Unarmed Security Agent

Jobtailor; New Jersey; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a vigilant Security Guard to maintain a safe environment in Manhattan, NY. You will conduct proactive foot patrols, deter incidents, and ensure access control for client properties, while upholding professional standards and courteous service.

Responsibilities include responding to alarms, documenting incidents, and assisting staff and visitors with professionalism. Flexible scheduling, including nights and holidays, is required.

Qualifications

• Valid New York State Security Guard License.
• Ability to work assignments throughout Manhattan.
• Ability to stand, walk, and work outdoors for extended periods in all weather conditions.
• Excellent observation, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Professional appearance with a strong customer service mindset.
• Proven reliability and strong work ethic.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to successfully complete all required screenings and pre-employment training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive foot patrols to maintain a safe and secure environment
• Maintain a highly visible security presence
• Monitor and control access to client properties
• Identify, assess, and respond appropriately to suspicious activity
• Enforce site policies and security procedures
• Respond professionally to alarms, emergencies, and critical incidents
• Assist employees, visitors, and clients with professionalism and courtesy
• Prepare accurate, detailed, and timely incident reports

Skills

Excellent Observation Skills

Professionalism

Strong Work Ethic

Reliability

Communication Skills

Customer Service Mindset

Conflict Resolution Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Incident Reporting

Access Control

Emergency Response

Policy Enforcement

Surveillance Monitoring

Job description

• Conduct proactive foot patrols to maintain a safe and secure environment
• Maintain a highly visible security presence
• Monitor and control access to client properties
• Identify, assess, and respond appropriately to suspicious activity
• Enforce site policies and security procedures
• Respond professionally to alarms, emergencies, and critical incidents
• Assist employees, visitors, and clients with professionalism and courtesy
• Prepare accurate, detailed, and timely incident reports

Requirements

• Valid New York State Security Guard License
• Ability to work assignments throughout Manhattan
• Ability to stand, walk, and work outdoors for extended periods in all weather conditions
• Excellent observation, communication, and conflict resolution skills
• Professional appearance with a strong customer service mindset
• Proven reliability and strong work ethic
• High School Diploma or GED
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to successfully complete all required screenings and pre-employment training

Core Competencies

Demonstrates a strong commitment to safety and security through proactive monitoring and enforcement of policies. Exhibits excellent communication and conflict resolution skills while maintaining a professional demeanor in high-pressure situations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Valid New York State Security Guard License
• Proactive Foot Patrols
• Incident Reporting
• Customer Service Mindset
• Conflict Resolution Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Incident Reporting
• Access Control
• Emergency Response
• Policy Enforcement
• Surveillance Monitoring

Soft Skills

• Excellent Observation Skills
• Professionalism
• Strong Work Ethic
• Reliability
• Communication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

• New York State Security Guard License

Industry Keywords

• Security Procedures
• Safety Environment
• Client Properties
• Suspicious Activity
• Flexible Availability