Security Safety Manager

Westgate Resorts; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) Matching

Daily Pay

Job summary

Westgate Resorts is seeking a Security Safety Manager to support the Director of Security and oversee all resort safety and security operations. You will develop and enforce security policies to protect guests, team members, assets, and property.

The role requires risk assessment, reporting, and collaboration with Risk Management, Safety, and Security teams. Responsibilities include hiring, program management, record keeping, training coordination, and liaison with OSHA and government health

Qualifications

• Must be available to work overnight shifts.
• Experience briefing senior management staff.
• Familiarity with data and physical security vulnerability prevention.
• Familiarity with investigative process and chain of custody requirements.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Hire and screen team members.
• Implement and manage government mandated safety and security programs (e.g., training).
• Organize and manage all department records.
• Establish daily procedures for Safety & Security personnel.
• Conduct routine safety and security inspections and administer an ongoing safety program.
• Create policies and procedures for a risk management program.
• Direct and/or conduct internal investigations and liaise with Law Enforcement.”
• Act as a liaison to OSHA and government health/safety organizations.
• Coordinate health, safety and security training programs with risk management.
• Maintain membership in professional risk management organizations.
• Manage interdepartmental Safety & Security programs and reorganize as needed.
• Fulfill duties of subordinate managers in their absence.

Skills

Security management

Risk assessment

Policy development

Investigation

Leadership

Tools

Security systems

Job description

Job Description

The Security Safety Manager supports the Director of Security and oversees all resort safety and security operations. This role develops and enforces security policies, procedures, and programs to protect guests, team members, company assets, and property. The position assesses security risks, implements mitigation strategies, and prepares reports and recommendations that support Westgate Resorts' Risk Management, Safety, and Security initiatives. You will demonstrate Westgate’s core values of Passion, Integrity, and Work Ethic in every interaction with guests and team members.

What You Will Do as a Security Safety Manager

• Hiring and screening team members.
• Implementation and management of government mandated safety and security programs (such as blood borne pathogen and hazardous communications training)
• Organization and management of all department generated records.
• Establish daily procedures and responsibilities for Safety & Security personnel.
• Conduct routine safety and security inspections and administer an on-going safety inspection program.
• Create policies and procedures as required for the maintenance of an aggressive, contemporary risk management program.
• Direct and/or conduct internal criminal and civil investigations and act as a liaison to Law Enforcement and Emergency Services Personnel.
• Act as a contact person and liaison to OSHA and/or any government health/safety organization.
• Coordinate and/or instruct team member health, safety and security training programs in cooperation with the corporate division of risk management.
• Maintain membership in professional organizations relevant to the risk management profession.
• Manage any interdepartmental Safety & Security programs and revise and/or reorganize as necessary.
• Fulfill the duties of any subordinate manager in their absence.
• Act on behalf of the General Manager or any other representative of the corporation as directed.
• Act as a task force coordinator for any event requiring esoteric or additional security services (such as dignitary protection or special events).
• Act as facilitator and chairman of the Occupational Safety and Health Committee.
• Be on call and available to respond to incidents 24 hour a day.
• Respond to critical incidents and assume control of incident scenes.
• Act as a media relations representative as directed by the General Manager.
• Administer progressive disciplinary actions to subordinate team members as required under corporate policy.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What You Will Bring

• Must be available to work overnight shifts.
• Experience briefing senior management staff.
• Familiarity with data and physical security vulnerability prevention.
• Familiarity with investigative process and chain of custody requirements.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Must have proven success managing multiple projects with minimal guidance/supervision.
• A high degree of flexibility, creativity, and innovation.
• Aptitude for a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in self‑directed and team environments.
• Ability to interact on a variety of personal and professional levels.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure to meet strict deadlines.
• Westgate Resorts is a Smoke and Tobacco‑Free workplace. Except where prohibited by law, applicants who smoke or use tobacco products will not be considered for positions at Westgate.
• Required to pass a background check, drug test, and prove eligibility to work in the United States.

Additional Information

Why Westgate?

• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time to Recharge
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match to Support Your Future
• Daily Pay – Access Your Earnings When You Need Them
• Family‑Focused Benefits – Pregnancy, Parental Leave, and Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs to Support Your Well‑Being
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition Assistance to Help You Grow Your Career
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support When You Need It Most
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance for Your Furry Family Members
• Loyalty Program – Exclusive Discounts on Hotels, Cruises, Resorts, Restaurants, Entertainment, and More
• Low‑Cost Gym Membership
• NEW! David A. Siegel Legacy Scholarship – Up to $40,000 for Team Members’ Dependents
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Community Involvement – Give Back and Make an Impact

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email [e-mail] with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility, duty, or qualification required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Compensation: $55,000-$55,000 per year