Security Officer — Flexible Shifts & Benefits

Harvard Protection Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare

Dental

Vision

Sick leave

Vacation

401K enrollment

Job summary

Harvard Protection Services is seeking Security Officers to provide professional, customer-focused security and life safety services for people and property they protect. Officers will maintain a visible presence, greet visitors, monitor environments, and respond to incidents in a timely, courteous manner.

Candidates must hold a state security officer license, have a high school diploma or GED, and be able to obtain a license if needed.

Qualifications

• Must have state/municipality security officer licenses.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must have a security guard license or be able to obtain one within a reasonable period.
• Must have reliable means of communication and transportation.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and neat, professional appearance.
• Previous contract security, law enforcement, military, or customer service experience helpful.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional demeanor and assist customers, employees, visitors, and guests.
• Maintain a visible presence in the facility.
• Monitor the environment and detect suspicious or unsafe activity.
• Know the facility, customers, tenants, visitors, and guests.
• Greet people professionally and answer phones.
• Control access and monitor entrances/exits.
• Enforce facility policies within role limits.
• Perform security patrols on foot or in vehicle.
• Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities.

Skills

Security licensure

High school diploma

Reliable transportation

Strong communication

Report writing

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Harvard Protection Services is seeking Security Officers to provide professional, customer-focused security and life safety services for people and property they protect. Officers will maintain a visible presence, greet visitors, monitor environments, and respond to incidents in a timely, courteous manner.

Candidates must hold a state security officer license, have a high school diploma or GED, and be able to obtain a license if needed.