Security Guard - 39775

Harvard Protection Services, LLC•East Rutherford, NJ

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About The Position

Harvard Protection Services is hiring a Security Guard for a Class A commercial building that requires high standards of professionalism, appearance, and conduct. The role provides superior customer service by greeting visitors and managing access control. Guards maintain a visible presence, monitor the facility for suspicious or unsafe activity, and help maintain a safe and secure environment. Duties may differ depending on the customer location assigned. Harvard Protection Services describes itself as a privately owned provider of security services that supports its employees with resources and engaged leadership. Its stated values include People First, Safety, Teamwork, Client Focus, and Accountability.

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 is helpful.

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.
Allow 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.
Conduct required patrols of designated areas on foot or in a vehicle.
Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure authorized property removal meets customer requirements.
Follow established emergency action plans and procedures.
Monitor alarms and systems.
Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities as directed.