Ellis Park offers live thoroughbred horse racing during the summer season, with simulcast wagering 365 days a year, 300 HHR machines, exciting promotions, convenient sports betting, The Pea Patch Deli, Dade Park Grill and more.

JOB SUMMARY

Are you a security professional who excels at customer relations and risk management? Are you interested in joining the exciting world of horse racing and gaming? Ellis Park Racing & Gaming is hiring Security Officers to join our winning team!

An Ellis Park Security Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety of all Ellis Park guests, team members, and property. They are also responsible for addressing issues such as altercations, theft, vandalism, fire, trespassing, and other illegal activities in a calm, cool, and collected manner.

What’s in it for you:

Full-time and part-time employment opportunities available.
Competitive benefits include a 401k match, tuition reimbursement, and an employee stock purchase plan.
Ellis Park offers a generous PTO policy based on the hours you work, the more hours you work the more PTO you earn!
As a member of the Churchill Downs family, you will be eligible for savings on a variety of purchases from electronics and appliances to apparel, cars, flowers, fitness memberships, gift cards, groceries, hotels, movie tickets, rental cars, special events, theme parks and more through our Savings Marketplace.
Opportunities for advancement! This position is a great way to get your foot in the door to a future career in security, surveillance, risk, and the gaming industry.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide safety and security to Ellis Park guests, team members, and property.
Report and assist in medical emergency situations.
Check IDs and verify all guests entering the gaming floor are 21 or older.
Patrol the facility, backside, and parking lot on a routine scheduled basis.
Watch for and report all irregularities occurring during the shift. Prepare documentation concerning each incident and report to the appropriate personnel daily.
Escort Ellis Park guests and team members to their vehicles, as requested, to ensure their safety.
Escort all money transferred to and from the cage.
Respond to emergency situations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Relevant work experience in security or related field.
Available to work when needed, including weekends, holidays, and nights.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Kentucky gaming/racing license.

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

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