Security Officer - Part Time

Westgate Resorts • Cocoa Beach, FL

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About The Position

The Security Officer helps keep company properties safe, secure, and welcoming by combining security responsibilities with hospitality-focused service. The role protects guests, team members, and property while maintaining a friendly and supportive environment. The officer maintains a visible security presence, manages access points, responds to police, fire, or medical situations, and completes safety inspections and incident reports. The position involves coordinating with public safety partners and security leadership and demonstrating Westgate’s values of Passion, Integrity, and Work Ethic.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of experience in security, law enforcement, military, or a related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with basic computer systems used for reports, logs, and email communication.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure or emergency situations.
• Excellent judgment, integrity, and attention to detail.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to pass a background check, drug test, and motor vehicle record check.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Physical stamina to work indoors and outdoors, remain on feet for extended periods, climb stairs, and move quickly for short distances as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Valid Unarmed Security Officer license, as required by the state of employment; the company will assist qualified candidates in obtaining certification if needed.
• First Aid, CPR, and AED certificates.
• Prior hospitality or guest service experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide the initial response to police, fire, or medical incidents and act within the scope of a Security Officer’s duties.
• Maintain a uniformed security presence at specified company interests.
• Manage entry and exit control points at designated properties.
• Monitor a proprietary monitoring station or front desk fire alarm panel as required by law, and monitor the security surveillance system.
• Conduct safety inspections according to policy and established procedures.
• Maintain security activity records, checklists, and logs.
• Write detailed and accurate incident reports using computer skills and email.
• Respond to basic service requests and perform preventative maintenance on the electronic guest room security system and in-room electronic safes, if applicable.
• Perform lost-and-found inventory control tasks.
• Perform traffic control and parking enforcement duties as required.
• Respond to security-related complaints and take appropriate action.
• Assist public safety officers as requested or required.
• Perform key control and accounting duties.
• Perform other tasks requested by management within the scope of corporate policy.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match.
• Daily Pay access.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee discounts on hotels, cruises, resorts, restaurants, entertainment, and more.
• Low-cost gym membership.
• Eligible dependents may be considered for an annual scholarship of up to $40,000.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.
• Community involvement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED