Security Officer

Security Officer

Follow your passion all the way to paradise at TradeWinds Resort, a Tampa Bay Times Top Workplace for seven years in a row! TradeWinds features two destination resorts just 200 flip flops from one another along the gorgeous Gulf Coast on St. Pete Beach, a Top-Ranked US Beach.

TradeWinds Island Resorts is currently seeking a Security Officer to proudly provide a safe, secure, and accident-free environment. The Security Officer will be challenged with traversing the resort properties to observe, monitor, report and document daily activities in support of resort loss-prevention objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Use proper radio etiquette at all times.
• Maintain confidentiality with respect to guest and employee incidents.
• Access secured areas for authorized personnel.
• Respond to emergency situations, including medical, security, guest complaints, etc.
• Respond to altercations, and investigate.
• Have knowledge of hotel and guestroom locking systems.
• Monitor TV cameras, if applicable.
• Administer First Aid/CPR as necessary.
• Challenge suspicious persons.
• Check safety hazards.
• Complete Incident/Accident reports in a clear and concise manner.
• Monitor employees as they enter and exit the building.
• Conduct investigations relative to property losses, guest and employee accidents, and illnesses and crimes against the hotel.
• Document all deliveries.
• Patrol area to insure that areas are secure and free of unauthorized persons and disturbances.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Ability to physically deter individuals who pose a threat to employee and/or guests
• Must possess a strong dedication to excellent customer service
• Have a strong work ethic, and ability to work around sensitive material
• Must be able to safely lift upwards of 50lbs or more
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods
• Must be able to work in Florida's hot climate for upwards of 8 hour shifts
• Working knowledge of computer
• Must have open availability, including evenings, weekends and holidays, as they are our busiest times.