Founded in 1988, Highgate Hotels is a privately-held hotel management company with national and international investments with headquarters in Dallas, TX. ; New York, NY; Vancouver, Canada and London, England.  The company's is one of the industry's leaders in the management and marketing of a high-quality, dynamic portfolio which includes illustrious hotel brands throughout the United States, Canada and Europe such as Hilton, Westin, Hyatt, Sheraton, Doubletree, Embassy Suites, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn, Radisson, and Marriott. In addition, Highgate Hotels owns and/or manages a number of distinguished independent hotels including the notable Park Central in New York and the renowned Parc 55 in San Francisco. The company's current portfolio includes over 40 hotels globally, totaling more than 19,000 rooms, each designed to offer unique experiences for astute travelers.
   
Highgate Hotels is a fully integrated hotel company made up of over 10,000 associates worldwide with a corporate staff of over 75 associates in the areas of Operations, Human Resources, Sales, Marketing, Revenue Management, Design & Construction, Acquisitions & Development, Finance, Accounting, Tax, and Legal.

The Milford is undergoing one of New York City's most
amazing transformations. Upon completion our $140
million renovation, this iconic hotel will offer 1, 331
newly designed guest rooms, and a totally refurbished
lobby and common areas, all with an "Urban Chic" Vibe.
Be part of the team that transitions The Milford into
the world's largest life-style hotel!

The primary purpose of this position is: to direct and
oversee the daily functions of the Security Department
while conducting security, safety, risk management and
enforcement duties in a courteous manner, such as
handling emergencies, incidents, threats and violations
to life and property, in order to maintain a safe and
secure environment. Provide the safety and security for
all guests and team members by ensuring that the
premises are maintained in accordance with all laws,
regulations, and codes pertaining to safety and
security.

Essential Functions

Direct the Safety and Security department ensuring
policies and procedures are followed, oversee all
reports and follow up of incidents, coordinate and
direct the Safety Committee, and implement new training
procedures.

Administer the hiring, training, reviewing, and employee
performance of the security staff. Assign duties and
schedules for Security Managers.

Update Emergency Manual as required. Distribute
emergency contact list as required.

Coordinate and train hotel personnel on the Emergency
Manual semi annually. Participate in the safety portion
during hire orientation.

Review all incident reports of property losses, fire,
accidents, and reports of unusual occurrences to ensure
complete investigation and follow up.

Conduct fire safety inspections to ensure compliance
with the law and corporate policy.

Educate staff on the Hazardous Chemical Program (OSHA)
and other related safety programs.

Supervise the conducting of fire drills, train employees
in fire evacuation procedures and ensure that sufficient
qualified personnel are available to perform the duties
of Fire Safety Director.

Oversee activities of Saflok to ensure proper access and
control.

Coordinate and monitor the efficiency of safety and
security related programs.

Develop and direct the Safety Committee, ensuring
training standards are conducted and implemented.
Coordinate a safety incentive program to generate safety
awareness for employees.