Security Officer

Position Information

Job Location:

Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346

Position Type:
Full‑Time/Part‑Time

Education Level: High School

Job Shift: Any

The Security Officer will report directly to the Security Supervisor and indirectly to the Director of Corporate Security. The department's responsibilities include enforcing the directives of All‑American Ruidoso Downs LLC, the New Mexico Racing Commission, the New Mexico Gaming Control Board, state and federal regulations and statutes within either racing or casino operations under the direction of the Security Supervisor.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Conduct fixed post or area assignments or patrol assigned areas;
• Issue citations or make on the spot informative corrections regarding regulatory or safety issues;
• Secure and collect physical evidence through proper Chain of Custody procedures;
• Testify as necessary before the New Mexico Racing Commission, the New Mexico Gaming Control Board, and the Board of Stewards hearings as well as civil or criminal court proceedings;
• Control crowds, vehicular traffic, prevent criminal activity and maintain peace and order;
• Control access and egress to restricted areas and protect life and property through enforcement of safety policies.

• Must be legal to work in the United States and at least 21 years of age.
• Good physical condition.
• Good moral character and reputation.
• Must be able to obtain a New Mexico Racing Commission and/or a New Mexico Gaming Control Board license.
• Must obtain required licenses/permits and meet/maintain qualification standards for physical restraint.
• Must demonstrate the ability and skills required to communicate both verbally and written.
• Must demonstrate abilities to organize and supervise multiple assignments.
• Must be able to function rationally and calmly under stress and extreme situational emergency conditions.
• Bilingual is preferred but not required.