Security Manager

Overview

The Security Manager is responsible for ensuring the operation of the Security Department in an attentive, friendly, efficient and courteous manner, providing all guests with a safe and secure environment throughout their stay, and for protecting hotel guests, employees and the physical property of the company.

• Motivate, coach, counsel and discipline all Security personnel according to Highgate Hotel's SOPs.
• Review Activity Reports of all security shifts daily.
• Review incident reports and ensure that they are written in a clear and concise manner.
• Efficiently relay all information involved in emergency situations to designated management.
• Assist outside agencies with all communication needs.
• Assist in supervising and reviewing investigations.
• Implement procedures to cover emergencies such as fires, bomb threats, weather problems, power outages and evacuation measures.
• Be an active member of the Safety Committee
• Monitor and assist with procedures for Lost and Found items.
• Ensure that property patrols are regularly conducted, maintaining Security visibility and logging safety and security issues.
• Know Innkeeper's Laws and ensure the hotel's compliance.
• Know and ensure compliance with the Loss Prevention SOPs.
• Assist in training all department personnel in MSDS, Haz Comm, and Bloodborne Pathogen procedures.
• Maintain the Emergency response Kit.
• Assist the Human Resources Department with conducting quarterly locker room audits.
• Assist in preparing and conducting all Security interviews and follow hiring procedures according to Highgate Hotel's SOPs.
• Establish and maintain key control system. Maintain required pars of all Security office and stationary supplies.
• Perform guest and employee escorts as required.
• Conduct bag and package inspections.
• Conduct daily key audits and follow up on any discrepancies.
• Assist with guest requests and guestroom entries while maintaining proper security and guest privacy.
• Monitor and ensure the use of the employee entrance.

• At least 4 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Must be proficient in Windows 95, company-approved spreadsheets and word processing.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Must be able to climb stairs, descend stairs and run.
• On occasion must physically deter individuals who pose a threat to guests and/or employees.
• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing, with all levels of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.
• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.
• Attend all hotel-required meetings and trainings.
• Participate in M.O.D. coverage as required.
• Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Highgate Hotel Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the hotel.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which include wearing nametags.
• Comply with Highgate Hotel Standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.
• Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions.
• Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary.
• Must be able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.