Facility Security Specialist: Customer-Focused Protection

Harvard Protection Services; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Protection Services is seeking a Security Officer in New Jersey. Responsibilities include maintaining a professional demeanor, visible presence, monitoring for suspicious activity, greeting occupants, handling entrances, and following emergency procedures.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED and a valid security license, with strong communication and reporting skills. Open availability and reliable transportation are preferred.

Qualifications

• State or municipality mandated security officer licenses.
• High school diploma or GED or the equivalent.
• Must have or be able to obtain a security guard license.
• Reliable means of communication and transportation.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and neat and professional appearance.
• Write routine log entries and incident reporting.
• Experience in contract security, law enforcement, military, or customer service is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional demeanor and aid customers, employees, visitors, and guests.
• Maintain a visible presence in the facility assigned.
• Monitor the environment for suspicious and unsafe activity.
• Greet customers, visitors, staff, tenants, and guests in a professional manner.
• Answer phones professionally.
• Authorize entry and monitor entrances/exits.
• Follow facility policies and procedures.
• Perform required patrols on foot or by vehicle.
• Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Professional appearance

Log entry writing

Customer service

Incident reporting

Education

High School diploma or GED

Security officer license (state/local)

Job description

Harvard Protection Services is seeking a Security Officer in New Jersey. Responsibilities include maintaining a professional demeanor, visible presence, monitoring for suspicious activity, greeting occupants, handling entrances, and following emergency procedures.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED and a valid security license, with strong communication and reporting skills. Open availability and reliable transportation are preferred.