Director of Security & Safety — Luxury Hotel Leader

The Fairmont Washington, D.C, Georgetown; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Discounted stays across Fairmont & R&R

Learning programs

Job summary

The Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown is seeking a Security Leader to guide the hotel's Security team, ensuring exceptional guest service and strict adherence to safety standards.

You will oversee life safety programs, incident investigations, and collaboration with law enforcement, while coaching staff and managing resources for events and operations. This role requires a minimum of 2 years in hotel security management and a strong focus on risk and prevention.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' previous security management experience in hotel operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Security team to achieve guest service and colleague satisfaction while applying corporate and property standards.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local regulations including OSHA and fire life safety codes.
• Develop and coach the Security team for continuous professional growth.
• Oversee Fire Prevention Programs and Life Safety Systems, monthly extinguisher inspections.
• Train and develop Security and Health & Safety programs hotel-wide.
• Oversee locking systems and key control programs (electronic and manual).
• Oversee Loss Prevention program and assist with claims management.
• Coordinate with city law enforcement; build cohesive relationships.
• Plan VIP, special events and dignitary visits as required.
• Oversee security equipment usage (radios, cameras, printers, computers, lock systems).
• Respond to emergencies and manage situations.
• Oversee department budgeting and expense tracking.
• Coordinate team schedules and payroll for operations and events.
• Investigate security incidents and complete follow-up reports.

Skills

Security leadership

Team management

Emergency response

Budgeting

Communication

Risk assessment

Surveillance knowledge

Lock & access control

Fire & life safety

Education

University degree

Job description

The Fairmont Washington, D.C., Georgetown is seeking a Security Leader to guide the hotel's Security team, ensuring exceptional guest service and strict adherence to safety standards.

You will oversee life safety programs, incident investigations, and collaboration with law enforcement, while coaching staff and managing resources for events and operations. This role requires a minimum of 2 years in hotel security management and a strong focus on risk and prevention.