as needed.
• Provide security for Jockey Room personnel and the Winner’s Circle area.
• Maintain order among guests and assist with crowd control.
• Document incidents and prepare required paperwork.

Skills

Security experience

Communication skills

Report writing

Neat appearance

License eligibility

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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Presque Isle Downs & Casino, conveniently located off of I90 in Erie, PA, features table games, slots, sportsbook, entertainment, live thoroughbred horse racing, and year-round simulcast racing. The casino features the latest technology and amenities designed for guest comfort and expectations. The property features three restaurants, including two award-winning restaurants - Churchill’s Bourbon & Brew and LBV Steakhouse. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, help is available. Call 1-800-GAMBLER.

Benefits of being a PID team member…

• Health insurance (including Vision and Dental!) the first of the month following 30 days of employment for regular FT Team Members
• Accrual of Paid Time Off for FT and PT
• 401k with Company Match – 100% vested at sign up
• Company Stock Purchase Plan
• Team Member Engagement
• Team Member Referral Plan

JOB SUMMARY

Join the Security Department atPresque Isle Downs! You’ll help keep our stable area, track, and racing operations safe and secure—controlling access points, supporting jockey room security, patrolling the grounds, issuing permits and citations, and keeping the Winner’s Circle race-ready. If you’re observant, confident, and ready to be at the heart of racing season, we want you on our team!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Candidate is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all Presque Isle Downs’ visitors, employees, and properties related to horse racing. Candidate will ensure that only authorized personnel and horses enter/exit the Stable Gate area. Candidate will provide physical security and a visual presence in the stable area. Candidate will ensure enforcement of track rules and regulations and will issue citations as necessary. Candidate will issue parking permits to authorized individuals and will ensure that parking regulations are followed. Candidate will provide security for Jockey Room personnel and will ensure that only authorized individuals gain access to the Jockey Room quarters. Candidate will maintain organization in the Winner’s Circle and the Paddock area. Candidate will limit access to the track via the Shoot Gate entrance and the South Track Gate entrance. Candidate will perform scheduled foot patrol rounds of the stable area. Candidate will prepare, file, and update appropriate paperwork. Candidate will write incident reports on any/all reportable events. Candidate will request identification from young looking individuals who attempt to enter the track viewing area and will place an appropriate colored wristband on such individuals. Candidate will maintain order among guests on the outside apron and will assist with crowd control. Other duties may be assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Security experience helpful but not required. Candidate must have excellent communication and customer service skills. Candidate must perform job duties in a respectful and polite manner. Candidate must present a neat appearance. Candidate must be able to read and write reports. Candidate must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time. Candidate must be able to obtain appropriate licensing.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma preferred but not required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Work With Us

Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.