Security Officer

Essential Functions

• Foot patrol of tracks, buildings and stable areas.
• Detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows and gates on all NYRA premises.
• Respond to alarms and disturbances and alert appropriate personnel.
• Monitor and authorize entrance and departures of employees, patrons, vendors and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of NYRA premises.
• Journal entries of daily activities and irregularities such as equipment or property damage, theft presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences or events.
• Notify supervisor of control desk in cases of emergency, such as accidents, injuries, fires or presence of unauthorized persons.
• Circulate among the visitors, patrons and employees to preserve order and protect property.
• Answer questions, give directions and provide information to visitors, patrons and employees.
• Screen individuals upon entering NYRA property and prevent passage of prohibited articles into and onto NYRA premises.
• Inform individuals of rule infraction or violation and apprehend or evict violators from NYRA property when appropriate.
• Escort or drive motor vehicle to transport individuals with proper authorization to specified locations and provide personal protection.
• Control motor vehicle traffic and crowd control to ensure safety of all individuals.
• Guard armored vehicles to transport money and valuables.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• A High School diploma, or GED required.
• Ability to be granted a NYS Security Guard License.
• Ability to be granted a NYS Gaming License.

Summary Of Physical Requirements And Work Environment

Predominantly working outside with continuous movement throughout the day.

Pay Range / Salary

$19.00 per hour.