Security Officer

Beach House Fort Lauderdale, A Hilton Resort; Miami Beach (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Beach House Fort Lauderdale, a Hilton Resort, seeks a Security Officer to maintain a safe environment for guests, team members, and property at our Fort Lauderdale, FL location. This full-time, on-site role involves patrolling grounds, monitoring surveillance, responding to incidents, and coordinating with local authorities as needed.

You will work with other departments to prevent risks and deliver exceptional hospitality.

Qualifications

• Experience in security or related protective services.
• Knowledge of patrolling, incident reporting, and emergency procedures.
• Strong observation and situational awareness.
• Clear, professional communication with guests and colleagues.
• Ability to stand and patrol for extended periods.
• High level of integrity and discretion.
• Basic computer skills for reports.
• High school diploma or equivalent; security training or certification beneficial.
• Availability for flexible hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Patrol resort grounds and public areas to deter incidents.
• Monitor surveillance systems and access points.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and guest concerns in a calm, professional manner.
• Document and report safety and security incidents.
• Coordinate with local authorities when necessary.
• Enforce resort policies and procedures.
• Assist with lost and found operations.
• Support crowd control during events.
• Provide courteous guest service and collaboration with front desk and management.

Skills

Experience in security

Security operations knowledge

Situational awareness

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Discretion

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Security training or certifications

Tools

Security systems

Job description

Company Description Beach House Fort Lauderdale, a Hilton Resort, is located on Fort Lauderdale’s exclusive north beach, between the Sunrise and Las Olas boulevards and minutes from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport. The resort focuses on distinct, personalized service, creating unforgettable experiences and offering modern comforts for well-traveled guests. Guests enjoy refined beach resort living with unique tropical amenities and upscale accommodations that are more spacious than a typical hotel. International design elements are combined with a relaxed tropical atmosphere to attract travelers from around the world. Team members join a resort environment that emphasizes high-quality guest service, comfort, and a welcoming coastal lifestyle.

Role Description The Security Officer is a full-time, on-site role located in Fort Lauderdale, FL, responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for guests, team members, and property. The position includes patrolling resort grounds and public areas, monitoring surveillance systems and access points, and responding to incidents, alarms, and guest concerns in a professional and calm manner. The Security Officer documents and reports safety and security incidents, supports emergency procedures, and coordinates with local authorities when necessary. Daily tasks also involve enforcing resort policies, managing lost and found procedures, assisting with crowd control during events, and providing courteous customer service. This role works closely with front desk, housekeeping, and management teams to proactively identify risks, support risk mitigation, and promote a culture of safety and hospitality.

Qualifications

• Experience in security, law enforcement, or a related protective services role, preferably in hospitality or resort environments.
• Knowledge of basic security operations, including patrolling, incident reporting, and emergency response procedures.
• Strong observation, situational awareness, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Clear and professional communication skills, including the ability to interact respectfully with guests, team members, and external agencies.
• Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods and to respond quickly to incidents across the property.
• High level of integrity, reliability, and discretion when handling sensitive information and guest issues.
• Basic computer skills for completing reports and using security or property management systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional security training, certifications (such as CPR/First Aid), or a security license are beneficial.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.