Security Officer – Brand-Driven Safety & Service (Evenings M–F)

Harvard Protection Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Protection Services in New York seeks a professional Security Officer to deliver customer-focused security and life safety services for people and property we protect.

The role emphasizes a visible presence, incident reporting, and vigilant environment monitoring, with state or local licenses required. Candidates should have a high school diploma, reliable transport, strong communication, and prior contract security or police/military experience is helpful.

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.

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.
• Greet customers, visitors, staff, tenants, guests in a professional manner always.
• Answer all phones in a professional manner and monitor entrances and exits.
• Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities, as directed.

Skills

Security Guard License

Interpersonal communication

Log/report writing

Reliable transportation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Harvard Protection Services in New York seeks a professional Security Officer to deliver customer-focused security and life safety services for people and property we protect.

The role emphasizes a visible presence, incident reporting, and vigilant environment monitoring, with state or local licenses required. Candidates should have a high school diploma, reliable transport, strong communication, and prior contract security or police/military experience is helpful.