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AT&T Hotel & Conference Center Security Guard - Loss Prevention Officer (PT) in Austin, Texas
Come join our team as our next Security Guard - Loss Prevention Officer at the AT&T Hotel and Conference Center, located in the heart of the UT campus! Hook'em!
*Ideal candidate has consistent AM & PM availability (swing-shift availability). Candidate must have Guard Card.
Principle Responsibilities & Position Purpose:
Perform protective and enforcement functions in a courteous and restrained manner in coping with emergencies, undesired conduct, disturbances and threats to life and property. Maintain a safe and secure environment for guests, visitors and team members.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Foot patrol of the interior and perimeter of the hotel to observe and identify potential security and safety risks or undesirable conditions. Evaluate situations and make logical decisions on how to proceed and direct work.
Maintain order in the hotel, dealing with the welfare of guests, assisting with door lock problems, coordinate expedient response to emergency conditions such as fire or safety hazards and threat to life and/or property in a calm, rational and persuasive manner. Handle undesired conduct, violations of hotel policy and civil laws as warranted for the security and safety of guests, employees, patrons and the property.
Greet all incoming associates and complete a temperature check. Ensure associates are reminded to complete their daily health screening form.
Answer security telephone calls and respond in a timely manner based on priority. Prepare schedules and relate relevant information on house count, conventions, arrivals and departures from each shift.
Memorize and monitor life safety system including accurate layout of entire building, locations of stand pipes, fire extinguishes, complete alarm reports and checks and report any pertinent information from each shift.
Observe monitors for any unusual activity and in the case of suspicious behavior report directly, via radio, to the supervisor on duty; report any alarms similarly.
Administer CPR and First Aid.
Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by Flik from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position.
Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel.
SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS
In addition to performance of the essential functions, this position may be required to perform a combination of the following supportive functions, with the percentage of time performing each function to be solely determined by management based upon the particular requirements of the company.
Provide accurate information to inquiries for directions and hours of operations.
Receive, record and secure found property. Research and respond to guests inquiries for lost property.
Assist guests with door lock and in room safe problems using moderately complex hand held electronic apparatus.
Escort guests and employees as required to parking lots.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
OTHER DUTIES
Assimilate into The AT&T Executive Education & Conference Center, the Family PLATINUM SERVICE culture through understanding, supporting and participating in all elements of PLATINUM SERVICE. Demonstrate working knowledge of the service standards.
Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by Flik from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Positions directly reporting to this position (titles):
None
SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Thorough knowledge of the floor plans and layout of the building(s), function rooms, and working knowledge of the City and surrounding area.
Ability to effectively deal with internal and external customers, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact and diplomacy to defuse anger and collect accurate information.
Ability to listen effectively, speak, read and write English clearly to ascertain and document important information
Ability to stand, walk and/or sit and continuously perform essential job functions for duration of shift.
Hearing and visual ability to observe ad detect signs of emergency situations
Perform tasks requiring bending, stooping, kneeling and walking significant distances between and within buildings on the property
Ability to follow written and or verbal instructions
Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry or otherwise move goods weighing up to 50 lbs. sufficient manual dexterity in hands.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders at a rapid pace.
Ability to perform duties within extreme temperature ranges.
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
EDUCATION
High School diploma required.
EXPERIENCE LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES
Prior laws enforcement, security or military experience.
GROOMING
All team members must maintain a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance (specific standards available).
OTHER
Additional language ability preferred.
*TO BE OFFICIALLY CONSIDERED, APPLY DIRECTLY WITH COMPASS CAREERS (copy/paste link): https://jobs.compassgroupcareers.com/job-invite/1367526/
The Benefits working at AT&T Hotel and Conference Center and FLIK/Compass:
Paid Vacation Days (after 90 days of employment)
Annual Merit Increases
11 Paid Holidays (after 90 days of employment)
Ride the Bus for Free
Free Daily Shift Meals- yum!
Lockers & Locker Rooms with Showers
Discounted Monthly UT Garage Parking
Discount Gift Shop offerings
Referral Bonus $
We are owned by UT Austin and managed by Compass Group North America, a diversity growth-oriented organization. Our goal is to improve the quality of work life by using fair and consistent treatment and providing equal growth opportunities for ALL associates. EOE & AA Employer M/F/D/V.
AT&T Hotel and Conference Center participates in E-Verify. Applicants must have valid and legal work authorization in the United States.
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