Security Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

A Security Supervisor reports to the Security Manager. The incumbent oversees security operations and security personnel ensuring protection to all Ellis Park outlets and physical protection to all Ellis Park patrons and personnel in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and coordinate the work of security officers; oversee staffing assignments and all locations of Ellis Park.
• Train personnel regarding work assignments, enforce and adhere the Policies and Procedures of the Security Department. Train personnel, enforce and adhere to regulations for proper security in accordance with the KHRC, federal government and State of Kentucky.
• Provide safety and security to guests and Ellis Park personnel, facilities, grounds and property belonging to Ellis Park.
• Enforce all general and specific security special orders and directives.
• Communicate clear and accurate information using a telephone and/or radio.
• Review reported violations, conduct investigations and take appropriate action.
• Oversee the inspection and monitoring of all security alarms, lights, fire and safety units.
• Ensure that patrons/guests meet minimum age and other entry requirements.
• Respond to emergency situations, and situations to protect patrons and Ellis Park personnel including, but not limited to: Traffic control, crowd control, evacuation/staging procedures, and incident command situations.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as necessary or assigned.

Full job description on file. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Preferred 1-2 years' experience in a law enforcement and/or security capacity & demonstrated ability to lead.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS

• Requires the ability to drive hear, sit, stand, talk, walk, turn/twist and repetitively use hands 51-100% of the time.
• Requires the ability to balance/climb, bend over, crouch/stoop, kneel and reach overhead 25-50% of the time.
• Requires the ability to crawl 1-24% of the time.
• Requires the ability to push/pull, carry, lift and slide/transfer 1- 50+ lbs. 25-50% of the time.
• Requires the ability to solve problems, organize, plan, make decisions, interpret data, read and write 51-100% of the time.
• The job is performed indoors and outdoors with frequent exposure to loud noises and a smoking environment.