Loading...

Please Note

  • An estimate based on public data for similar roles. Not provided by the employer.

Security Officer

Hawaii Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach Estimated salary: $24–$29 per hour, approximately $50,000–$60,000 annually before overtime
Role summary

Written by MyIslandJob from the job title and employer. See the employer's page for the full description.

The Security Officer helps protect guests, employees, property, and company assets at Sheraton Princess Kaiulani. Requirements typically include a high school diploma or equivalent, legal authorization to work in the United States, clear communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to remain calm during emergencies. Previous hotel, security, military, or customer-service experience is helpful. The role may require standing and walking for long periods, working outdoors, responding to incidents, completing reports, monitoring access and surveillance systems, and assisting with evacuations or medical situations. Candidates are expected to be professional, observant, discreet, physically capable, dependable, and willing to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overnight hours.

About the employer

Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, operating and franchising thousands of hotels and resorts across numerous brands. Its portfolio includes Sheraton, Marriott Hotels, Westin, The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, and many others. Sheraton Princess Kaiulani is a landmark Waikiki hotel located near Waikiki Beach in Honolulu, Oahu. The property serves leisure travelers, families, groups, and business guests, with accommodation, dining, events, and resort services. Marriott emphasizes guest service, inclusion, professional standards, safety, and career development. Employees commonly receive benefits that may include hotel discounts, health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and training, depending on employment status and applicable company or union arrangements.

What the job usually comes with in Hawaii

Usual for Hawaii, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.

HousingUsually not; rents very high
MealsStaff cafeteria at large resorts
FlightsNone (managers negotiate)
Service chargeF&B service charges go to staff unless guests are told otherwise (by law)
ContractAt will; union rules in Waikiki
LeaveNone by law; employer health insurance (by law)
Income taxFederal 10% to 37% plus state 1.4% to 11%

Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.

Can I work in Hawaii?

How it works: No ordinary visa for hotel jobs; a J-1 traineeship of up to 12 months is the realistic route.

Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.

Official source: USCIS: working in the United States. Checked November 2026.

Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.

More about working in Hawaii

Loading...