Public Safety Officer

$37,440 - $42,120/Yr

Chumash Enterprises - Santa Ynez, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Santa Ynez, CA

About the position

The Public Safety Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for casino patrons and team members. This role involves enforcing casino rules and regulations, providing crowd control, and offering public information to ensure a positive experience for guests. The officer will patrol designated areas, protect property, and respond to incidents as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Detects and prevents violations of casino rules.
• Stays abreast of casino rules and regulations.
• Protects casino property, building, grounds, and equipment from theft, vandalism, or damage.
• Protects guests and Team Members from theft and injury.
• Provides escort services for guests and their property as requested or assigned.
• Patrols the designated parking areas of Chumash properties to establish a highly visible public safety presence.
• Creates a visible presence to all that enter the parking structures or onto parking lots.
• Enforces specified rules and regulations of the gaming operation in and around the casino premises.
• Inspects packages or containers that could be used to transport alcohol, drugs, or other contraband.
• Inspects proper identification to establish proof of legal age.
• Assists the public by informing them of casino rules and regulations or directing them to others for assistance.
• Identifies conditions which may result in injury or danger to Team Members' health and safety, or which might result in damage to, or theft from the gaming enterprise.
• Notifies appropriate supervisors or Public Safety Officers of violations of law or casino policy.
• Takes steps to prevent or deter potential violations.
• Informs or apprehends violator(s) as necessary depending on the severity and nature of the incident or violation.
• Upholds a work environment that promotes teamwork, partnership, recognition, mutual respect, and collaboration.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
• One year of prior experience in a customer service position within gaming, hospitality, or service industry is preferred.
• Basic computer proficiency utilizing Microsoft applications, e-mail, and internet.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules in a 24/7 work environment, including holidays, nights, and weekends.
• Must have or obtain within 90 days of employment a valid security guard registration on file with the Bureau of Security & Investigative Services and maintain license throughout employment.
• Must have or obtain within 90 days of employment CPR certification and maintain certification throughout employment.
• Must apply for, receive, and maintain a Gaming License from the Tribal Gaming Agency.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a security role within a casino or similar environment.