Director of Loss Prevention

About VAI Resort:

Opening in 2024, VAI Resort is a first-of-its-kind, 60-acre oasis of entertainment and luxurious fun that brings the beach to the heart of Arizona. With unmatched indulgences inspired by some of the world’s most exciting vacation spots including Dubai, Mykonos, Miami and Las Vegas, VAI Resort is the new benchmark in experiential hospitality. With over 1,100 luxury rooms & suites across four stunning towers curated by world-renowned artists and architects, the VAI experience includes a state-of-the-art live performance venue, 12 restaurants, 10 exclusive bar offerings, a two-story nightclub, a shopping corridor with high-end retail, the world’s first Mattel Adventure Park,™ and much more. Visit VAIResort.com.

The Role:

VAI Resort is seeking a highly experienced Director of Loss Prevention/Security for our resort. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing and implementing all security and loss prevention measures to ensure the safety and security of guests, employees, and property at all times.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of security personnel, ensuring their training and development to effectively carry out their duties.
• Develop and implement comprehensive security strategies and procedures to safeguard the resort's assets, guests, and employees.
• Oversees all loss prevention operations to include patrol process, emergency response, investigations for all guest and employee related incidents, shipping and receiving process, and electronic key system.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as hospitality, facilities, and HR, to ensure a holistic approach to security that aligns with overall resort operations.
• Partner with local law enforcement agencies and other security professionals, staying up to date on relevant laws and regulations, ensuring compliance at all times.
• Monitor and implement OSHA guidelines to prevent workplace accidents and injuries.
• Oversee Worker’s Compensation claims and cases.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of proven leadership experience within loss prevention, preferably in a luxury hospitality or resort environment.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing security strategies.
• Proficiency in security software and systems, including CCTV, access control, and alarm systems.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CPP, PSP, First Aid/CPR) preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• The ability to move around the resort and its various facilities to conduct site inspections, monitor security measures, and respond to incidents effectively.
• Capability to reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

Position Specifics:

• Onsite
• Salary, exempt management role
• Salary range: $75,000 - $150,000

Benefits:

VAI Resort recognizes the value of benefits to employees and their families. The company supports employees by offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits program including:

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Company paid life and LTD insurance. Supplemental plans such as group life insurance, critical illness, STD, AD&D and much more.
• Generous PTO for part-time and full-time employees including but not limited to vacation, sick, bereavement, and nine (9) holidays.
• Career growth and development
• 401(k)

• Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it. Duties and responsibilities may be subject to change.

VAI Resort is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.