Overnight Security Officer
La Jolla, CA - USA
Job Summary
Join the dynamic and diverse team at La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club Inc. where tradition meets opportunity. Our family of properties includes the iconic La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club a private oceanfront club with world-class tennis courts and direct beach access; the inviting La Jolla Shores Hotel a beachfront getaway beloved for its relaxed coastal charm; and the internationally acclaimed Marine Room celebrated for its fine dining and dramatic surfside views.
These landmark destinations are cherished La Jolla institutions built on a legacy of family values exceptional service and a deep commitment to our community. As part of our team youll enjoy a supportive and collaborative work environment competitive pay outstanding benefits and the chance to grow your career in a setting as inspiring as the coastline we call home. Whether youre starting your career or ready to take it to the next level were passionate about helping our employees thrive in one of Californias most beautiful destinations.
What we offer:
- Free daily meal and salad bar
- Benefits including: Medical Dental Vision 401K (based on employment status)
- Paid vacation sick and holiday time
- Dining discounts for employees (and up to 6 guests) at the Marine Room The Shores Restaurant and our Club Dining!
- Property retail shop and hotel discounts
- $500 referral bonus for referring new employees to The La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club
What we ask:
- Consistently provide professional attentive and genuinely friendly service
- Promote and follow LJBTC Incs Signature Service standards and requirements to ensure a lasting impression of exemplary service resulting in satisfied and loyal members and guests
Hourly Rate
$21.95Summary
The Overnight Security Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe secure and welcoming environment for hotel guests members visitors and team members during overnight hours. This position protects company assets responds to emergencies monitors property activity and serves as the primary security presence throughout the night. The officer is also responsible for staffing the security gate/booth controlling property access and conducting routine patrols of the hotel and surrounding grounds.The base wage for this role is $21.95 per hour with an additional $1.00 per hour when working the overnight shift.
- Patrol all hotel buildings parking lots garages and exterior grounds on a scheduled basis.
- Maintain a visible security presence to deter criminal activity and ensure guest safety.
- Monitor surveillance cameras and investigate suspicious activity.
- Respond promptly to emergencies alarms disturbances medical calls and guest requests.
- Complete detailed Daily Activity Reports (DARs) Incident Reports and other required documentation before the end of each shift.
- Preserve evidence and assist law enforcement or emergency responders when necessary.
- Staff the overnight security booth according to the assigned schedule.
- Verify the identity and authorization of all guests members vendors contractors and employees entering the property.
- Issue visitor passes and provides parking instructions when appropriate.
- Monitor vehicle traffic entering and exiting the property.
- Operate gate systems and report any equipment malfunctions immediately.
- Enforce hotel access policies and politely deny entry to unauthorized individuals.
- Provide excellent customer service while maintaining security standards.
- Provide directions and assist guests members and visitors with questions.
- Escort guests or employees when requested.
- Assist with room lockouts in coordination with Front Desk staff.
- Respond professionally to guest complaints involving security or safety concerns.
- Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive situations.
- Respond to fire alarms medical emergencies accidents and other emergency situations.
- Perform basic first aid and CPR if certified and within company policy.
- Assist with evacuations and emergency procedures when necessary.
- Inspect emergency exits fire extinguishers AEDs and other life safety equipment during patrols.
- Report hazardous conditions immediately.
- Secure doors gates offices and restricted areas.
- Monitor vacant rooms and common areas for unauthorized access.
- Conduct parking enforcement and document violations.
- Investigate property damage thefts lost and found items and policy violations.
- Ensure company vehicles and equipment remain secure.
- Maintain constant communication with hotel departments management and emergency responders.
- Answer security telephone and radio communications promptly.
- Provide detailed pass-down information to the incoming shift.
- Notify management of significant incidents immediately.
- Strong observation and report-writing skills.
- Ability to enforce policies professionally and respectfully.
- Knowledge of emergency response procedures.
- Basic computer skills including email incident reporting systems and surveillance software.
- Must drive a company vehicle a valid California Drivers License is required.
- Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
- Arrive on time and ready for duty.
- Follow all company policies procedures and safety standards.
- Demonstrate integrity accountability and sound judgment.
- Provide exceptional hospitality while maintaining a secure environment.
- Complete all assigned patrols booth assignments and reports accurately and on time.
- Obtain and maintain current CPR & First Aid Training Certification.
- Other duties may be assigned.
OUTCOME
By assisting guests management and staff in providing an enjoyable safe and secure resort/hotel environment for guests members employees and visitors employees help ensure experiences at the La Jolla Beach and Tennis Club Inc. are safe and memorable.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Ability to read write and understand comprehensive correspondence memos and reports. Ability to accurately document security related observations and incidents.
VERBAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS
Ability to effectively and accurately present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers guests members and employees of the organization.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in English to customers guests members and other employees of the organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply understanding based on company policies and procedures in carrying out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations. Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions.
CERTIFICATES LICENSES REGISTRATIONS
All employees in this position must obtain and maintain current CPR & First Aid Training Certification.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to stand walk and talk or hear for extended periods. The employee is occasionally required to sit. Ability to patrol stairs parking garages and uneven terrain. Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
WORKING CONDITIONS
ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Employees are required to perform all tasks as safely as possible and to adhere to the applicable safety procedures.
The La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club is committed to ensuring a safe work environment for all compliance with federal Right to Know requirements the company freely discloses this information so that all employees are informed about potential hazards in the work place. We encourage all employees to immediately report any known or potentially dangerous hazards to management.
INTERACTION
Employees in this position may interact on a daily basis with numerous departments safety committee members guests club members and visitors. Employees may occasionally interact with owners and Board Members
SCHEDULING
10:00 PM 6:30 AM or as assigned including weekends and holidays
This company operates seven days a week 24 hours a day. At times it may be necessary to move you from your accustomed shift if business staffing or task assignments addition it should be understood that business needs determine the number of hours that you work.
LJBTC INC. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club is the premier beachfront resort in San Diego. Championship tennis, a 9-hole golf course, junior olympic swimming pool. Learn more.