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PENN Entertainment

Operates casinos, racetracks, and online betting

Director of Security

Security Guarding & PatrolUpdated on Nov 12
Full-timeGrantville, PA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Prior casino experience is preferred.
  • The ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, employees, and guests.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • The ability to identify problems, collect data, analyze findings, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Access, and Word.
  • Ability to walk 30% of the time, sit 35% of the time, stand 30% of the time, and bend and lift 5% of the time.
  • Ability to lift or move a maximum of 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

  • Protect the physical safety of persons and assets.
  • Train key customer service positions within the department to ensure compliance with Guest Service programs.
  • Protect the property of patrons and HCPN from illegal activity.
  • In collaboration with Human Resources or its functional equivalent, design, implement, and enforce systems for issuing access badges and temporary access credentials.
  • Record unusual incidents in the licensed facility involving Security personnel in an electronic format with an audit function that prevents modification after entry, and retain the log in accordance with applicable record-retention requirements. Record the incident assignment number, date and time, nature of the incident, persons involved, and Security employees assigned to cover the incident.
  • Identify and remove people required or permitted to be excluded or ejected from the licensed facility under applicable law, including people who are self-excluded from gaming floor and gaming activities.
  • Perform duties and responsibilities required under the approved system of internal controls.
  • Immediately notify the Pennsylvania State Police upon detecting a person possessing a deadly weapon in violation of applicable requirements.
  • Immediately notify designated supervisors, the Bureau, and the Pennsylvania State Police upon detecting suspected cheating, theft, embezzlement, violations, other illegal activities, or people subject to exclusion or ejection.
  • Establish and maintain a facility security plan that complies with regulatory requirements and safeguards guests, employees, and property.
  • Establish and maintain a fire prevention and response plan and ensure sound operation of Security and Fire Command control functions.
  • Oversee staff scheduling to safeguard facilities and provide guest service.
  • Establish and direct training for Security and Security-related staff.
  • Coordinate and communicate with state and local law enforcement authorities to ensure compliance and maintain productive working relationships.
  • Plan and safeguard movement of funds throughout the facility.
  • Prepare and direct departmental budgets.
  • Ensure readiness for medical emergencies, including training and scheduling EMTs, the staff nurse, and physicians.
  • Direct activities monitoring facility access by employees, gaming service providers, contractors, and patrons.
  • Ensure the Security staff is well-groomed, friendly, and alert.
  • Coordinate security activities with related and supporting departments, including Surveillance officials.
  • Assist the Transportation Department with traffic control as requested.

Desired Qualifications

  • Prior casino experience.

About the Company

PENN Entertainment

Operates casinos, racetracks, and online betting

Penn Entertainment runs a nationwide network of casinos and racetracks and builds a strong online gaming and sports betting platform. It operates 42 casinos and racetracks across 19 states, alongside a digital sports betting and iGaming presence and sports media properties. Its products work by combining physical venues with online platforms so customers can bet, play casino games, or follow sports content across both in-person and digital channels, using a unified account and cross-channel experiences. Compared with competitors, the company differentiates itself with its large, diverse footprint and its omni‑channel approach that links land-based gaming, online wagering, and media partnerships into one ecosystem. The company’s goal is to lead the North American gaming industry by growing its community of players and expanding its integrated entertainment experiences across physical venues, online platforms, and media.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Wyomissing, PA
Founded
1972

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