Security Officer - Day Shift, Customer-Focused with Benefits

Harvard Maintenance, Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Protection Services is seeking a Security Officer for a full-time position at our US-NY-Manhattan location. The officer will provide professional customer-focused security and life safety services for people and property, maintaining a visible presence and responding to incidents.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and a security guard license (or ability to obtain one). The role emphasizes excellent communication, professional appearance, and reliability, with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Must hold a security guard license or obtain one within an approved period.
• Reliable means of communication and transportation required.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and a neat, professional appearance.
• Experience in contract security, law enforcement, military or customer service is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional demeanor and assist customers, employees, visitors, and guests.
• Maintain a visible presence in the assigned facility.
• Monitor the environment and detect suspicious or unsafe activity.
• Greet and assist customers, visitors, staff, tenants, and guests in a professional manner.
• Answer phones professionally and manage access control at entrances and exits.
• Enforce facility policies within position limits and conduct required patrols.
• Document incidents and prepare reports as directed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Professional appearance

Written reports

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Security guard license

Job description

Harvard Protection Services is seeking a Security Officer for a full-time position at our US-NY-Manhattan location. The officer will provide professional customer-focused security and life safety services for people and property, maintaining a visible presence and responding to incidents.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and a security guard license (or ability to obtain one). The role emphasizes excellent communication, professional appearance, and reliability, with