VP Of Security & Surveillance (POD Las Vegas Multi Property) - Full Time (Paris LV)

VP Of Security & Surveillance (Pod Las Vegas Multi Property)

Through the Vice President of Security & Surveillance the department is responsible for the enforcement of all laws and ordinances coming within its legal jurisdiction, including company policies. The VP is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, controlling, and staffing all activities of the department and for department relations with other departments within their respective scope of Caesars properties and federal and local agencies. The VP is responsible for establishing the operation parameters of the entire Department and its respective divisions and units. The VP acts as the primary conduit between Senior Management and the Department. In this capacity, the VP implements the protection and loss prevention philosophies of Senior Management. The VP is routinely available to all who wish to share their concerns on any issue regarding the safety, security, and general well-being of the establishment, and encourages all team members of the company to take advantage of his accessibility. The VP has the authority to act in all matters pertaining to the protection of life and property of all guests and team members of the properties and in the prevention of crime, and the reduction of hazards in such a way as to minimize risks from all hazards. The VP coordinates with all other department heads for the performance of adequate security measures and usual administrative activities.

Essential Job Functions Security:

• Lead organization with methods and actions that are ethical and in full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies.
• Identify compliance risks and take actions necessary to eliminate or minimize risks.
• Champion, within the organization, a commitment to honesty, integrity, and responsible corporate behavior.
• Create a compliance culture within the organization and foster an environment where team members feel comfortable reporting potential violations or misconduct.
• Integrity: Able to be tactful, maintain confidence, and foster an ethical work environment; prevent inappropriate behavior by coworkers; give proper credit to others; handle all situations honestly.
• Decision Making & Problem Solving: Able to take action in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a realistic understanding of issues; able to use reason, even when dealing with emotional topics; review facts and weigh options.
• Communication: Able to clearly present information through the spoken or written word; read and interpret complex information; talk with customers or clients; listen well.
• Leadership: Able to assume a role of authority as necessary; advocate new ideas, even when risk is involved; set an example for coworkers; delegate responsibility and empower associates to make decisions; provide constructive feedback to others.
• Respect: Able to adapt behavior to others' styles, interact with people who have different values, culture, or backgrounds, be of service to difficult people, optimize the benefits of having a diverse workforce. Able to develop rapport with others and recognize their concerns and feelings; build and maintain long-term associations based on trust; help others.
• Flexibility: Able to remain open-minded and change opinions on the basis of new information; perform a wide variety of tasks and change focus quickly as demands change; manage transitions effectively from task to task; adapt to varying customer needs.
• Energizing Others: Able to exhibit a can-do approach and inspire team members to excel; use competition to encourage others; develop performance standards and confront negative attitudes; develop a team spirit.
• Team Centered: Able to share due credit with coworkers; display enthusiasm and promote a friendly group working environment; work closely with other departments as necessary; support group decisions and solicit opinions from coworkers; display team spirit.
• Decisiveness: Able to stand by a decision, despite second guessing or disagreement from others; take quick action in a high-risk crisis; make difficult decisions and follow through; assess a situation and make an optimal and speedy decision despite limited information.

Essential Job Functions Surveillance:

• Casino Gaming Protection
• Slot Gaming and Common Area Protection
• Property Access Control Systems
• Security and Back of House Camera Coverage
• Security Planning and Development
• Liaison to Outside Agencies
• Surveillance and Investigations Budget
• Staff Development
• Review Surveillance Logs and Reports on a Daily Basis
• Communicate Findings to President and General Manager
• Review Casino Games Procedures and Theories
• Share Gaming Information as Issues Arise
• Develop Procedures to Reduce or Eliminate Losses
• Review Reports for "Slugging" Activity
• Work with Slots and Soft Count to Identify Counterfeit $100 Bills and Reduce Validator Acceptance
• Review Video for Identification When Guest Losses Occur
• Keep Slot Management Advised of Slot Scams in Use
• Develop Procedures to Reduce or Eliminate Losses
• Assess Long Range Security Needs and Risk Analysis
• Develop Security Procedures Which Impact the Property to Reduce or Eliminate Losses
• Integrate Systems Involving Surveillance and Security
• Follow Through Disposition on Criminal and Civil Court Cases
• Interact with Law Enforcement Agencies
• Interact with Other Casino Industry Agencies
• Interact with Outside Gaming Educational Resources
• Develop Annual Budget for Surveillance
• Review and Explain All Items That Cause Budgetary Changes
• Forecast Monthly Maintenance Expenses as Unbudgeted Items Are Added to Surveillance
• Select, Train and Evaluate Team Members, Supervisors and Managers
• Interact with On-Site Training of Gaming Procedures
• Ensure That Supervisors and Managers Attend Required Management Development

Qualifications:

• College degree in Criminal Justice, or related field preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 10 years of Military, Security Management or Law Enforcement experience preferred.
• 2 -3 years Hotel / Casino Security or Surveillance Management Experience Preferred.
• At least 3 years supervisory experience is preferred.
• Must have strong background in gaming industry, security, military, or law enforcement.
• Knowledgeable about game security with continuing awareness of market environment required.
• Basic computer knowledge of word processing.
• Broad knowledge of games and casino rules, procedures, and administration.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations affecting the casino industry.
• Must know the camera equipment and those methods of operations and recording as required.
• Must know and be able to identify those methods of cheating games and other irregular activities.
• Strong Human Resources skills.
• Ability to communicate in English and to influence others.
• Solid guest service orientation.
• Continuing awareness of market environment.
• Must be able to obtain and possess any required regulatory licenses, and certifications such as Alcohol Awareness Card (AES), and have a current and valid state issued Driver's License.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Caesars Entertainment reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

Necessary Attributes/Characteristics:

• Must be able to communicate well in person, on the telephone and in correspondence.
• Must be able to deal with insurance companies, legal representatives, and guests.
• Must be able to administrate and monitor the progress of each claim.
• Must be able to prepare and document claims releases.

Physical, Mental and Environmental Demands:

• Must be able to work and stand inside and outside, sometimes in heat in excess of 115 degrees or cold as low as 10 degrees.
• Must be able to physically restrain adults who weight more than 200 pounds.
• Must be able to respond calmly in crisis and stressful situations.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, jump, twist, crouch, grip, carry heavy loads, and maneuver quickly on level surfaces, as well as up and down stairs.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 60 pounds and must be able to push or pull up to 150 pounds.
• Must be able to make