Evening Security Officer: Protect People & Property

Harvard Maintenance, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Protection Services is seeking a Security Officer in Manhattan, NY to provide professional customer-focused security and life safety services for people and property. The role requires a visible presence, vigilant monitoring, and courteous, responsive interactions with clients, tenants, and visitors.

Responsibilities include patrolling, monitoring entrances, enforcing policies, and reporting incidents.

Qualifications

• Must hold a state or municipal security officer license.
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a security guard license or be able to obtain one within a reasonable period.
• Must have reliable means of communication and transportation.
• Strong interpersonal communication and a neat, professional appearance.
• Ability to write routine correspondence including log entries and incident reports.
• Previous contract security, law enforcement, military, or customer service experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional demeanor when aiding customers, employees, visitors, and guests.
• Maintain a visible presence in the assigned facility or building.
• Monitor the environment and detect suspicious or unsafe activity.
• Familiarize with incoming/outgoing traffic, customers, tenants, and visitors.
• Greet people in a professional manner at all times.
• Answer phones professionally.
• Permit entry to authorized persons and monitor entrances/exits.
• Enforce facility policies within role limits.
• Conduct required patrols on foot or by vehicle.
• Observe departing personnel to protect company property and ensure authorized removal.
• Follow emergency action plans and procedures; monitor alarms.
• Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities.

Skills

Security license

Diploma

Reliable transport

Communication

Professional appearance

Incident reporting

Security/military experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Harvard Protection Services is seeking a Security Officer in Manhattan, NY to provide professional customer-focused security and life safety services for people and property. The role requires a visible presence, vigilant monitoring, and courteous, responsive interactions with clients, tenants, and visitors.

Responsibilities include patrolling, monitoring entrances, enforcing policies, and reporting incidents.