Overnight Security Officer

Overnight Security Officer at Grand Pacific Resorts

Location:

Palm Springs, CA

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Manager, the Security Officer will be responsible for safeguarding guests, owners, visitors, associates and resort assets. The associate will work independently or in a team under little to no supervision. This position relies on good judgment to perform the functions of the job.

• All associates are obligated to support and uphold the values, expectations, policies, and procedures of Grand Pacific Resorts as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Perform protective and enforcement/patrol duties for the safety of guests and associates and the security of the property.
• Answer radio calls for assistance from guests and associates.
• Initiate and follow‑up on investigations of incidents that occur on resort property.
• Patrol property for security and safety issues, and correct or document findings.
• Monitor and review CCTV video for compliance and safety issues. Troubleshoot and respond to fire alarms, intrusion alarms and other life‑safety alarms as needed. Assist in maintaining the property parking program.
• Assist the maintenance team with various handyman functions, as needed.
• Support resort departments and property safety and security programs as needed or directed.
• Assist the department manager or security supervisor in the maintenance of crisis‑management plans, safety programs, and other department initiatives.
• Responsible for the disposition and storage of lost and found items, including follow‑up calls to guests regarding lost items.
• Maintain security equipment in operational state.
• Participate in the property electronic key accountability and audits.
• Assist in maintaining the fleet vehicle program including servicing and condition of vehicles.
• Responsible for conducting all responsibilities in a professional and ethical manner.
• Responsible for maintaining a consistent, regular attendance record.
• Adhere to performance standards, company policies and procedures, as they relate to the department.

The ideal candidate for this opportunity must be an alert, brave, and proactive individual who consistently provides exemplary customer service to guests, owners, management and associates.

• 1+ year of security or law‑enforcement related background.
• Experience in patrol techniques and crisis management is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent education. Education and training in the Protective Services Field experience is highly preferred.
• Ability to work 3rd shift.
• State Guard card is preferred.
• Current CPR/AED certification is preferred.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with guests, supervisors and associates.
• Stay informed concerning emergency procedures, current projects, security issues, and location of emergency equipment.
• Strong customer focus and customer service skills.
• Experience in the hospitality industry (time share preferred).
• Ability to work well in a diverse team environment.

• Must be available to work various shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to successfully pass applicable auditions or skill testing, background check, physical examination and drug screening test.
• Ability to speak and understand the English language.

• Must be able to stand and/or walk for up to 8 hours.
• Must also be able to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally be required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Clear vision (close, distant and depth perception) is needed for navigating office and all other buildings within the resort.

Grand Pacific Resorts provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for all terms and conditions of employment, in every location in which the company has facilities, regardless of any basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

• Please note that this job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be instructed by upper management to perform other tasks or functions.
• You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description and your ability to commit to the Standards of Excellence.
• Management has the right to revise this job description at any time.
• The job description is not a contract for employment.

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Full‑time

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