Job Description
Job Description
HSS is the largest staffing agency focused on hospitality staffing. We work every day to match people looking for work with: Hotels, Resorts, Banquet Halls, Colleges & Universities, Event Spaces, Medical Facilities, and more.
Responsibilities Include:
• Observe and report safety concerns, security breaches and unusual circumstances
while performing self-inspections of secure facilities, evaluate findings and take
corrective action. As an SPO you are expected to deter, detect, and prevent
incidents in a professional manner. You must preserve order and act to enforce
policies and procedures. Hourly building patrols using an automated patrol tracking
system will be required which includes walking on uneven surfaces and climbing of
stairs. (50%)
• Respond to calls for emergency matters. Perform rescue functions involving
accidents, emergencies and disasters. During high stress situations you are to
maintain poise during crisis situations and handle them calmly and efficiently. You
may have to assume an initial command post; may be required to act as on-scene
commander until such time a higher-ranking official arrives on scene. You are
expected to stay over to help the Security team during times of emergencies and
staff shortages until properly relieved by your Supervisor. (20%)
• Operate and monitor security screening systems to ensure all individuals entering
designated areas are screened appropriately. Maintain a professional and courteous
demeanor while conducting screenings, ensuring safety and compliance without
disrupting visitor experience. Perform secondary screening if alerts are triggered and
coordinate with supervisors for incident escalation as needed. Maintain screening
equipment responsibly and report malfunctions or irregularities promptly. (30%)
Minimum Education Required
- High School Diploma.
Minimum Years and Type of Experience
- Must have a minimum of 2 years of physical security experience. Military, Law
- Enforcement, and security experience (particularly in high-traffic public venues or
- screening environments) are preferred.
- Necessary Knowledge and Skills
• Certifications and Experience: Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to
be commissioned as an Unarmed Special Police Officer by the District of Columbia
within 1 month of hire. Prior experience with access building control systems and
familiarity with walkthrough metal detectors, handheld wands, or other screening
technologies are preferred.
• Situational Awareness: Must be keenly alert at all times to see, hear, and smell in
order to respond to alarms and detect emergency situations, alerting all employees
and other team members to possible threats or situations requiring immediate
attention.
• Physical Demands: Must be able to perform essential functions of the position,
which may include long periods of sitting, walking, standing, and climbing stairs.
Must be able to stand for extended periods, especially during screening operations.
• Professional and Interpersonal Skills: Possess excellent and effective written,
oral, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to deal with all levels of
personnel and the general public.
• Conduct and Character: Must demonstrate integrity and ethical behavior, acting
with honesty in all situations. This role requires being self-motivated and having the
ability to take ownership of one’s duties.
• Teamwork: The ability to be a team player is a must, respecting teamwork dynamics
and collaborating effectively with colleagues. A strong attention to detail is required
for accurate reporting and observation
Compensation
The pay range for this position is $20-$21 per hour. This range represents the minimum and maximum pay that Hospitality Staffing Solutions reasonably and in good faith believes it will pay for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits
This is a Direct Hire position with our client. The offer includes:
Our client offers medical, dental and vision insurance for their employees.
In addition to disability, life, critical illness, and accident insurance.
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
- Parental Leave, Tuition Assistance Program and Professional Development opportunities
- Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance
- 401K plan with a 50% match up to the first 8%
- Paid Time off 15 days 1st year, including 10 sick days, 12 paid holiday and a Closure between 12/25-1/01
Hospitality Staffing Solutions (HSS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications—without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Company DescriptionA nationwide company that specializes in staffing for the hospitality industry since 1990. Today, Hospitality Staffing is recognized as the industry leader. Our commitment to hospitality staffing has earned the trust and respect of the best hotel brands in the business, including four and five-diamond properties. We attribute this, in part, to the fact that each member of our management team has worked in and around the hotel industry. They understand the pressure to provide superior service while cutting costs and work daily to deliver just such a solution.
Recruiting superior talent is equally responsible for our success. Grassroots recruiting allows us to carefully screen for the proper attitude, skill sets, and work ethic. Clients and guests note our diligence and care.
All personnel are Hospitality Staffing employees, so we have a different relationship with them. We offer entry-level positions with the opportunity to advance into supervisory or managerial roles, but we expect professional and ethical
Company Description
A nationwide company that specializes in staffing for the hospitality industry since 1990. Today, Hospitality Staffing is recognized as the industry leader. Our commitment to hospitality staffing has earned the trust and respect of the best hotel brands in the business, including four and five-diamond properties. We attribute this, in part, to the fact that each member of our management team has worked in and around the hotel industry. They understand the pressure to provide superior service while cutting costs and work daily to deliver just such a solution.\r\n\r\nRecruiting superior talent is equally responsible for our success. Grassroots recruiting allows us to carefully screen for the proper attitude, skill sets, and work ethic. Clients and guests note our diligence and care.\r\n\r\nAll personnel are Hospitality Staffing employees, so we have a different relationship with them. We offer entry-level positions with the opportunity to advance into supervisory or managerial roles, but we expect professional and ethical