Security Officer

Security OfficerThe Post Oak Hotel is seeking a Security Officer to join the only Forbes Five-Star Hotel in Texas. The Security Officer will be responsible for patrolling the hotel grounds to identify, report, and prevent or deescalate any unusual activity or hazardous discrepancies. Responsibilities include producing detailed incident reports based upon facts gathered in self-conducted investigations, promoting a safe working environment while adhering to OSHA mandated standards, monitoring the fire life safety system with the ability to promptly respond to alarms and assist with evacuations, having a thorough understanding of the hotel's emergency preparedness procedures and catastrophic event response, responsible for logging daily activity, managing key control, and issuing visitor badge credentials. Experience using video management systems, to view, replay, and archive surveillance footage is required. Ability to communicate in a clear and articulate manner with guests and colleagues in a variety of platforms is required.Qualifications include a minimum of 2 years' experience working as a Security Officer or Loss Prevention Agent in an upscale or luxury environment. Must obtain a CPR certification, as well as a state issued Private Security Officer License within 30 days of hire date. Must achieve CLSO designation within 6 months of hire date. Knowledge and understanding of state laws and municipal ordinances is required. Basic computer proficiency including familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and any security operation software systems is required. Previous hotel experience, luxury or Forbes experience preferred. Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends and holidays is required. Physical demands include being capable of standing for extended periods of time while maintaining a friendly and approachable demeanor. Ability to ascent multiple stairwell levels at an expedite pace in emergency instances is required.What we offer you: Multiple benefit plans to suit your needs, Paid Time Off, 401K, Opportunities for advancement, Positive and respectful work environment where diversity is valued, Generous employee discounts on dining, retail, amusements, and hotels, Community volunteer opportunities, Complimentary parking and colleague meal.