Security Guard (Driver's License Required)-39663

Harvard•Philadelphia, PA

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 officer maintains a visible presence, monitors the assigned environment for suspicious or unsafe activity, supports access control, conducts patrols, follows emergency procedures, and prepares reports. Duties may vary by customer location. This schedule is Monday through Friday, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. The position pays $15.00 per hour.

Requirements

Hold any security officer license mandated by the state or municipality.
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 experience in contract security, law enforcement, the military, or customer service.

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 people to enter the property and monitor entrances and exits.
Learn facility 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 property is removed only as authorized by customer requirements.
Follow established emergency action plans and procedures.
Monitor alarms and systems.
Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities as directed.