Security Officer - Seasonal (Harrah's LV)

Security Officer

The Security Officer's main function is to provide a friendly and safe environment for our guests and team members while protecting company assets. Security Officers will perform all duties in accordance with Caesars Entertainment policies and procedures, and within the realm of the Caesars Entertainment mission statement. Security Officers will routinely patrol assigned areas while providing guest assistance, being alert for suspicious circumstances or individuals, gaming violations, possible theft, safety hazards or related concerns, medical emergencies, or damage to Caesars Entertainment properties. The Security Officer must know where all emergency equipment and exits are (phones, fire extinguishers, emergency exit's, etc.). Any incident which would warrant security intervention will be immediately relayed to Security Dispatch by the observing Officer. Regardless of where an Officer is assigned, the Security Officer should be prepared to respond to assist fellow Officer's at any time. Security Officers will display a professional, courteous, and a respectful demeanor at all times.

Qualifications : High school graduate or equivalent is required; 1 to 2 years preferred prior security experience; Prior experience is a position with direct guest contact is preferred. Ability to manage several tasks at once; Must possess good oral and written communication skills along with a good working knowledge of basic computer programs; Must be able to obtain and possess a Nevada Gaming Card, an Alcohol Awareness Card (AES), and have a current and valid Nevada Driver's License; Must be able to work any day of the week and any shift.

Physical, Mental and Environmental Demands : Must be able to work and stand inside and outside, sometimes in heat in excess of 115 degrees, or cold as low as 10 degrees. Must be able to physically restrain individuals when a condition of arrest exists. Must be able to respond calmly in crisis and stressful situations, and be able to make rational decisions when handling guest and employee issues. Must be able to work independently. Must be able to stoop, bend, jump, twist, crouch, grip, carry heavy loads and maneuver quickly on level surfaces, as well as, up and down stairs. Must be able to lift and carry up to 60 pounds. Must be able to push or pull up to 150 pounds. Must be able to see and, also, remember the specific details of incidents and persons. Must be able to give court testimony when necessary and write detailed reports. The Security Officer must be able to read, write, speak and understand English. Must be able to tolerate areas containing second hand smoke, high noise levels, bright lights and dust. Must pass the physical and written testing of the Western Division Security Academy (Controlled Force, Defensive Tactics, Legal Issues, Handcuffing, Tactical Communications, Use of Force, Report Writing, Searching Subjects, Emergency Response, Ethics, and Expandable Baton) within the first ninety days of employment. Must re-certify, between years 2 and 3, through the Western Division Security Academy, and must pass all physical, mental and environmental demands as required.

Disclaimer : This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. 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 above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Caesars Entertainment reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary. As a part of Caesars Entertainment's employment process, finalist candidates will be required to complete a drug test and background check prior to an offer being extended. Caesars Entertainment Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status.