Security Guard

Harvard Protection Services is one of the fastest-growing, privately owned providers of high-quality security services in the United States. Our reputation is built on responsiveness, engaged leadership, and personal care for every employee and client we serve. We support our employees, ensure they feel valued, and provide the resources they need to succeed.

About the role

Our Security Officers support Harvard Protection in delivering best-in-class security and life-safety services. Officers are responsible for providing professional, customer-focused security and life-safety services for the people and property they protect.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a professional demeanor, aiding customers, employees, visitors, and guests
• Maintain a visible presence in the assigned facility or building
• Monitor the environment to detect suspicious and unsafe activity
• Become familiar with incoming and outgoing traffic, customers, tenants, visitors, and guests
• Greet customers, visitors, staff, tenants, and guests in a professional manner
• Answer all phones professionally
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits
• Know and enforce facility/building policies and procedures within the limits of the position
• Perform required patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft and ensure authorized removal of property
• Follow established emergency action planning and procedures
• Monitor alarms and systems
• Prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities, as directed

The essential duties and responsibilities may differ by customer location assigned.

Requirements

• State or municipality-mandated security officer license
• Minimum High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Must have a security guard license or be able to obtain one within an acceptable period
• Reliable means of communication and transportation
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and a neat, professional appearance
• Ability to write routine correspondence, including log entries and incident reporting

Previous contract security, law enforcement, military, or customer service experience is helpful.

Benefits

• Health & welfare benefits
• Dental and vision coverage
• Sick leave
• Vacation
• 401K enrollment opportunities

Pay

$19.30 per hour

Schedule

Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM