Security Guard

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Harvard Protection Services is one of the fastest growing, privately owned provider of high-quality security services in the United States. We are an industry leader and are well known for our innovative thinking and entrepreneurial spirit. Our People are at the center of our Core Values and as a family organization, “we promote respect and embraces diversity.”

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

• Maintain a professional demeanor while aiding customers, employees, visitors, and guests
• Maintain a visible presence in the facility/building assigned
• Monitor the environment to detect suspicious and unsafe activity
• Become familiar with incoming and outgoing traffic, knowing the customers, tenants, visitors, and guests
• Greet customers, visitors, staff, tenants, and guests in a professional manner at all times
• Answer all phone calls in a professional manner
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits
• Know the facility/building policies and procedures and enforce them within the limits of the position
• Perform required patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure authorized removal of property is conducted according to customer requirements
• Follow established emergency action plans 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.

• 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
• Must have 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 helpful

Competitive hourly pay rate of $18.50 with health & welfare, dental, vision, sick leave, vacation, and 401(k) enrollment benefit opportunities.

Saturday: 4 pm – 12 am & Sunday: 12 am – 8 am

Entry level

Part‑time

Other, Information Technology, and Management

Security and Investigations

Harvard Protection Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer / M/F/Veteran/Disabilities.