Security Officer/EMT

Experience the fun of working in the entertainment industry at Canterbury Park - home to live horse racing every summer and year round action in our Card Casino, Racebook and Expo Center.

Canterbury Park offers competitive pay and an attractive benefits package for part-time team members. Our team members enjoy paid time off, floating holidays and holiday premium pay. For eligible team members, we provide a comprehensive benefits package that includes life, critical illness, accident and hospital indemnity insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching; robust wellness programs designed to promote overall health and well-being; and much more. Additional exciting perks include free admission to live racing events, exclusive access to special event privileges, and a wide variety of discounts at local businesses and throughout Canterbury Park. These benefits are carefully designed to not only enhance your experience at work but also contribute to a vibrant and rewarding lifestyle in the community.

Starting at $18/hour! *Those who have their EMT certification will be paid at a premium pay rate.

Job Summary: 

The Security Officer is responsible for keeping the premises safe and secure for guests, employees, and property. Duties include monitoring entrances and exits, patrolling assigned areas, responding to emergencies, and enforcing rules and regulations. The officer reports safety hazards, writes incident reports, and assists with alarms, key control, and deliveries. This role also includes escorting people or valuables when needed and following Canterbury Park’s Emergency Action Plan during emergencies. Strong observation skills and good judgment are essential. Responsible for supporting the Companies mission, vision, and values by providing fun and games like no place else

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Examine and become thoroughly familiar with every part of the assigned area and report all obstructions and other nuisances that endanger the safety of the public.
• Keep a sharp lookout for fires and other safety hazards, and notify dispatch in case of emergencies. 
• Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, guests, and other visitors to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.
• Prepare necessary reports relating to all incidents encountered on applicable forms in a neat and precise manner acceptable for outside distribution.
• When staffing the security office, Officer shall monitor alarm systems, sign in and out keys and audiovisual equipment to authorized personnel, admit staff and visitors to the building, checking in and signing out deliveries, and answering the security office telephone.
• Escort people/property when money, documents or protection of assets or people are a concern.
• Circulate among guests and employees to preserve order and protect property.
• Answer alarms and investigate disturbances.
• Handle any disturbances and violations of association rules and regulations.
• Warn people of rule infractions or violations, and apprehend or evict violators from premises, using force when necessary.
• Apprehend those engaged in activities of a criminal or disturbing nature.
• Be familiar with and understand Canterbury Park’s Emergency Action Plan and evacuation procedures and carry out emergency procedures as necessary.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

 Required Qualifications: 

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Excellent communication skills, judgment, high moral integrity and strong work ethic.
• Ability to interact cordially with all guests, employees, and the public.
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively and identify critical issues quickly and accurately while following protocol.
• Must be able to pass Canterbury Park’s pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, drug screening, and Canterbury Park’s Safe Driving Policy.
• Must be able to attain a Minnesota Racing Commission (MRC) license.

 Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous education and/or experience in Law Enforcement.
• CPR Certification. 
• High School Diploma/GED OR any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable

 Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Maintain a flexible working schedule, which may include nights and weekends during the live race season May – September.
• While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee must be able to stand, walk, and sit which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs, walking up inclines, or on uneven terrain throughout their assigned shift.
• Occasional bending, kneeling, crouching, jumping, and crawling.
• Ability to operate and communicate through speaking and hearing via radio or telephone equipment.
• This position sometimes involves working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.