Fri-Sat Part-Time Security Officer – License Required

Harvard Protection Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Harvard Protection Services is seeking a part-time Security Guard in Philadelphia, PA (Driver's License Required). The role supports customer-focused security services for people and property, with duties including patrolling, access control, and incident reporting.

Must have a valid security guard license or be able to obtain one; a high school diploma or GED is required. Schedule is Fri-Sat 2pm-10pm; hourly pay starts at USD 15.00 with full benefits eligibility.

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.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and neat and professional appearance.
• Write routine correspondence, to include log entries and incident reporting.
• Previous contract security, law enforcement, military, customer service experience helpful.

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.
• Become familiar with incoming/outgoing traffic, know the customers, tenants, visitors, and guests.
• Greet customers, visitors, staff, tenants, guests in a professional manner.
• 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 theft and ensure authorized removal.
• Follow established emergency action planning and procedures.
• Monitor alarms and systems.
• Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities.

Skills

Licenses

Interpersonal communication

Documentation

Reliability

Security experience helpful

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Harvard Protection Services is seeking a part-time Security Guard in Philadelphia, PA (Driver's License Required). The role supports customer-focused security services for people and property, with duties including patrolling, access control, and incident reporting.

Must have a valid security guard license or be able to obtain one; a high school diploma or GED is required. Schedule is Fri-Sat 2pm-10pm; hourly pay starts at USD 15.00 with full benefits eligibility.