Security Supervisor - Saratoga

About the role

The Security Supervisor is responsible for managing the race day operation of NYRA’s wagering areas, ensuring the safety and security of our facility, employees, and patrons. This position oversees security staff during race day operations and is a key member of the Security Department. Additional responsibilities include identifying floor security deficiencies and recommending mitigation strategies, as well as ensuring all duties are performed within the guidelines of NYRA policy and procedures and NYSGC regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct supervision to the Desk Sergeant, overseeing desk operations and ensuring activities are conducted in a lawful and efficient manner.
• Monitors all accountable equipment, ensuring the upkeep and maintenance of all equipment issued to uniform officers.
• Directs contact with subordinates in the field, conducting periodic inspections of assigned personnel, security posts, and the general condition of the facility.
• Works with the Captain and the Chief of Security to formulate plans for the most efficient and economical ways to operate and control the varied duties of the uniformed force during Race Days.
• Immediately reports any critical developments concerning security at all NYRA tracks to the Chief of Security during Race Day Operations.
• Reviews objectives, accomplishments, activities, and future plans for the uniformed force.
• Reports any complaints of Race Day Uniform members to the Director of Security, Chief of Security, and to HR business partner.
• Maintains accurate records for evaluation of Uniform members under command and prepares performance evaluations.
• Confers with Uniform supervisors to promote uniformity, understanding of purpose, and efficiency in all phases of operations.
• Immediately reports any serious crimes, incidents, and accidents to the Investigation’s Department.
• Assists the Investigation’s Department with Mutuel, Admissions, and Parking escorts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Security Management or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Knowledge of surveillance, preferably in a casino environment or within professional sports or multi-use venue operations.
• Extensive knowledge of incident investigation and emergency response procedures.
• Must maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• Previous experience in a union environment.
• Willingness to work all tours as assigned, including midnights, weekends, holidays, at Saratoga, Aqueduct, and Belmont.

Skills

• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in the use of the internet, recruitment software, email, word processing, database programs, and specialized software systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to gather and critically evaluate information and prepare written documents that clearly and concisely identify issues and proposed resolutions.
• Proficient in MS Office applications, such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong reasoning competence to investigate, analyze, and draw appropriate conclusions.
• Five years of operational surveillance experience with multi-facility operations.

Schedule

5 days per week, 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM.

Pay

$28.12 – $31.00 per hour.