Director of Security

Luxury Collection Manhattan Midtown is hiring a Director of Security to join the team!

Job Overview

The Hotel Director of Security is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of guests, employees, and property. This role involves developing and implementing security policies, managing security personnel, and coordinating emergency response plans. The position requires strong leadership, risk management skills, and collaboration with law enforcement and other departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety & Security Oversight
  Ensure the protection of guests, staff, and hotel assets through proactive security measures.
• Policy Development
  Create and enforce security protocols, procedures, and contingency plans to prevent theft, vandalism, and other incidents.
• Risk Assessment
  Conduct regular risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies for potential threats.
• Team Management
  Recruit, train, and supervise security personnel; maintain high standards of professionalism and responsiveness.
• Emergency Preparedness
  Develop and execute emergency response plans, including evacuation drills and crisis management.
• Technology Oversight
  Monitor and maintain security systems such as surveillance cameras, alarms, and access control systems.
• Incident Investigation
  Investigate security breaches, thefts, and other incidents; prepare detailed reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaboration
  Act as liaison with local law enforcement and emergency services for coordinated responses.
• Compliance & Reporting
  Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations; maintain accurate records of security activities.

Qualifications

• NYC (FLSD) Certified Fire Life Safety Director
• Education : Bachelors degree in Criminal Justice, Security Management, or related field.

• Experience : 510 years in security management, preferably in hospitality or law enforcement.
• Certifications : CPP (Certified Professional) in New York State.
• Skills : Strong leadership, communication, crisis management, and proficiency with security technology.

Our Company

• MCR is the 3rd-largest hotel owner-operator in the United States.
• Founded in 2006, our company has offices in New York City, Dallas, Chicago, and Richmond, Virginia.
• MCR has a $5.0 billion portfolio of 148 premium-branded hotels containing more than 22,000 guestrooms across 37 states and 106 cities .
• MCR has more than 7,000 team members across the country and operates hotels under 9 Marriott brands, 8 Hilton brands and a number of unflagged independent hotels.
• MCR was named one of Fast Company s 10 Most Innovative Travel Companies of 2020 .
• MCR is a three-time recipient of the Marriott Partnership Circle Award , the highest honor Marriott presents to its owner and franchise partners, and a recipient of the Hilton Legacy Award for Top Performer .
• For the TWA Hotel at New Yorks JFK Airport, MCR won the Development of the Year (Full Service) Award at The Americas Lodging Investment Summit (ALIS) , the Urban Land Institute New York Excellence in Hotel Development Award and the American Institute of Architects national Architecture Award, the highest honor given by the AIA

What we offer/Whats in it for you?

• Hotel Discounts
• Weekly Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Options
• Referral bonuses
• Career advancement & upward mobility
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance- available after 30 days of employment for full-time team members