Security Guard - 39888

Harvard•Florence, NJ

About The Position

Harvard Protection Services is hiring a Security Guard to provide professional, customer-focused security and life-safety services for the people and property they protect. The role supports the company’s commitment to a safe and secure environment, with duties that may vary by customer location. The Security Guard maintains a visible presence, monitors the facility for suspicious or unsafe activity, controls access, conducts patrols, follows emergency procedures, monitors alarms and systems, and prepares reports. The officer also provides professional assistance and communication to customers, employees, visitors, tenants, and guests. The position pays $20.00 per hour. The stated schedule is Monday through Thursday, 4:15 p.m.–12:15 a.m., and Sunday, 8:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.

Requirements

Meet state- or municipality-mandated security officer licensing requirements.
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 contract security, law enforcement, military, or customer service experience.

Responsibilities

Maintain a professional demeanor and assist 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 or building policies and procedures and enforce them within the limits of the position.
Conduct required patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle.
Observe departing personnel to help prevent theft of company property and ensure authorized removal follows customer requirements.
Follow established emergency action plans and procedures.
Monitor alarms and systems.
Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities as directed.