POSITION SUMMARY Reporting to the Security Team Lead, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing protection, safety, and security for guests, employees and the physical property according to the standards of the Pan Pacific Vancouver. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The key responsibilities of the Security Officer include but are not limited to:
- Maintains professional internal/external guest service: smiles, creates eye contact and uses Associate/guest names
- Walks through all guest floors and corridors and all World Trade Center floors and corridors, checks doors, elevators, lights, fire equipment, storage areas and stairwells
- Notes all fire, security and safety problems during shift, takes corrective/preventive measures and informs the Rooms Division Manager of action taken
- Responds to all medical emergency calls throughout the hotel and World Trade Center as the first responder to perform first aid and or life saving techniques as required
- Administers First Aid to injured Associates in accordance with the Workers’ Compensation Board Act.
Responds to all reported disturbance calls throughout the hotel and World Trade Center, providing notice of warning to those involved as required
- Responds to all 4500 calls regarding undesirable persons and, if necessary, removes undesirable persons from the Hotel
- Protects Associates/guests of the Hotel from acts of obnoxious guests
- Advises Rooms Division Manager of all activities by Associates that are inconsistent with Hotel policies
- Ensures all security precautions are taken at special functions, banquets, parties, etc.
- Checks all unattended cash drawers and maintains general surveillance when Hotel funds are at risk
- Reports maintenance and housekeeping problems to department Managers
- Maintains chronological log of all security functions performed during shift and completes incident reports as required
- Performs Associate security spot checks as required; Ensures duties on task list are completed
- Assists Rooms Division Manager and Team Leader in special investigations; Performs other related duties as required
- Liaises with VPD or RCMP as required to gain or exchange information on special events such as protests, gang-related activity, VIP visits, etc.
This Person’s Decision-Making Authority Includes:
- Day-to-day procedures and routines governing this function; Authority as assigned by the direct report.
- Ultimate authority with respect to the transport decision of an injured Associate.
- Ultimate authority with respect to the administration of first aid to an injured associate.
- Authority to notify external emergency services where required.
COMPETENCY PROFILE
- Support and uphold the company Vision, Purpose & Values; Ensures minimal property loss or damage
- Provides guests and employees with a safe and secure environment at all times; Contributes an energetic and positive attitude to the hotel atmosphere; Maintains professional business confidentiality as required
- Maintains highest standard of professionalism, ethics, grooming and attitude towards guests, clients and other associates; Self-motivated and able to complete responsibilities in a timely manner with little or no supervision.
- Work 6 - 12 hour shifts with little or no supervision
- Maintains confidentiality of all sensitive work-related information. “Zero tolerance for indiscretion.”
SELECTION CRITERIA
- Valid Security license is required
- Valid Intermediate Occupational First Aid Certificate
- Advanced Security Training (AST)
- 3 – 5 years previous experience in the security field is considered an asset
- Knowledge of Criminal Code and municipal by-laws;
- Able to demonstrate excellent Interpersonal skills, Conflict resolution skills and Observational skills
- Possesses sound decision-making abilities; Research and investigative skills
- Knowledge of Hotel security policies and procedures; Knowledge of Hotel functions; Knowledge of Hotel layout
- Typing/Basic Computer skills (MS Word, Outlook)
Pay: $28.72 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
