Security (54643)

PROVIDENCE HOSPITALITY GROUP•Bellingham, WA

18d•$21 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The four Points by Sheraton Bellingham Hotel & Conference Center is located close to downtown Bellingham and the university district. We strive to operate a hotel where every guest wants to stay, every associate wants to work. We encourage and support each associate to achieve clearly defined objectives, and we pursue a proactive position to enhance the wellbeing in our communities. We provide a corporate culture that values teamwork, a strong work ethic, service to others, and personal balance. SUMMARY: The Security Officer is responsible for performing protection and enforcement functions in coping with emergencies, undesired conduct, disturbances, and threats to life and property to maintain a safe and secure environment for all employees and visitors and ensure the safety of company/customer assets.

Requirements

General knowledge of security procedures/methods and fire safety
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Ability to manage priorities and workflow
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm
Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees
Strong interpersonal skills
Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions
Professional appearance and demeanor
Demonstrated competence in reacting to and handling emergencies
Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds
High school diploma or equivalent
One to two years of related experience or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Patrolling and report writing experience preferred
Bilingual skills a plus
CPR and First Aid Training preferred. - Company will pay for First Aid & CPR Certification)

Responsibilities

Identifies situations where security violations have occurred and takes reasonable and prudent action to ensure the safety of employees, visitors, and company/customer assets
Performs scheduled and random inspection of physical premises to observe and identify potential security and safety risks or undesirable conditions; observes, cautions, instructs, corrects, investigates, and reports persons or incidents involving suspected break-ins, tampering, vandalism, thefts, or property damag
Provides immediate response to all emergency situations, including but not limited to structural and brush fires, medical emergencies, confined space rescue, undesirable conduct, violations of company policies or civil laws, and hazardous material incidents; assists until proper authorities arrive
Monitors property
Monitors security and fire protection systems and equipment; tests, documents, and makes recommendations relative to premises security and fire suppression systems to ensure system and equipment readiness
Documents and reports any irregularity, incident, or emergency actions concerning safety and security
Checks packages and identification; questions and/or detains unauthorized persons without proper ID or those found in restricted areas
Interfaces with local law enforcement and security agencies as situations require
Performs other related duties as assigned by management