Security Officer (Pool)

STARTING PAY: $19/hour

General Summary Of Duties:

Patrol walk or stand in assigned area observing all activity responding to calls as directed by the dispatcher and/or supervisor.  Perform proactive and enforcement functions in a courteous and restrained manner in coping with emergencies undesired conduct disturbances and threats to life and/or property to maintain a safe and secure environment. 

Role and Responsibilities: (Includes but is not limited to the following)

• Patrol
• Ability at assigned station/area stand and/or move on a continuous basis for up to 3 hours to observe and identify potential security/safety risks suspicious persons/activity or undesirable conditions or hazards.  
• Ability to respond to emergency situations (i.e. CPR first aid other medical emergencies fire) undesired conduct and violations of property policy and/or civil law as warranted for the safety/security of guests employees and property. Ability to provide instructions and/or guidance for guest/employee safety.
• Ability to remain calm and alert especially during emergency situations and/or heavy property activity serving as a role model for other employees. 
• Ability to investigate safety/security matters on behalf of guests and employees.  Document accurate and pertinent information for incident reports and logs.
• Ability to clearly communicate via two-way radios and telephones to the dispatcher for directions/instructions and assistance as well as supervisors and fellow officers.
• Service:
• Ability to provide guest satisfaction through assistance direction and information within property/department guidelines.
• Periodic Job Functions:
• Attend and participate in shift meetings to receive instructions and information regarding internal property concerns.

Qualifications :

Performance Requirements: (Knowledge skills and abilities)

• Ability to read write speak and understand the English language clearly to ascertain and document important information to follow written and/or verbal instructions to provide clear direction/guidance and to communicate with others.
• Ability to stand move and work throughout property including walking (up to 5-7 miles) climbing stairs (10% of shift - tower positions to 35% of shift) and/or standing/sitting at work stations for the duration of the shift. 
• Social skills as demonstrated by the ability to listen and respond to employee or management inquiries/concerns using a positive clear speaking voice answering questions and/or offering assistance giving accurate information regarding plans policies or procedures within guidelines.
• Ability to grasp bend lift and/or carry or otherwise move goods weighing a maximum of 40 lbs. on an intermittent basis with repeated lifting carrying and push/pull of 20 lbs..   And sufficient dexterity of hand in order to use handcuffs emergency equipment two-way radio multi-line telephone and keys.
• Knowledge of safety/security practices and procedures including:  C.P.R. emergency first aid semi-automatic defibrillator and basic emergency fire equipment.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to verify/balance reports and perform simple calculations.
• Ability to maintain attendance in conformance with standards.
• Ability to maintain a neat clean and well-groomed appearance. Typical Working Condition:
• Ability to perform duties within hot to normal to cold temperature ranges and unfavorable conditions which can occasionally be noisy and wet.

Additional Information :

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability status or any other protected status under federal state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility duty or qualification required. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Part-time