Loss Prevention Security Guard - 39918

Harvard Protection Services, LLC•Piscataway, NJ

About The Position

Harvard Protection Services is hiring a Loss Prevention Security Guard to maintain constant attention to surveillance monitors, support loss prevention, and follow established security procedures. The role requires strong observation, communication, and computer skills. The guard maintains a professional and visible presence, monitors activity and access, performs patrols, helps enforce facility policies, and follows emergency procedures. Duties may vary depending on the customer location assigned.

Requirements

Hold state- or municipality-mandated security officer licenses.
Have at least a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Have a security guard license or be able to obtain one within an acceptable period.
Have reliable means of communication and transportation.
Have strong interpersonal communication skills and a neat, professional appearance.
Be able to write routine correspondence, including log entries and incident reports.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in contract security, law enforcement, the military, or customer service.

Responsibilities

Maintain a professional demeanor while assisting customers, employees, visitors, and guests.
Maintain a visible presence in the assigned facility or building.
Monitor the environment and detect suspicious or unsafe activity.
Become familiar with incoming and outgoing traffic, including customers, tenants, visitors, and guests.
Greet customers, visitors, staff, tenants, and guests professionally.
Answer phones professionally.
Permit authorized persons to enter the property and monitor entrances and exits.
Learn and enforce facility or building policies and procedures within the limits of the position.
Perform required patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle.
Observe departing personnel to help prevent theft of company property and ensure property removal is authorized under customer requirements.
Follow established emergency action plans and procedures.
Monitor alarms and systems.
Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities as directed.