Job Category: Non-Exempt/Full Time Graveyard

Reports to:Director of Security and Safety

General Description:

Officers are charged with the primary safety of all persons and property situated within their observation and/or assigned area of responsibility

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises
• Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences
• Call police or fire departments in cases of emergency
• Answer alarms and investigate disturbances
• Complete logs and incident reports

• Present self with a neat and clean appearance

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Knowledge of rules and procedures adopted by Emerald Downs management. Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions. Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing. Ability to carry out orders and enforce rules and regulations. Good customer service skills. Pleasant demeanor. Ability to document and file data accurately. Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks. Ability to work vigilantly in both hectic and mundane environments. Ability to step into other positions, both above and below current responsibilities. Ability to perform routine tasks in an efficient manner. Ability to work without direct supervision

Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a background check for licensing with the Washington State Horse Race Commission
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Must possess a valid and current Washington driver license (abstract to be run by employer)
• Computer Literate

Work Environment, Communication & Physical Abilities:

Mostly relaxed work environment. Shift work required, including day, swing, night, weekends and holidays all year-round. Communicate with patrons, staff, supervisors, and others with courtesy and respect. Be prepared for a variety of weather conditions. Security duties may be indoors or outdoors.

Physical abilities include, but are not limited to:

• Push/lift/carry five to seventy-five pounds (5-75 lbs.)
• Stand, walk, and sit eight hours (8 hours) per day
• Maneuver quickly when incidents occur
• Bend, squat, flex, or reach to complete tasks
• Good hearing, speech, writing, and observing abilities
• Capable of standing for long periods of time.
• Capable of utilizing physical force when absolutely necessary.
• Capable of delivering packages to other Departments

Tools & Equipment:

Vehicles, equipment, tools, radio, and computers, fire panel, printer.