Security Supervisor

The Post Oak; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Post Oak in Galveston, TX is seeking a Security Supervisor to assist the Director of Security in protecting guests, associates, and property. This role supports security operations in an open-access hotel setting, balancing safety with exceptional guest service and smooth business flow.

You will lead security audits, coordinate with law enforcement, and develop training programs for staff. A background in hotel security, supervisory experience, and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of security experience in hotel or related field.
• Experience in investigations and security reporting.
• Knowledge of alarms, surveillance, and recording systems.
• Familiarity with applicable laws and pre-employment screening.
• Supervisory experience and a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform oversight audits of all security-related vulnerabilities and recommend corrective actions.
• Identify vulnerabilities in security, operations and personnel and propose remedies.
• Ensure corrective actions are completed and tracked to resolution.
• Develop and implement security education and motivation programs for staff.
• Track and investigate losses; provide timely investigative reports to management.
• Build relationships with law enforcement; review renovation plans for compliance.

Skills

Security leadership

Investigative reporting

Access control

Emergency response

Driver's license

Education

2-year college degree

Job description

Overview

The Security Supervisor is responsible for assisting the Director of Security in the operation of the Security Department, in an attentive, friendly efficient and courteous manner, providing all guests with a safe and secure environment throughout their stay, and for protecting hotel guests, associates and the physical property of the company. Provide an appropriate level of security in an open-access environment that does not impede business flow and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Perform oversight audits of all security-related vulnerabilities. Using observation and security audits, recommend corrective action options to senior management.
• Identify physical security, operational process and personnel related vulnerabilities. Using observation and security audits, recommended corrective action options to senior management.
• Ensure the corrective action is accomplished by racking identified vulnerabilities and deficiencies.
• Develop and implement security education and motivation programs. Programs are designed to reinforce employee training, maintain high levels of professional motivation and ensure employee and customer safety and security.
• Track and investigate internal and external losses; provide accurate and timely investigative reports to senior management.
• Develop and solidify relationships with various law enforcement agencies. Develop networks to gather and assimilate local threat and intelligence information, garner assistance with investigations and prosecution. Review plans for renovating existing facilities to ensure compliance with security standards.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field; or a 2-year college degree and at least 2 years of related experience.
• Experience in Law Enforcement, civilian or military, or corporate investigation experience preferred. Knowledge of investigative report writing and business writing skills. Knowledge and proper use of alarms, surveillance and recording systems relative to internal investigations. Familiarity with Federal, State and Local laws and ordinances. Familiarity with laws and regulations pertaining to pre-employment screening and internal investigations.
• Texas D.P.S. Security License preferred
• Supervisory experience required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

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