Security Officer: Frontline Safety, Assistance & Presence

Harvard Maintenance, Inc; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Protection Services in Jersey City, NJ, seeks a Security Officer to provide professional customer-focused security and life safety services for people and property.

You will maintain a professional demeanor, monitor the facility, greet visitors, answer phones, patrol, and follow emergency procedures; prior security experience helpful.

The role pays an hourly rate of $16.50 and requires a valid security license or ability to obtain one; a High School Diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• State or municipality mandated security officer licenses.
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Must have reliable means of communication and transportation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional demeanor, aiding customers, employees, visitors, and guests.
• Maintain a visible presence in the facility / building assigned.
• Monitor the environment, detect suspicious and unsafe activity.
• Greet customers, visitors, staff, tenants, guests in a professional manner.
• Answer all phones in a professional manner.
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances/exits.
• Know and enforce facility policies within position limits.
• Perform patrols on foot or in vehicle.
• Observe departures to prevent theft and ensure proper removal of property.
• Follow emergency action plans and procedures.
• Monitor alarms and systems.
• Prepare reports on accidents, incidents and suspicious activities.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Licensing knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Harvard Protection Services in Jersey City, NJ, seeks a Security Officer to provide professional customer-focused security and life safety services for people and property.

You will maintain a professional demeanor, monitor the facility, greet visitors, answer phones, patrol, and follow emergency procedures; prior security experience helpful.

The role pays an hourly rate of $16.50 and requires a valid security license or ability to obtain one; a High School Diploma or GED is required.