Day Shift Security Officer - Growth & Benefits

Harvard Maintenance, Inc; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Protection Services is seeking a security officer in Jersey City to deliver professional, customer-focused security and life safety services. You will be responsible for maintaining a visible presence, greeting people, monitoring entrances, and enforcing site policies.

The role requires a valid security license or the ability to obtain one, a high school diploma or GED, reliable transportation, and strong communication skills. Monday–Friday 8am–4pm with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• State or municipality mandated security officer licenses.
• Minimum High School Diploma, GED or the equivalent.
• Must have a security guard license or be able to obtain one within an acceptable period.
• Must have reliable means of communication and transportation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional demeanor, aiding customers, employees, visitors, and guests.
• Maintain a visible presence in the facility / building assigned.
• Monitor the environment, with the ability to detect suspicious and unsafe activity.
• Greet customers, visitors, staff, tenants, guests in a professional manner always.
• Answer all phones in a professional manner.
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits.
• Know the facility / building policies and procedures; enforce them within the limits of the position.
• Perform required patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle.
• Observe departing personnel to protect against the theft of company property and ensure authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate customer requirements.
• Follow established emergency action planning and proceduresMonitor alarms and systems
• Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities, as directed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Professional appearance

Written reports

Security experience

Reliable transportation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Security license required

Job description

Harvard Protection Services is seeking a security officer in Jersey City to deliver professional, customer-focused security and life safety services. You will be responsible for maintaining a visible presence, greeting people, monitoring entrances, and enforcing site policies.

The role requires a valid security license or the ability to obtain one, a high school diploma or GED, reliable transportation, and strong communication skills. Monday–Friday 8am–4pm with comprehensive benefits.