Night Security Guard: Proactive Patrol & Guest Support

Harvard Protection Services; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Protection Services in New Jersey seeks a vigilant security officer to monitor surveillance, deter loss, and follow established procedures. The role requires strong observation, clear communication, and solid computer skills.

Responsibilities include greeting visitors, controlling access, patrolling on foot or by vehicle, documenting incidents, and maintaining professional conduct. A valid security license and a High School diploma are required; willingness to obtain licensure if needed.

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.
• Previous contract security, law enforcement, military, customer service experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional demeanor while 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 and outgoing traffic, know the customers, tenants, visitors, and guests.
• 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 procedures.
• Monitor alarms and systems.
• Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities, as directed.

Skills

Observation

Communication

Computer skills

Patrols

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Security license

Job description

Harvard Protection Services in New Jersey seeks a vigilant security officer to monitor surveillance, deter loss, and follow established procedures. The role requires strong observation, clear communication, and solid computer skills.

Responsibilities include greeting visitors, controlling access, patrolling on foot or by vehicle, documenting incidents, and maintaining professional conduct. A valid security license and a High School diploma are required; willingness to obtain licensure if needed.