Security Guard - 39927

Harvard•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

Harvard Protection Services Security Officers provide professional, customer-focused security and life safety services for the people and property they protect. Officers maintain a visible presence, help customers and visitors, monitor for suspicious or unsafe activity, and follow facility policies and 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.
Maintain a neat and professional appearance.

Nice To Haves

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

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 and recognize 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 facility policies and procedures and enforce them 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 is removed only as 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.