Director of Security - Hotel Del Coronado

Hilton; Coronado (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton is seeking a Director of Security to lead the hotel’s safety and security operations, ensuring OSHA compliance and a safe guest experience.

You will oversee training (CPR, fire and life safety), respond to emergencies, conduct investigations, and coordinate with law enforcement.

Join a culture of hospitality and leadership as you build a high-performing team dedicated to guest well-being and memorable stays.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety and security operations across functions, OSHA compliance, safe-work practices, and departmental budgets and policies.
• Coordinate and administer safety training programs, including CPR, fire and life safety, workplace violence prevention, and driver training.
• Direct security patrols of hotel premises to identify and address safety risks, threats, and undesirable conditions.
• Oversee inquiries into accidents, thefts, property loss, and unlawful activities.
• Lead responses to emergencies, including fires, medical incidents, and security threats.
• Serve as primary contact for federal, state, and local law enforcement on security matters.
• Drive engagement and retention through performance management, development, and recognition.

Job description

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! As a

Job Description

As a Director of Security, and facility safety – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

Responsibilities

Here’s what you’ll do during a typical day:

• Lead safety and security operations: Oversee all safety and security functions, including ensuring OSHA compliance, promoting safe work practices, and managing department systems, budgets, and policies.
• Oversee safety training: Lead the coordination and administration of safety training programs, including CPR, fire and life safety, workplace violence prevention, and driver training
• Ensure property safety: Direct security patrols of hotel premises to identify and address safety risks, security threats, and undesirable conditions
• Lead investigations: Oversee inquiries into accidents, thefts, property loss, and unlawful activities
• Direct emergency responses: Lead responses to emergencies, including fires, medical incidents, and security threats
• Liaise with law enforcement: Serve as the primary contact for federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies on security-related matters
• Cultivate a high-performing team: Drive engagement and retention through performance management, professional development, and recognition programs

Qualifications

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, Our Core Values Define What It Takes To Succeed Here And Guide The Qualities We Look For In Every Team Member

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

About Us

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world‑class brands , and a company‑wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.