Director of Security - Houston, United States - United Service Companies

Description

Job Description

Job Description


Hotel Director of Security :
Supervision of all Security staff providing oversight and enforcement of directives, procedures and hotel policy
Formulate a work schedule for each staff member comprised of specific shift and regular days off.
Complete weekly payroll sheets for all security staff assuring accuracy and timely submission to payroll office.
Monitor and record staff time and attendance
Attend daily meetings with management to coordinate security coverage for events and hotel operations.
Assure that all safety equipment is functional and complete daily inspections of same.
Maintain files of all reports, their proper recording and submission to appropriate authorities.
Assure the proper documentation of all lost and found property and its secure storage until return or disposal.
Perform daily inspections of hotel property, addressing lapses in safety and security and report same to management.
Review all reports submitted by security staff and make necessary corrections.
Review daily activity log for proper documentation of security staff activity and hotel events.
Evaluate security staff for proper dress and appearance and enforce compliance with United Security standards.
Assure that all closed circuit monitors are functioning properly and coordinate maintenance with manufacturer.
Provide for and schedule training for all security staff in all subjects required by directive and policy.
Maintain and update Emergency procedures, post orders, and safety systems.
Monitor and enforce compliance of proper licensing of all security staff as mandated by the Texas Department of Public Safety

Assure that security Staff are conducting required patrols of interior and exterior areas of the hotel property and documenting same.

Conduct screening and interviews of applicants for security positions and assure completion of all necessary documents required for employment.

Requirements:
At least 5 years of

law enforcement experience

with a federal, state or local agency based in the Houston, TX area. This does not include experience as a security officer or security supervisor.
Experience as a previous Director of Security is REQUIRED for this role.
Exceptional customer service skills and excellent judgement.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and strong organizational skills.
Strong working knowledge of the Houston area's culture, communities, and dynamics.
Proficient with interacting, communicating and working jointly with hotel management staff.
Effective in managing, leading and training a team of professional hotel security officers in a premium hospitality setting.
Knowledgeable in all aspects of criminal law.

Possess, or can acquire by time of employment, a Non-Commissioned Security Officer license through the Texas Department of Public Safety.

Availability and flexibility to work any day, including weekends and holidays, and any work shift based on the operational needs of the hotel.

Preferred:

Knowledgeable in the key aspects of private security including, but not limited to: Handling hotel security tasks, responding to emergencies, preparing and reviewing incident reports, reviewing CCTV footage, progressive discipline, etc.

Knowledgeable in Morse Watchmans Keywatcher system.
Knowledgeable in Saflok systems.
Ability to prepare security work schedules, review timesheets and handle general administrative matters.
Experienced with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn security software applications and payroll systems.
Ability to develop and maintain security and emergency procedures manuals.
Possess a working knowledge of the hospitality industry and the related nomenclature.

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