Director of Safety & Security - Regent Santa Monica Beach Opening 2024

About us:

Regent Santa Monica Beach—an IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) property—lands in Santa Monica in 2024 as the first destination in the Americas.

The resort will set a new standard for modern upper luxury. 

Located steps from the famed Santa Monica Pier, the resort will celebrate the beauty of unexpected harmony through contrasts, delivering inspired stays through a blend of serenity and a touch of decadence.

The resort will feature sumptuous rooms and suites, along with a stunning beachfront pool deck, a destination spa, and a wellness center.

Additionally, Regent Santa Monica Beach will welcome guests for unforgettable epicurean experiences, including a restaurant concept created in collaboration with an acclaimed celebrity chef as well as a high-end artisanal marketplace.

Job Summary:

As Director of Safety & Security, you will manage the Security function to provide a safe and secure resort environment for our guests and colleagues.

Adhere to federal, state, and local regulations concerning OSHA, hotel emergency procedures, safety, or other compliance requirements, as well as brand standards and local policies and procedures

A little bit about your day 

Reporting to the Hotel Manager, every day is different but you will mostly:


* Promote Regent’s service philosophy and style through our people attributes. 


* Establish operational procedures for activities such as fire prevention, traffic control, guarding and patrolling physical property, orientation and monitoring of personnel involved with classified information, and investigation of accidents and criminal acts.


* Train/educate team members on current safety issues to ensure compliance with all Company loss control policies and current security and safety regulations.  Develop and conduct training for general managers, security officers, and line level colleagues in the area of safety, security and fire protection.


* Monitor the Workers Compensation claims/statistics and manage the Workers Compensation reduction program by implementing property specific procedures to reduce claims.


* Provide security services in a full-service, luxury resort, with multiple sites and facilities, and a large number of VIP and key guests. 


* Determine the security and safety requirements necessary to ensure that resort property, colleagues and guests are protected against theft, crime and threats on a 24 hour per day basis.

What We need from you:


* Minimum of four years of hotel or related safety and security experience and/or military/law enforcement experience.


* Working in a fast paced, luxury or ultra-luxury setting preferred.


* Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field.


* Knowledge of workers compensation and Osha preferred


* Flexible schedule, able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.


* Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally in English. 

What you can expect from us: 

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