Security Officer: Customer-Focused, Full-Time (Benefits)

Harvard Maintenance, Inc.; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare

Dental

Vision

Sick leave

Vacation

401K enrollment

Job summary

Harvard Protection Services is hiring Security Officers to provide professional, customer-focused security and life safety services at the Elk Grove Village location. Officers will maintain a visible presence, greet visitors, monitor entrances, and respond to incidents with professional reporting.

Required licenses include state security licenses and a PERC Card, plus a 20-hour training certificate. Excellent communication and a neat appearance are essential, with health benefits and retirement

Qualifications

• Security officer licenses required by state or municipality.
• PERC Card required.
• 20 Hour Security Training Certificate.
• Must have reliable means of communication and transportation.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and a neat, professional appearance.
• Write routine correspondence, including log entries and incident reports.
• Experience in contract security, law enforcement, or military is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional demeanor and assist customers, employees, visitors, and guests.
• Maintain a visible presence in the assigned facility.
• Monitor environment for suspicious or unsafe activity.
• Familiarize yourself with entry/exit points and know customers and tenants.
• Greet and assist people in a courteous manner at all times.
• Answer phones professionally.
• Permit authorized entry and monitor entrances/exits.
• Enforce site policies and procedures within role limits.
• Conduct patrols on foot or in vehicle.
• Observe departures to protect property and ensure proper removal of items.
• Follow emergency action plans and procedures.
• Monitor alarms and security systems.
• Prepare incident reports as directed.

Skills

Security license

PERC Card

20-hour training

Reliable transportation

Interpersonal skills

Incident reporting

Job description

Harvard Protection Services is hiring Security Officers to provide professional, customer-focused security and life safety services at the Elk Grove Village location. Officers will maintain a visible presence, greet visitors, monitor entrances, and respond to incidents with professional reporting.

Required licenses include state security licenses and a PERC Card, plus a 20-hour training certificate. Excellent communication and a neat appearance are essential, with health benefits and retirement