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Security Supervisor

Requisition ID
2024-50104
Category
Security
Job Location
CW-Willemstad
Property
Courtyard by Marriott - Willemstad

Compensation Type

Hourly

Highgate Hotels

Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant player in U.S. gateway markets including New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco and Honolulu, with a rapidly expanding presence in Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Highgate’s portfolio of global properties represents an aggregate asset value exceeding $20B and generates over $5B in cumulative revenues. The company provides expert guidance through all stages of the hospitality property cycle, from planning and development through recapitalization or disposition.  Highgate also has the creativity and bandwidth to develop bespoke hotel brands and utilizes industry-leading proprietary revenue management tools that identify and predict evolving market dynamics to drive out performance and maximize asset value. With an executive team consisting of some of the industry’s most experienced hotel management leaders, the company is a trusted partner for top ownership groups and major hotel brands. Highgate maintains corporate offices in London, New York, Dallas, and Seattle.

Location

Courtyard by Marriott - Willemstad

Pater Euwensweg 11
Willemstad, Curaco

Overview

The Safety and Security Supervisor is responsible for directing the day-to-day operation of the Safety and Security department, providing protection and communication with hotel guests and employees. He/she is also responsible for patrolling hotel premises to maintain security, detect and report fire, security and safety hazards and/or violations of Courtyard by Marriott rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

Duties and Functions

·          Supervise security staff.

·          Assign shifts and designate duties.

·          Conduct training for the security staff.

·          Conduct (preliminary) investigations.

·          Arrange and implement procedures for emergency situations such as fire, bomb

       threats, hurricane, etc.

·          Be an active member of safety committee.

·          Review daily activity log at the beginning of each shift.

·          Check identification of visitors and associates, if applicable.

·          Open secured areas for authorized personnel.

·          Complete incident/accident reports in a clear and concise manner.

·          Maintain daily activity log.

·          Conduct assigned tour/ patrol of building and close vicinity.

·          Investigate all reported thefts, accidents, and security complaints.

·          Assist in all fire and/or emergency situations.

·          Provide escort to guests and/or employees as necessary.

·          Respond to all types of alarms.

·          Monitor CCTV camera, if applicable.

·          Administer First Aid/CPR and medical emergencies as necessary.

·          Conduct investigations relative to property losses, guest and employee accidents

       and illnesses, and crimes against the hotel.

·          Check packages and document all deliveries.

·          Patrol the area to insure they are secure and free of unauthorized visitors and

       disturbances.

·          Provide escorts to persons carrying valuables, or other requests.

·          Issue and inventory pagers, radio equipment and keys on a daily basis, if

      applicable.

 

General Requirements

·          Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times.

·          Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by

       employees and guests.

·          Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.

·          Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly,                 courteous and service-oriented manner.

·          Attend all hotel required meetings and trainings.

·          Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Courtyard by Marriott Curacao

       Standards, as required by scheduling, which will vary according to the needs of the

       hotel.

·          Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes

       wearing the proper uniform and nametag.

·          Comply with Courtyard by Marriott Curacao Standards and regulations to

       encourage safe and efficient hotel operations.

·          Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in

       implementing solutions.

·          Must be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing,

       identifying and solving problems as necessary.

·          Must be able to understand and apply complex information, data, etc. from various

       sources to meet appropriate objectives.

·          Must be able to cross-train in other hotel related areas.

·          Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.

·          Must be able to show initiative, including anticipating guest or operational needs.

·          Perform other duties as requested by management.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent and/or experience in a hotel or a related field required.
  • At least one year of progressive experience in a hotel or related field preferred.
  • Previous supervisory responsibility preferred.
  • Able to communicate in a professional manner in English, Spanish, Papiamentu & Dutch, with all levels of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.
  • Flexible with working hours (able to run night shifts)
  • Ability to work with Computer applications/ Software and CCTV reviews.

 

Physical requirements:

  • Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
  • Ability to stand during entire shift.
  • Ability to climb and descend stairways and run.
  • Ability to physically deter individuals who pose a threat to employee and/or guests.

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Highgate Hotels, L.P. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains the policy of recruiting and retaining the best-qualified personnel who demonstrate the ability to perform competently and work well with others. It is the policy of Highgate Hotels to provide equal employment opportunity regardless of race (including traits historically or culturally associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress and religious grooming), color, age (40 and over), genetic information, disability (mental and physical), medical condition (as defined under state law), national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver’s license issued under section 12801.9 of the California Vehicle Code), ancestry, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression), sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, parental status, domestic partner status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including perceived pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or pregnancy-related conditions), military caregiver status, military status, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy of nondiscrimination is applied to all aspects of the employment relationship. The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws in ensuring equal opportunity and employment for qualified persons with disabilities. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

The following link provides more information regarding the Federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment: EEO is the Law – Notice of Applicant Rights Under the Law.