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Accel Entertainment

Part Time Police Officer (Active or Retired)

Accel Entertainment, Collinsville, Illinois, United States, 62234

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About Us Accel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: ACEL) is a growing provider of locals-focused gaming and one of the largest terminal operators in the United States, supporting more than 27,000 electronic gaming terminals in over 4,300 third-party local and regional establishments across ten states. Through exclusive long-term contracts, Accel serves licensed non-casino locations including bars, restaurants, convenience stores, truck stops, gaming cafes, and fraternal and veteran establishments. Accel also owns and operates brick and mortar casinos and a racino venue.

Accel provides its local partners with a turnkey, full-service, capital-efficient gaming solution that encompasses manufacturing, content, payments, loyalty, 24/7 customer service, data analysis and reporting, and cash logistics. The Company’s racino, Fairmount Park Casino & Racing, opened in April 2025 and features over 270 electronic gaming machines, food and beverage amenities, a sports book, para-mutuel betting and 55 days of thoroughbred horse racing a year. For more information, please visit www.accelentertainment.com.

Job Description This is a hybrid position with dual responsibilities as a Route Security Officer and Route Technician. The primary duties of this position include providing safety and security to employees and property, both internally and externally; surveying and assessing potential risks and threats; setting redemption loads for video gaming and redemption terminals, replenishing cassettes; maintaining and servicing video gaming and amusement equipment owned/operated by Accel Entertainment and located in contracted establishments; enforcing established rules and procedures intended to protect employees and customers; assisting law enforcement in the investigative process; recommending improvements for security operations to the Director of Security, as well as assisting in other areas as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide overwatch and physical security to collection teams

Drive a follow vehicle and provide overwatch security to collections teams while in transit; maintain competent vehicle operations and obey all traffic laws

Maintain situational and tactical awareness throughout the shift

Perform a rapid site survey of the location the collection team is entering and make a rapid and accurate decision regarding safety concerns

Continually monitor the tactical situation and make accurate and effective evaluations regarding team safety

With the use of company provided vehicle, deliver and collect cassettes to and from customer locations, per assigned route schedule

Drive company vehicles, including various sized cargo vans, sedans, and SUVs throughout the entirety of scheduled shift

Complete necessary paperwork to properly document access to VGTs and RTs as well as the movement of Accel property to and from customer locations

Adhere to established SOP regarding redemption terminal loading and video gaming terminal collections process

Remain alert and always prepared, follow established safety and security protocols, and watch for the accidental mishandling of packages that might result in loss

Maintain continuous communication with security personnel while on route

Return all valuables handled throughout the daily scheduled route

Maintain all certifications, licenses, and training requirements

Respond to workplace violence incidents using appropriate levels of force

Provide first aid to victims at the appropriate level corresponding to their training

Display a welcoming and positive attitude to all persons

Respond to weather, natural disaster, structural emergencies, fires, etc.

Assist in the event of an evacuation by directing employees to evacuation points

Take photos of suspicious persons, vehicles, or situations and distribute via Slack or to a security supervisor

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Active duty or retired certified Illinois law enforcement officer

Minimum of 4 years law enforcement experience

4 or more years of private security experience required

Ability to prepare reports and business correspondence

Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees

Versatility and willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm

Strong tactical, weapon handling, organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills; able to manage priorities and potentially dangerous incidents

Valid driver’s license; clean driving record

Must be 21 years of age or older

Ability to obtain and/or maintain a Terminal Handler’s License from the Illinois Gaming Board

Physical Demands

Frequently required to stand, sit, walk, talk, and hear

Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity, including use of a keyboard

Frequently required to drive long distances for operational activities

May engage in rapid physical movements in response to emergency situations

Occasionally required to lift/push weights up to 50 pounds

Remain certified in CPR/AED and first aid and provide an initial response to medical emergencies

Occasionally engage in physical techniques to control resisting subjects with an appropriate level of force

Specific vision abilities required for this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust or focus

Exposure to outside weather conditions

Protective equipment is required that may include firearms, flashlights, restraint gear, etc.

Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Base Pay Range $30.00 an hour

Voluntary full-time employment benefits include medical, dental, and vision; life, AD&D, critical illness, and hospital insurance; short and long-term disability; identity/legal protection; as well as access to FSA and HSA accounts. Full and part-time employees are eligible to contribute to traditional and/or Roth 401(k) plans. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers counseling for a multitude of topics including mental health, finances, adult care, disability, and grief.

Accel Entertainment is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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