Guest-Focused Security Officer – Apartment Complex

Garda World Security; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

DailyPay option

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

GardaWorld Security Services is hiring for an Apartment Complex Security Officer in Philadelphia. You will patrol interiors and exteriors, monitor systems, and enforce access control while delivering hospitality-focused security.

The role emphasizes vigilance, professional presentation, and proactive loss prevention. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of security or related experience, strong reporting skills, and the ability to work shifts including evenings.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of professional security, military, or law enforcement experience.
• Experience in hospitality, entertainment, or retirement home venues preferred.
• Strong situational awareness and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough interior and exterior patrols to deter theft and unauthorized access.
• Monitor surveillance and site activity to address issues before escalation.
• Enforce site policies and access control with confidence and composure.
• Greet and verify guests, visitors, and vendors with a hospitality-first approach.
• Prepare detailed incident reports and daily activity logs with high documentation standards.
• Collaborate with site leadership to maintain a safe, welcoming environment.

Skills

Driver's license

Security experience

Situational awareness

Communication skills

Background check

Authorized to work in US

Job description

GardaWorld Security Services is hiring for an Apartment Complex Security Officer in Philadelphia. You will patrol interiors and exteriors, monitor systems, and enforce access control while delivering hospitality-focused security.

The role emphasizes vigilance, professional presentation, and proactive loss prevention. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of security or related experience, strong reporting skills, and the ability to work shifts including evenings.