Vice President Security/Chief Security

Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians; Viejas (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus eligibility

Gym membership

Fuel discount

Job summary

Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians seeks a VP of Security to direct the Security Department, safeguarding people, property, and assets across the reservation and resort.

The role oversees law enforcement, guest services, staffing, training, budgeting, and regulatory compliance, ensuring a safe environment for guests, tribal members, and team members.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements security strategies for the property.
• Provides law enforcement and guest services in resort areas; ensures a safe environment for guests and team members.
• Directs staffing, supervision, and training of all security personnel.
• Ensures compliance with laws and regulations related to crime, traffic, and parking.
• Maximizes resources to keep guests safe and comfortable on property.
• Develops emergency and contingency plans and training programs for tribal members, guests, and staff.
• Oversees investigations; reviews incidents and reports to identify safety improvements.
• Builds partnerships and channels for effective cross‑organisational communication.
• Manages budget planning, monitors performance, and adjusts to priorities.
• Maintains confidentiality in handling sensitive material; adheres to confidentiality agreements.
• Ensures a clean, safe, hazard‑free work environment.

Skills

Security leadership

Policy compliance

Emergency planning

Staff training

Budget management

Investigations oversight

Interagency collaboration

Confidentiality

Job description

Job Summary

The VP of Security will direct the Security Department in protecting the people, property, and assets of the organization. Ensures a safe and secure property for guests, tribal members, and team members across the entire reservation.

Job Description

• Develops and implements strategies appropriate to the area of the property.
• Provides law enforcement for the Tribal Member residential areas; provides law enforcement and a level of guest service consistent with our rating standards to guests of the Resort; and provides a safe working environment for Team Members.
• Directs the staffing, supervision, and training of all Security personnel including technical, compliance as well as guest service.
• Ensures that all applicable federal, state, local, and organizational laws and rules and regulations are enforced, including those related to the prevention of crime, traffic, and parking regulations.
• Maximizes available resources to protect and ensure guests are safe, secure and feel comfortable while anywhere on property.
• Develops emergency and contingency plans for tribal members, guests, team members, and the company property; oversees the development of training programs to communicate the plans to tribal team members and team members.
• Oversees all investigations performed by Security Department; reviews all incidents and related reports involving guests and/or team members to determine whether safety precautions were overlooked; makes recommendations for changes/improvements as needed.
• Develops the partnerships, relationships, and communication channels necessary to position the department to achieve business results and effectively respond to problems or emergencies.
• Develops those partnerships, relationships, and communication channels at all levels of the organization including Senior Management, and with internal and external agencies including the Gaming Commission, Viejas Fire Department, Federal, State, County and City officials.
• Directs the budget planning process, adheres to budget, monitors performance against budget and makes changes based on business priorities.
• Acts with discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive material; required to sign and adhere to a Confidentiality Agreement.
• Ensures that a clean, safe, hazard-free work environment is maintained.
• Adheres to all company and department policies, procedures, and standard operating guidelines Performs other duties as assigned.

Hiring Preference

The Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with tribal and federal law, the Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians applies Native American preference in hiring. 85% of our Management Team have been promoted from within On our most recent Engagement Survey, 82% of our Team Members expressed that they were grateful to work at Viejas 40% of our Team Members have worked for us for more than 5 years and 23% for more than 10 years San Diego's Premier Gaming Resort, Viejas Casino & Resort is a AAA Four Diamond Award recipient since 2013.

San Diego's Premier Gaming Resort

San Diego's Premier Gaming Resort, Viejas Casino & Resort is a AAA Four Diamond Award recipient since 2013. Viejas Casino & Resort features world-class gaming with thousands of slot machines, exciting table games, an outlet shopping center, and an off-track betting facility. Viejas Casino & Resort also features a variety of restaurants including the AAA Four Diamond Grove Steakhouse which offers classic and contemporary cuisine for the definitive gourmet experience. Baron Long Bar & Grill offers a casual sports bar dining experience with quality ingredients and house-made preparations. Ginger Noodle Bar offers classic and contemporary Asian fare in a comfortable and modern contemporary setting with an organic and natural influence. Grab & Go is the ideal place to enjoy sandwiches, burgers, pizzas, wholesome Poke bowls, and much more, all with speedy service to swiftly get you back to the game —24 hours a day! Viejas Hotel features 203 luxury rooms and 34 VIP suites, including a lush, spacious pool and lounge area and nine indoor-outdoor meeting spaces, including the magnificent Oak Ballroom. The highly anticipated adult-only tower, Willows Hotel & Spa offers an additional 159 VIP suites and luxury spa facilities. A perfect place to relax and regenerate, The Spa at Willows Hotel & Spa is a full-service spa that accentuates your Resort experience. Indulge in signature body and facial treatments specifically created to beautify and regenerate. Amenities include a steam room, sauna, saltwater pool, and whirlpool. The beautiful Viejas Outlets, located across the street from the casino, offers visitors a unique shopping experience with highly acclaimed stores, numerous eateries, Viejas Bowl, and Southern California’s largest outdoor ice rink. The best casino in San Diego just got even better. The Viejas Pit Stop, located at the Eastern parking lot is an oasis of travel perfection. With 16 gas pumps, 4 diesel pumps, a car wash and a comprehensive convenience store, to include hot and cold meal favorites, like BBQ Sandwiches, Mexican items, Wings, Pizza, fresh Donuts and more! Open 24 hours a day! AND myViejas players are able to redeem their points for fuel!

Benefits

• Retirement 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits with employer contribution
• Paid Time Off (3 weeks of PTO plus Holidays, start earning from day one!)
• Accident, Critical Illness & Disability Insurance Available
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bonus Eligibility for all Team Members
• $5,000 tuition reimbursement per calendar year (Annually, no limit during duration of employment)
• Unlimited Chiropractor Benefit with $10 co-pay
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Viejas Pit Stop Fuel Discount
• And, much more!
• *Benefits vary for PT and FT employment