posted August 28, 2025

Loss & Prevention Security Officer – Parking Lot

Compensation: $24.00 per hour

Job Description

Job Description

Overnight Security Officer 

Department: A&G

Reports To: Director of Security

Northwood Overview

An enterprising organization managing hospitality assets that deliver unique, carefully curated guest experiences. We understand that our people are the hallmark of our success, managing and operating a portfolio of leading hotel assets ranging from select service to lifestyle independent hotels. Our people are the most important assets. We are committed to developing talent and building high performance leadership teams. We understand that the sum of our collective talents and efforts helps us achieve greater results and thrive.

Description:

- The primary responsibility of the Parking Lot Security Officer is to ensure the safety and security of our guests, team members, and property. This includes patrolling the premises, responding to emergencies, and enforcing hotel policies and procedures.

- Access Control: Control access and monitor entry and exit points. Team member will monitor the parking lot for the duration of the shift to identify and deter potential threats.

- Security Patrols: Conduct regular patrols of the hotel property, outdoors, to identify and deter potential threats

 - Greet vehicles and people as they enter the parking lot (by confirming that they are guests staying at the hotel)

- Remain visible during this time, watching for parking lot activity

- Ensure that the designated second entrance is coned off during the shift (setting up provided cones, signage) and taken down at the end of shift

- Emergency Response: Respond promptly to emergencies, such as fires, medical incidents, or security breaches, and take appropriate action.

- Loss Prevention: Implement loss prevention measures to safeguard hotel property

- Incident Reporting: Document all incidents and suspicious activity in detailed reports

- Communicate with hotel team on duty and Loss Prevention team member on duty

- Will report to the Director of Security and General Manager

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be added at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid security guard license (if required by local regulations)

Prior experience in security or law enforcement preferred

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical fitness to perform patrol duties

Willingness to work flexible shifts, including nights and weekends

EEO and ADA Statements

The Ballantyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive culture. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.