Security Guard-39878

Harvard Protection Services, LLC•New York, NY

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 high-quality security services and may vary according to the customer location assigned. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., at a rate of $20.44 per hour.

Requirements

Hold state- or municipality-mandated security officer licenses, as applicable.
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 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, including 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 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 protect against 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.