Ho-Chunk, Inc.

Director of Security

Ho-Chunk, Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Omaha • New York • United States

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Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

C++

About the role

  • Lead, direct, and oversee security operations across all WarHorse Gaming properties and corporate offices
  • Ensure full compliance with Nebraska Gaming Commission regulations, internal controls, and company policies
  • Develop and enforce company-wide security strategies, SOPs, post orders, and governance standards
  • Establish KPIs, audits, inspections, and corrective action programs to drive performance and accountability
  • Oversee incident management including emergencies, evacuations, guest injuries, investigations, and business disruptions
  • Lead investigations related to theft, fraud, guest incidents, workplace violence, and property damage with proper documentation and escalation
  • Partner with Surveillance, Compliance, HR, Operations, Facilities, IT, and leadership on access controls and internal security processes
  • Manage department budgets, staffing plans, overtime, equipment, uniforms, and capital requests
  • Select and manage security vendors and service providers
  • Support new construction and expansion projects with security design input
  • Maintain relationships with law enforcement, emergency services, and regulatory partners
  • Oversee OSHA safety initiatives, incident reporting, and hazard prevention
  • Ensure ADA compliance in emergency and evacuation planning
  • Lead risk management and loss prevention strategies
  • Develop multi-property training programs and leadership development for security teams
  • Drive disaster preparedness planning, drills, and emergency response readiness
  • Prepare executive-level reports on trends, costs, compliance, and recommendations
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred (or equivalent professional certifications with experience)
  • Minimum 10 years of casino security experience, including 5 years in progressive leadership/management roles
  • Proven experience leading multi-property or regional security operations
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance, internal controls, and casino security operations
  • Demonstrated ability to build, develop, and lead high-performing teams
  • Strong skills in Microsoft Office and SharePoint for reporting and documentation
  • Excellent conflict management, communication, and de-escalation skills
  • High level of integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
  • Preferred Certifications: CPP (Certified Protection Professional), PCI (Professional Certified Investigator), PSP (Physical Security Professional), CPR Certification, Valid Driver’s License
Benefits
  • Competitive – Based on experience
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
security operationsregulatory complianceinternal controlsincident managementrisk managementloss preventionKPI developmentemergency response planningtraining program developmentbudget management
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationconflict managementproblem-solvingdecision-makingintegrityprofessionalismteam buildinganalytical skillsde-escalation
Certifications
CPPPCIPSPCPR CertificationValid Driver’s License