Security Officer - People-First, Life-Safety

Harvard Protection Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; 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. Officers will maintain a professional demeanor, greet customers, monitor activity, and enforce facility policies.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a security guard license (or ability to obtain one), reliable transportation, and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must have a security guard license or be able to obtain one.
• Must have reliable means of communication and transportation.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and neat, professional appearance.
• Experience in contract security, law enforcement, military, or customer service is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professional demeanor and assist customers, employees, and guests.
• Maintain a visible security presence in the assigned facility.
• Monitor environment and detect suspicious/unsafe activity.
• Know facility policies and enforce them within role limits.
• Perform patrols by foot or vehicle as required.
• Prepare incident/accident reports as directed.

Skills

Customer service

Observation skills

Communication skills

Report writing

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. Officers will maintain a professional demeanor, greet customers, monitor activity, and enforce facility policies.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a security guard license (or ability to obtain one), reliable transportation, and strong interpersonal skills.