Security Guard (Driver's License Required)-39663

Harvard Protection Services, LLC•Philadelphia, PA

7d•$15

About The Position

Harvard Protection Services is hiring a Security Guard to provide professional, customer-focused security and life safety services for people and property. The role supports the company’s goal of delivering best-in-class security services and requires a professional, attentive presence at the assigned facility or building. Duties may vary depending on the customer location. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. Compensation is listed as 15, with competitive hourly pay and opportunities to enroll in health and welfare, dental, vision, sick leave, vacation, and 401(k) benefits.

Requirements

State- or municipality-mandated security officer licenses.
At least a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Must have a security guard license or be able to obtain one within an acceptable period.
Reliable means of communication and transportation.
Strong interpersonal communication skills.
Neat and professional appearance.
Ability 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 and recognize customers, tenants, visitors, and guests.
Greet customers, visitors, staff, tenants, and guests professionally.
Answer phones professionally.
Permit authorized people 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 removals are 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.