Security Officer - Pool - Seasonal (The Linq LV)

About Us

The Linq is centrally located in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, known for its comfortable atmosphere and friendly customer service. The resort offers 2,640 rooms and suites, nearly 75,000 square-feet of casino space with world-class gaming, and 40,000 square-feet of meeting and banquet space.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and well-being of guests and fellow employees.
• Provide directions and escort services to customers in need.
• Assist civil and law enforcement authorities, including testimony in court and administrative hearings.
• Perform chip fills and jackpot verifications.
• Regularly escort money and persons in money-handling positions.
• Administer first aid, including CPR when necessary.
• Patrol all sections of the property to identify safety hazards and security breaches.
• Interview, investigate, and document all applicable incidents in accordance with company policy.
• Create detailed descriptions of lost and found items, people, and incidents.
• Enforce all company policies and procedures.
• Adhere to attendance guidelines and regulatory, departmental, and company policies.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High school graduate or equivalent is required.
• Two years’ experience in a position with direct guest contact.
• Preferred: two years of police, military, or casino security experience.
• Ability to manage several tasks simultaneously.
• Good oral and written communication skills, along with a working knowledge of basic computer programs.
• Must obtain and possess a Nevada Gaming Card, Alcohol Awareness Card (AES), and First Aid & CPR certifications.
• Must possess a current and valid Nevada Driver’s License.
• Must be able to work any day of the week and any shift.
• Must present a well-groomed appearance.
• Must undergo eight (8) hours of ASP (baton) training.
• Must be able to prepare effective written reports.
• Must be able to work collaboratively with co-workers as a team.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work 12-hour shifts.
• Must be able to work and stand inside and outside, sometimes in extreme temperatures (heat in excess of 115 degrees or cold as low as 10 degrees).
• Must be able to physically restrain individuals when necessary.
• Must remain calm in crisis and stressful situations, making 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 and stairs.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 60 pounds.
• Must be able to push or pull up to 150 pounds.
• Must have keen observation skills and the ability to remember specific details of incidents and persons.
• Must be able to provide court testimony and write detailed reports.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must tolerate areas with second-hand smoke, high noise levels, bright lights, and dust.
• Must pass the physical and written testing of the Western Division Security Academy (covering 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 through the Western Division Security Academy between years 2 and 3, passing all physical, mental, and environmental demands as required.