Director of Security and Safety - t Lauderdale

Position: Director of Security and Safety - Beach House Fort Lauderdale

Director of Security and Safety – Beach House Fort Lauderdale

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Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beachfront Resort is seeking a seasoned Director of Security and Safety to lead safety, security, and emergency preparedness at one of Hilton’s premier beachfront resort destinations. This is a highly visible leadership role for a security professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, full‑service resort environment and understands how to balance exceptional guest experience with best‑in‑class safety standards.

As Director of Security and Safety
, you will be a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for protecting our guests, team members, and assets while fostering a culture of trust, awareness, and accountability across the resort. You will lead and develop a diverse security team, partner closely with operations, and serve as the primary liaison with local authorities and emergency responders.

What will I be doing?

• Direct and administer all Safety and Security operations and functions to include, but not limited to, preserving the safety and security of the guests, team members and the facility, safe work practice promotion, OSHA compliance, safety incentive programs and classes, systems use and management, lost and found, budgeting and forecasting, department management, adherence to federal, state and local standards and meeting participation and facilitation
• Direct and administer the patrol of the interior of and the perimeter of the hotel and the property to observe and identify potential safety risks, security risks and undesirable conditions
• Direct and lead investigations of accidents, thefts, property loss and unlawful activities
• Direct response to emergency situations including, but not limited to, safety hazards, fires, medical emergencies and threats to life and/or property
• Serve as primary liaison with federal, state and local law enforcement
• Oversee the administration and accuracy of all required reports and documentation
• Respond to guest inquiries and requests and resolve guest issues in a timely, friendly and efficient manner
• Monitor and develop team member performance to include, but not limited to, providing supervision and professional development, scheduling, conducting counseling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward
• Recruit, interview and train team members

What are we looking for?

• Hospitality – We’re passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity – We do the right thing, all the time.
• Leadership – We’re leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork – We’re team players in everything we do.
• Ownership – We’re the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now – We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition, we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

The Benefits

• Medical Insurance Coverage – for you and your family
• Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
• Best‑in‑Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
• Parental leave to support new parents
• 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) – purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
• Debt‑free education:
  Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education, including: college degrees and professional certifications*
• Career growth and development

Work Locations

Beach House Fort Lauderdale

Schedule

Full‑time

Brand

Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Job

Security and Loss Prevention

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other, Information Technology, and Management

Industries

Hospitality

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