Choice Hotels International, Inc (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. A challenger in the upscale segment and a leader in midscale and extended stay, Choice® has more than 7,400 hotels, representing over 625,000 rooms, in 45 countries and territories. A diverse portfolio of 22 brands that run the gamut from full-service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay and economy enables Choice® to meet travelers' needs in more places and for more occasions while driving more value for franchise owners and shareholders. The award-winning Choice Privileges® loyalty program and co-brand credit card options provide members with a fast and easy way to earn reward nights and personalized perks. For more information, visit www.choicehotels.com.

The ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit.

Our managed hotels portfolio includes Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson Red, Park Plaza, and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson.

Position Summary:

The role of Security Officer is to operate with the day-to-day operation and long-term outlook of the safety and security department.

The Radisson Downtown Salt Lake City,is looking for an energetic individual to add to our Security Team as a Security Officer.

Benefits When You Make It Your Choice:

• Employee discounts on thousands of hotels

• Enjoy a complimentary meal in the associate cafeteria during your shift

• Free Parking

• Paid Sick Time

1st of the month following 30 days of service:

• Full benefits package to our full-time employees, including health, dental, vision, short & long term disability, auto insurance, and so much more!

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

90 Days:

• Paid Vacation and Sick Time

• 8 Paid Holidays

• Paid Bereavement

1 Year:

• Paid Floating Holidays

Safety & Security Tasks (40%)

• Conduct routine inspections of the loading dock and employee parking areas prior to each scheduled shift to ensure cleanliness and removal of trash and debris.

• Investigate loading dock cleanliness violations and provide timely follow-up with responsible departments.

• Respond immediately to all emergency situations and take appropriate action to safeguard guests, employees, and hotel assets.

• Review accident investigations to ensure reports are accurate, complete, and properly documented.

• Conduct regular patrols of the property to ensure all areas remain safe and secure.

• Identify, report, and address potential safety and security risks.

Team Development (40%)

• Orient new employees to the Security department and hotel operations.

• Provide on-the-job training related to security responsibilities and procedures.

• Ensure all security staff are fully trained and proficient in all parking applications.

• Assist staff with parking system operations, including server reset procedures, clearing ticket jams, gate reprogramming, and supply audits.

• Promote a proactive approach to property security while maintaining a strong focus on customer care and support.

• Maintain positive, professional working relationships with all hotel departments and external vendors.

Leadership Role (20%)

• Promote daily security awareness and provide security-related training to management and line-level staff.

• Act as a liaison to hotel management and guests in the absence of the Security Manager or Director of Security.

• Meet regularly with the Area Director of Facilities.

• Attend event Pre-Cons as required.

• Take an active leadership role within the Security team and the Safety Committee.

Requirement/Skills

• High School graduate required
• Associates/Bachelor's Degree or equivalent preferred (additional training e.g. military, law enforcement and education is highly desirable)
• Ideal candidate will have a minimum of one year security experience
• Experience with MS Office applications and Outlook required
• Previous work experience should include working in a high-volume environment, as well as customer-service oriented atmosphere
• Demonstrates strong verbal and interpersonal skills
• Works well independently or as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to exceptional guest service
• A positive attitude
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of the hotel

Physical Demands

• Perform repetitive hand and arm movements
• Ability to lift, pull, push up to 25 pounds
• Ability to squat, bend, kneel and twist
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to see, hear, speak, read and write legibly
• Ability to reach with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling
• Frequent sitting, standing and walking, which may be required for long periods of time up to 8 hours
• Duties may involve climbing stair and walking inclines or uneven terrain

Other Information

The hotel business functions seven days a week, 24 hours a day. All associates must realize this fact and be aware that at all times it may be necessary to move associates from their accustomed shift and alter assigned duties as business dictates. In addition, this is a hospitality business, and a hospitable service atmosphere must be maintained at all times
his position description is not intended to create, nor is it to be construed, as a contract of employment or a promise of employment. I understand that my employment is an “at-will” relationship and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without notice.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and make employment decisions without regard to age, race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected class. Our locations are drug-free and pre-employment drug tests are required. Background checks are also required before employment begins. We participate in E-Verify and those who are ineligible to work in the United States will not be considered.
The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities to do the job. Management may, at its discretion, assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Ability to model Choice’s Cultural Values: Welcome and Respect Everyone, Be Bold, Be Quick, Listen, Be Curious and Show Integrity are key to our success in inspiring Loyalty, Growth, and the Hospitality Spirit.

Choice Hotels International is an equal opportunity employer and affirmative action employer. Employment practices and decisions are not influenced by an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, disability veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, this offer of employment is conditional upon your presenting documents verifying your identity and legal authorization to work in the United States. All offers of employment are conditional upon the satisfactory completion of a background check and E-Verify.