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Join a winning team at Derby City Gaming & Hotel, where competitive pay and exceptional benefits put you on the fast track to success!

We understand that our success begins with our valued team members. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your commitment and ensure Derby City Gaming & Hotel remains a fantastic place to work and play.

Company Benefits Include:

  • 401k (with up to 5% company match)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount)
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
  • Complimentary Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Complimentary Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement (up to $5,250 per year)
  • A Variety of Team Member Discounts (Ford Affiliate Program, Verizon, AT&T, TicketsAtWork, Skechers, Sherwin Williams, Meal Discounts, Free Parking, and more!)
  • Fun Team Member Events
  • Company-Sponsored Volunteer Opportunities
  • Team Member Recognition Program
  • Free Uniforms and Discounted Dry-Cleaning Services
  • Round-Table lunches with General Manager

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and manage the budget for the Security department, ensuring optimal allocation of resources.
  • Oversee the overall performance of the Security team, maintaining high standards of safety and security.
  • Provide protection and ensure the safety of guests and team members across all areas of operation.
  • Assist in the recruitment, development, and retention of team members, including conducting interviews, coaching, and managing the hiring and termination processes.
  • Regularly review staffing levels to ensure alignment with budgeted employment needs.
  • Collaborate with departmental directors and managers as needed to address operational and security concerns.
  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, fostering community involvement and cooperation.
  • Manage and implement the property’s emergency and disaster response plans.
  • Oversee programs designed to prevent underage individuals from accessing gaming areas.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the Security department.

Standards of Performance:

  • Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities in directing a Security department.
  • Ability to maintain positive and professional interpersonal relationships with all personnel.
  • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations, including gaming laws, Innkeeper Laws, ABC control regulations, OSHA, and Health Department guidelines.
  • Excellent public relations and customer service skills.
  • Outstanding oral and written communication abilities.
  • Capacity to take full responsibility for the department’s performance, working flexible hours, and managing high-pressure situations and deadlines effectively.

Education, Training, and Experience:

  • Four to seven years of experience in security, with expertise in investigations, surveillance, and patron/property liability within high-volume businesses or industries.
  • A bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent professional experience.
  • Experience in opening new operations or locations is preferred.
  • Must be able to obtain a valid Racing License

Applicants must be 21 or older. Derby City Gaming & Hotel is an equal-opportunity employer.

Qualifications

security experience in investigations, surveillance, and patron/property liability

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Derby City Gaming & Hotel

4520 Poplar Level Rd

Louisville, KY 40213

Casino & Hotel
Gestionado Por Churchill Downs Inc.

Derby City Gaming & Hotel

Derby City Gaming is located on Poplar Level Rd. in Louisville, Kentucky. It is the only licensed gaming facility in the state. The 85,000 square foot, $65 million-dollar facility features over 1,200 historical racing machines, with 70+ themes, on the 45,000 square foot gaming and entertainment floor. It also features a123-room hotel, Chophouse, Bourbon bar and a Sports Bar.

The adjoining five-story hotel tower features 123 rooms with 108 standard guest rooms, 14 corner suites and a VIP suite. The Derby City Gaming hotel enables guests to take advantage of unique hospitality and Kentucky Derby ticket pairing options.

Food & beverage venues include Oliver's Chophouse, a classic steakhouse featuring the finest steaks and seafood, and the Bourbon bar which offers an extensive selection of bourbons and wines. Guests also enjoy two casual dining areas, which include classic diner-style comfort foods at Lil’ Wagner’s and Railbirds Hot Chicken Restaurant. 

The Center Sports Bar is a horse racing simulcast wagering area with seating for 50, where players watch all the big games on fourteen 85’’ TV's, enjoy live bands on stage, as well as craft beers and specialty cocktails.

Derby City Gaming & Hotel is committed to elevating the entertainment experiences Louisville has to offer and ensure KY’s signature horse racing industry continues to thrive.

Derby City Gaming Downtown is now also open and features a 44,000 sq. ft. historical racing machine entertainment venue with close to 500 machines on a non-smoking gaming floor, with an open-air smoking and gaming patio, as well as three lively bars & lounges, live entertainment, sports wagering, and a gift shop.

We offer great pay, exciting career opportunities and exceptional employee benefits:

  • 401k (with up to 5% company match)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (15% discount)
  • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health Savings Account
  • Complimentary Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Complimentary Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Company-Sponsored Volunteer Opportunities
  • Advancement Opportunities
  • Team Member Recognition Program
  • Promotions, additional opportunities and the chance for further professional development are also available.
  • And More!


Opportunities for advancement abound!
Our parent company, Churchill Downs Incorporated is an industry-leading racing, online wagering and gaming entertainment company anchored by our iconic flagship event, the Kentucky Derby. CDI owns and operates three pari-mutuel gaming entertainment venues with approximately 3,050 historical racing machines in Kentucky. 

It also owns and operates TwinSpires, one of the largest and most profitable online wagering platforms for horse racing, sports and iGaming in the U.S., as well as seven retail sportsbooks. 

CDI is also a leader in brick-and-mortar casino gaming in eight states with approximately 11,000 slot machines and video lottery terminals and 200 table games.