Security Officer - InterContinental New York Barclay

IHG Hotels & Resorts; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Hotel discounts worldwide

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Security Officer to protect guests, employees and hotel assets. You will patrol public areas, inspect facilities and coordinate with authorities as needed to prevent theft and safety hazards.

The role involves incident documentation, CPR/First Aid readiness, and training colleagues on safety procedures. Evening and weekend shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1 year of security and safety experience preferred.
• Must speak fluent English; other languages a plus.

Responsibilities

• Patrol and inspect hotel premises to protect property, guests and employees; monitor cameras and coordinate with security and local authorities.
• Investigate loss or safety incidents and document reports following company and legal requirements.
• Assist in training employees on safety procedures and emergency readiness.
• Record incident reports and communicate with police, corporate security and claims departments as needed.
• Respond courteously to guest incidents and maintain high levels of guest satisfaction.

Skills

English fluency

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW

Perform hotel security duties and procedures to ensure the safety and security of guests, employees and the property as well as the property’s assets.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform daily inspection and ensure compliance of hotel security and safety requirements and procedures in order to protect hotel property, employees and guests against theft, crime, threats and safety hazards. This may include and is not limited to:
• Patrolling and inspecting with specified equipment the assigned areas to include all public areas of the property including meeting rooms, entrances and outside building and grounds; monitoring surveillance cameras and checking areas for unauthorized persons or vehicles and coordinating towing of vehicles, unlocked doors and fire and safety hazards and document all actions.
• Maintaining the Security procedures and audit/department logs that may include lost and found, storing guests’ valuables, key control, emergency procedures, health and safety hazard procedures for all employees and guests.
• Ensuring all guest room doors are secured and assisting guests with room access and moving/removing guest possessions or inventory if required.
• Escorting staff and guests to cars if requested.
• Inspecting purses, packages, or bags of employees if designated by management and employees' work identification and accuracy of employee time cards as they arrive/leave the property
• Investigate loss and safety incidents involving guests, employees and/or hotel loss and safety exposure and comply with state and government regulations and hotel procedures to prevent/minimize the loss from theft and other safety risk or litigation against the hotel. Such investigations may include theft or lost items, noise complaints, assault complaints, food poisoning complaints, intoxication incidents, other guest complaints and safety hazard accidents and incidents. May have to administer CPR on guest or staff member in accordance to guidelines and communicate specified information to EMS/medical personnel as required. Complete documented reports in accordance to Company and hotel polices and procedures.
• Assist in training/educating employees on current safety and security issues to ensure compliance with all Company loss control policies and current security, and safety regulations. Inform management of hazardous situations, emergencies, or threats to the security of guests, employees or hotel assets. Schedule preventative maintenance and repairs to security equipment or hotel property as needed and ensure that equipment is prepared and operational for the following day’s work.
• Record necessary and pertinent incident reports or information to police and fire agencies involving investigations and to Corporate Legal department, Corporate Claims Management department, insurance agencies and outside attorneys to assist in case evaluation, settlement or defense involving lawsuits against the Company.
• Respond in a courteous and prompt manner to all guest related incidents, questions, complaints and/or requests to ensure strong guest satisfaction.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include all hotel staff, Corporate Hotel Management Group and Corporate Risk Management and Legal department.
• Perform other duties as assigned; such as may handle deliveries received during non-business hours.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent, plus one year of security and safety experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must speak fluent English. Other languages preferred.

MUST HAVE ACTIVE FLSD LICENSE TO BE CONSIDERED

This job requires ability to perform the following:

• Carrying, lifting, pushing and/or pulling items weighing up to 50-100 pounds
• Frequently standing up and moving about the facility
• Frequently handling objects and equipment to secure the facility
• Frequently bending, stooping, and kneeling
• Other:
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with the guests and employees.
• Certification in safety and training and/or licensed as a Security Officer or Law Enforcement Officer may be required. Certified CPR, First Aid instructor and training in law enforcement techniques may be required or highly desired.
• Working knowledge of local laws, investigation methods, OSHA requirements and fire codes, and life safety codes.
• Problem-solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational, and training abilities are used when an emergency situation occurs.
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized in order to document or record all tasks completed, to order supplies, to receive their instructions for the day and/or to read safety and security procedures.
• Mathematical skills, including basic math, are used occasionally.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• The salary range listed is the lowest to highest pay scale we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.
• No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including:

• Paid time off
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Hotel discounts worldwide
• Chance to work with a great team of people
• Any other benefits to eligible employees

The hourly rate for this role is $31.51 /hr. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in New York City, NY. This is the lowest to highest pay scale we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.

IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans