Security-Patrol -36326

Harvard Protection Services, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

401K

Job summary

Harvard Maintenance seeks a Security – Patrol Officer to safeguard client property, personnel, and assets through regular patrols and vigilant monitoring. Responsibilities include enforcing access control, reporting incidents, and maintaining a welcoming environment across assigned zones.

The role requires vigilance, professional conduct, and strong situational awareness, with experience in security or related fields preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid state-issued security officer license or ability to obtain one within a designated time frame.
• Prior experience in security, military, or law enforcement preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Neat and professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to write incident reports and log entries with accuracy.
• Must have reliable transportation and communication device.
• Familiarity with emergency procedures and security monitoring systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible and professional security presence throughout assigned patrol areas.
• Conduct foot and/or vehicle patrols of interior and exterior premises.
• Monitor for and report suspicious activity, safety hazards, or violations of facility policies.
• Greet and assist employees, tenants, visitors, and guests in a courteous and professional manner.
• Enforce building access control policies and ensure only authorized personnel are admitted.
• Monitor security alarms and surveillance systems.
• Respond to emergency situations and implement appropriate action per established procedures.
• Document incidents, safety violations, or property damage in detailed written reports.
• Observe and manage delivery and removal of equipment or materials to prevent unauthorized access or theft.
• Support safety drills, evacuations, and emergency preparedness protocols as required.

Skills

Excellent communication

Written incident reports

Professional appearance

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Security monitoring systems

Job description

Position Objective

Are you ready to be part of something Extraordinary? Look no further than Harvard is the largest family-owned provider of premier commercial janitorial and professional security services in the United States. We believe in the power of our people. Here, every team member is valued, empowered, and trained to contribute their best. We foster an inclusive workplace culture where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters.

A day in the life:

The Security – Patrol Officer is responsible for safeguarding client property, personnel, and assets by performing regular patrols and monitoring for unsafe or suspicious activity. This role requires vigilance, professionalism, and strong situational awareness to maintain a secure and welcoming environment across designated patrol zones.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible and professional security presence throughout assigned patrol areas.
• Conduct foot and/or vehicle patrols of interior and exterior premises.
• Monitor for and report suspicious activity, safety hazards, or violations of facility policies.
• Greet and assist employees, tenants, visitors, and guests in a courteous and professional manner.
• Enforce building access control policies and ensure only authorized personnel are admitted.
• Monitor security alarms and surveillance systems.
• Respond to emergency situations and implement appropriate action per established procedures.
• Document incidents, safety violations, or property damage in detailed written reports.
• Observe and manage delivery and removal of equipment or materials to prevent unauthorized access or theft.
• Support safety drills, evacuations, and emergency preparedness protocols as required.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid state-issued security officer license or the ability to obtain one within a designated time frame.
• Prior experience in security, military, or law enforcement preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Neat and professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to write incident reports and log entries with accuracy.
• Must have reliable transportation and communication device.
• Familiarity with emergency procedures and security monitoring systems.

Compensation

Discover your potential with Harvard Maintenance.

Join our team of Extraordinary People committed to delivering Exceptional Service. Together, we’ll redefine industry standards and create a workplace where your talent thrives.

Harvard is offering a competitive salary structure including benefit package with medical, dental, life, and long-term disability (LTD) insurance along with 401K Savings Plan.

www.harvardmaint.com

An Equal Opportunity Employer — M/F/D/V

Salary & Wage Details

USD $18.30/Hr.

Schedule

On Call – Overnights, Morning, and Evening