Police, Detail Officer

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Property:
Fair Grounds Race Course
· Slots
· OTB & Casinos

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America's second oldest horse racing track, the Fair Grounds has been a New Orleans staple since 1852. We are a premiere entertainment venue presenting thoroughbred & exotic animal races, slots, video poker and simulcasting year-round. Located in New Orleans, Fair Grounds operates a slot-machine gaming facility and 13 off-track betting parlors throughout southeast Louisiana.

We are looking for a Police Detail Officer to provide security and maintain safety at Fair Grounds OTB parlor, or other special assignments. In this role, you’ll be responsible for keeping the public safe, managing traffic, and responding to any incidents that may arise. The goal is to ensure that everything runs smoothly and securely while enforcing the law professionally and fairly.

• Patrol assigned areas and monitor for safety concerns.
• Manage crowds as needed.
• Respond to emergencies, disturbances, or incidents on-site.
• Document activities, incidents, and any actions taken.
• Work closely with supervisors, other officers, and sometimes private clients to meet assignment needs.
• Assist the public and provide information when necessary.
• Follow all laws and department policies while on duty.

• Must be a certified law enforcement officer.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws.
• Good communication and people skills.
• Ability to stay calm and make decisions under pressure.
• Physically able to stand, walk, or be active for long periods.
• Previous experience in event security, traffic control, or special assignments is a plus.

Must have a high school diploma.

This position has contact with gaming patrons on the gaming floor and Racing guests. Constant wrist motion, sit, hear and eye/hand coordination;
Frequently speak, read, write, stand, walk, bend and stoop;
Occasionally lift, carry, push and pull. 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk.

The employee frequently is also required to stand, walk and reach with arms and hands, bend and have the ability to lift at least 25 pounds. Office/Casino and Racing environment;
Subject to outdoor

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Churchill Downs Incorporated is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.