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Security Officer

CompanyPrairie Meadows
LocationAltoona
Work ModeOn Site
PostedNovember 13, 2026
About The Company
Prairie Meadows is the premier destination for gaming and entertainment in the Midwest. Our casino and hotel boast amenities unrivaled by our competitors: Award-winning dining, exclusive concerts, and heart-pounding racing action. With the highest payouts in the state, you are always a winner, and so is our community. Since we began, we have given back more than $2.3 billion through grants, taxes and charitable donations to Iowa’s communities. Prairie Meadows offers slot machines, table games, live and simulcast racing, sports wagering, hotel accommodations, entertainment, and more. Prairie Meadows employs more than 800 people in the areas of finance, community relations, facilities, food & beverage, hotel, information technology, marketing, racing, security, table games, and player development. For more information on career opportunities, visit prairiemeadows.com/careers. Prairie Meadows is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify participant. Prairie Meadows is Your Place To Play.
About the Role

Shift: 11pm-7am

Days Off: Thursday/Friday


$21/hour           Get paid when you need it – daily, weekly or biweekly!

Never have a dull, boring day at work again when you become a security officer at Prairie Meadows. We are committed to giving a remarkable guest experience, and the first step to achieving this goal is providing a safe environment. That’s where YOU come in. Join our team and protect guests and fellow employees of Iowa’s No. 1 entertainment destination.

Here’s what you’d be responsible for:

  • Maintaining security over assigned areas by observing guests and watching for any unlawful or suspicious acts.
  • Safeguarding casino assets and protecting the company, guests, and employees from unknown and anticipated threats.
  • Checking credentials and IDs at access points.
  • Receiving and responding quickly to phone and radio calls. 
  • Completing reports for all incidents.  
  • Surveying outdoor areas near the racetrack to ensure that guests do not enter restricted areas.
  • Performing other related duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent. Previous military, security, or education in these fields desired with two or more year’s related experience and/or training preferred. Valid driver's license and safe driving record required. Must meet company insurance requirements. Must be able to read and write routine reports and other correspondence. Must have the ability to speak effectively before groups of guests and employees. Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. is required.

Key Skills
Security surveillanceIncident reportingAccess controlRadio communicationAsset protectionGuest relationsSafety monitoringConflict resolution
Categories
Security & SafetyHospitality
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe environment by observing guests, monitoring for suspicious activity, and safeguarding casino assets. They must also respond to radio calls, check credentials, and complete detailed incident reports.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
493
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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