Assistant Director - Security Administration

Wynn Al Marjan Island

Job Purpose

The Assistant Director of Security Administration is accountable for developing, leading and regularly improving a comprehensive and compliant security administration program for Wynn Al Marjan Island (WAMI) in close coordination with internal and external partners. The position s mandate includes scheduling and administrative services, as well as access control system administration and the security and crisis management training program.

Essential Duties

Operations Leadership

• Effectively exercise independent decision making, as a subject matter expert under stress.
• Conduct benchmark studies to identify / adopt best practices for operational units under mandate.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of local regulations to ensure full operational compliance.
• Perform regular reviews of existing practices and conditions, identifying gaps against best practices.
• Research and recommend new technologies and systems to improve operational efficiency.
• Develop comprehensive policies and procedures for operations, and implementation processes.
• Establish strategic objectives and supporting key performance indicators for operations team.
• Design and implement supporting forms using modern methods to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Create manpower and equipment schedules that optimize performance and resource allocation.
• Develop code-compliant business proposals aligned with best practices and organizational goals.
• Prepare budget forecasts to support business proposals and operational planning.
• Submit purchase orders for necessary equipment, ensuring alignment with budget.
• Maintain strong relationships with government emergency services and regulatory authorities.
• Maintain an awareness of applicable regulation and ensure compliance.

Security Administration

• Supervise and administer staff development, training, and performance management.
• Manage Security Administration Team to ensure quality service and performance.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders across departments.
• Coordinate recruitment, selection, and training for security personnel.
• Monitor Security Department staffing and optimize manpower efficiency.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels for Security Operations.
• Track daily staffing and brief leadership on forecasts and needs.
• Mitigate staffing shortfalls for operational and budget efficiency.
• Conduct department meetings and attend hotel-required gatherings.
• Review and approve purchasing requests for security teams.
• Review incidents to assess procedures and training effectiveness.
• Lead administrative functions including program development and supervision.
• Oversee scheduling, certifications, and gear accountability for specialty teams.
• Manage training programs for new and existing security officers.
• Supervise Field Training Officers and evaluate their program efficacy.
• Update and enhance security operations and training curriculums.
• Organize and maintain security department policies and procedures.
• Coordinate department-wide training for policy updates.
• Train entry-level management for supervisory roles in operations.
• Supervise WE Lead leadership training and specialized HR programs.
• Analyze complex situations and prioritize actions for effective solutions.
• Facilitate Corporate Security presentations for new hire orientations.
• Analyze feedback from operations to complete After Action Reports.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Education

• Required: Bachelor's degree in related fields.

Experience

• Required: Minimum 3 years leadership experience in hospitality security.
• Preferred: Past work experience in the United Arab Emirates.

Skills / Knowledge

• Strong leadership, effective management and good communication skills.
• Self-starter possessing strong analytical, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Must be confident interacting with executive leaders.
• Strong program and project management skills.
• Detailed oriented and ability to deliver quality products on schedule.
• Strong presenter and public speaker.
• High proficiency with Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel, Power Point, and database programs.
• Able to work on shifts and be flexible regarding work schedules according to business demand.