Manager, Safety and Security

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.         

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

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Manager, Safety & Security

Four Seasons Hotel Seattle

The Safety and Security Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing the company's safety and security policies and programs. This role involves ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, conducting risk assessments, training staff, and responding to emergencies. This position reports to the Director, Safety & Security.

Key Responsibilities:

• Policy Development and Implementation:
  • Research and comprehend corporate level safety and security policies, procedures, and programs        
  • Develop and implement local safety and security policies, procedures, and programs.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Risk Management
  • Conduct regular risk assessments and audits of facilities.
  • Identify potential security threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Implement measures to mitigate identified risks.
• Emergency Response:
  • Maintain emergency response plans.
  • Lead the response to security incidents and emergencies.
  • Conduct drills and training sessions for staff on emergency procedures.
• Training and Education:
  • Maintain a cohesive and effective new hire safety and security program
  • Maintain a proactive enduring training program for the safety and security management program
  • Provide safety and security training for employees.
  • Educate staff on best practices and compliance requirements.
  • Hold monthly safety committee meetings
• Surveillance and Monitoring:
  • Monitor security systems and respond to alarms and incidents.
• Incident Investigation:
  • Investigate security breaches, accidents, and other incidents.
  • Prepare reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaboration and Communication:
  • Liaise with law enforcement, emergency responders, and other external agencies.
  • Communicate safety and security updates and policies to employees.
  • Communicate safety and security updates and program to executive leadership.
• Record Keeping:
  • Maintain accurate records of safety and security incidents, training, and inspections.
  • Prepare reports for management and regulatory agencies.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in Occupational Health and Safety, Security Management, Criminal Justice, or a related field, preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a safety and security role, with at least 2 years in a managerial position
• Certifications:
  • Relevant certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Protection Professional (CPP), OSHA 10, OSHA 30, or similar.
• Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of safety and security regulations and best practices.
  • Excellent risk assessment and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient in the use of security and surveillance technology.
  • Strong leadership and team management abilities.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Working Conditions:
  • May be required to work outside regular business hours, including nights and weekends.
  • Must be available for on-call emergency response.
  • May be required to work outdoors for extended periods.
  • May be required to respond to hostile and unsafe environments.
  • May be required to be exposed to blood borne pathogens and other infectious materials.

Benefits Include: 

• Compensation: $81,000 - $83,500 annual salary
• 13 Days Paid Time Off + 10 Paid Holidays/year 
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance   
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan, plus Employer Match Program   
• Complimentary Room Nights and Discounted Rates    
• Complimentary Meals in our Employee Cafeteria 
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning of Business Attire
• Employee Assistance Program   
• Investment in your Wellbeing   
• Paid Parental Leave & Short-Term Disability 
• Life Insurance   
• Bereavement & Jury Duty Pay 
• FMLA & WA State Leave 
• Personal, Medical, & Military Leave options 
• Tuition reimbursement   
• Training Programs; Growth & Development Opportunities  

Learn more about our property and what it is like to work at Four Seasons by visiting: http://www.fourseasons.com/seattle 

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