Security & public safety jobs in Illinois

About the role

The Security Officer is responsible for the safety and security of all our guests, employees and visitors of the hotel. They are responsible for protection of all hotel assets, ensuring that hotel security policies and procedures in accordance with Sonesta Hotels International corporate guidelines are enforced and that the hotel is in full compliance to all local, state and federal regulations. The Security officer also performs hotel security functions, to include fire prevention, safety, investigation, and resolution of guest and employee complaints regarding safety and security matters.

What you'll bring

• Regular and punctual attendance.
• Ability to adhere to the property’s grooming standards.
• Ability to stand and walk on a continuous basis and run as warranted.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle during all hours and in all weather conditions.
• Ability to understand and execute all safety and emergency procedures, (for example:  fire, crowd control, inclement weather, and bomb threats.)
• Ability to understand and operate emergency equipment, (for example fire extinguishers, wheelchairs, respirators.)
• Ability to lift and move, in an emergency situation, an immobilized adult.
• Ability to bend, squat, kneel, climb (including stairs and ladder), and reach.
• Ability to push and/or pull approximately 75 lbs.
• Ability to work in extreme temperature.
• Ability to utilize communication equipment (for example:  telephones, radios, and beepers.)
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with guests and other employees.

Benefits