Security Guard

Overview

Responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for residents and employees by patrolling and monitoring buildings and parking areas to detect any suspicious activity and respond accordingly to ensure the safety and security of property, residents and personnel.

• Monitor and control access at building entrances permitting only residents or their guests in the building.
• Require all guests to sign in and out of the building when visiting friends or relatives.
• Prevent loitering in the lobby area.
• Maintain order.
• Guard against theft.
• Inspect entrance doors to ensure locks are in place and working.
• Respond to alarms and calls of distress.
• Report disturbances to the Providence Police through the PHA’s dispatcher via mobile radio.

• Patrol the development’s parking areas and tag unauthorized vehicles.
• Inspect the development’s community room for disturbances.
• Check emergency exits to ensure they are secured.
• Spot check hallways and stairwells for any unusual activity.
• Inspect laundry room for any unusual activity.
• Report any inoperable lights.

Complete the following forms during the shift:

• PHA Security Form #1 – Security Work Order
• PHA Security Form #2 – Security Log
• PHA Security Form #3 – Sign In Log
• PHA Security Form #4 – Tag/Tow Log

Security Report:
Provide a summary of problems encountered during the shift and submit to PHA.

Security Log:
Document patrols, door checks, disturbances, etc., in 15‑minute increments.

Sign In Log:
Record visitors of residents and enforce sign‑in for non‑residents.

Tag/Tow Log:
Record number of vehicles tagged or towed.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Additional security training preferred.
• Bi‑lingual (Spanish) preferred.
• Proven work experience as a security guard or similar.
• Knowledge of public safety and security procedures/protocols.
• Valid Rhode Island Class 2 driver’s license unrestricted except for corrective lenses.
• Ability to remain alert and focused at all times.
• Ability to communicate and relate to residents, employees and the general public.
• Ability to provide accurate documentation of each incident and shift status.
• Honesty, integrity and professionalism at all times.