Security Guard

Philadelphia Technician Training Institute; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Philadelphia Technician Training Institute in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a dependable Security Guard to maintain a safe campus for students, staff, and visitors. The role involves monitoring activity, controlling access, and responding to incidents.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, sound judgment, and the ability to stay calm in emergencies while enforcing safety protocols and reporting incidents.

Qualifications

• Experience in security or campus safety preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication, observation, and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to stay calm and exercise sound judgment during emergencies or challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor campus entrances, exits, parking areas, and surrounding grounds.
• Greet students, staff, visitors, and vendors at front desk, managing access.
• Verify visitor IDs, maintain sign-in records, and direct individuals to departments.
• Monitor surveillance cameras and patrol classrooms, common areas, and property.
• Identify and report suspicious activity, safety hazards, and threats.
• Respond to disturbances and emergencies using conflict resolution techniques.
• Enforce safety policies, conduct expectations, and campus procedures.
• Assist with evacuations, drills, and incident response.
• Prepare incident reports and maintain security logs.

Skills

Communication

Observation

Conflict resolution

De-escalation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Surveillance systems

Job description

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Security Guard

Philadelphia, PA, US

Salary Range: $18.00 To $20.00 Hourly

Philadelphia Technician Training Institute (PTTI) is seeking a dependable, professional, and observant Security Guard to maintain a safe and secure environment for students, employees, and visitors. The Security Guard will be responsible for monitoring campus activities, controlling building access, responding to incidents, and enforcing institutional safety and security procedures. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to handle challenging situations calmly and professionally.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Monitor and secure school entrances, exits, parking areas, and surrounding grounds to maintain campus safety.

Greet students, staff, visitors, and vendors professionally while managing front desk security and visitor access.

Verify visitor identification, maintain sign-in records, and direct individuals to appropriate departments.

Monitor surveillance cameras and conduct routine patrols of classrooms, common areas, and school property.

Identify and report suspicious activity, unauthorized individuals, safety hazards, and potential security threats.

Respond promptly to disturbances, student altercations, and emergencies using appropriate conflict resolution and de‑escalation techniques.

Enforce school safety policies, student conduct expectations, visitor procedures, and campus security protocols.

Assist with emergency evacuations, fire drills, lockdowns, and other campus safety procedures.

Contact emergency services or law enforcement when necessary and assist with incident response.

Receive and secure deliveries, packages, and incoming materials, notifying appropriate departments.

Prepare accurate incident reports, maintain security logs, and communicate concerns to school administration.

Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and a visible security presence throughout the campus.

Perform other security-related duties as assigned to support PTTI's daily operations.

Qualifications & Requirements

Previous experience in security, campus safety, law enforcement, or a related field preferred.

High school diploma or GED required.

Strong communication, observation, conflict resolution, and de-escalation skills.

Ability to remain calm and exercise sound judgment during emergencies or challenging situations.

Ability to stand, walk, and patrol campus facilities for extended periods.

Basic computer skills and ability to monitor surveillance systems and prepare incident reports.

Knowledge of emergency response procedures, workplace safety, and security protocols preferred.

Ability to interact professionally with students, staff, and visitors from diverse backgrounds.

Must be dependable, punctual, attentive, and able to maintain confidentiality.

Must be able to meet applicable background screening and security-related legal requirements.

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.