Security Officer-Armed

Security Officer – Armed

Requisition :

Location: US-NY-Manhattan

Schedule:  hrs (12 hour tours), days vary

Hire Type: Part-Time

Harvard Protection Services is one of the fastest growing, privately owned providers 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 embrace diversity.

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

Standing Position:

• Maintain a professional demeanor, aiding customers, employees, visitors, and guests
• Maintain a visible presence in the facility / building assigned
• Monitor the environment, with the ability to detect suspicious and unsafe activity
• Become familiar with incoming and outgoing traffic; know the customers, tenants, and guests
• Answer all phones in a professional manner
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits
• Know the facility / building policies and procedures; 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 within appropriate customer requirements
• 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

• Mandatory Law Enforcement experience
• Active licenses and/or certifications that meet all state and municipality requirements for armed security officers
• State or municipality mandated security officer licenses
• Minimum High School Diploma, GED or the 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; neat and professional appearance
• Write routine correspondence, to include log entries and incident reporting
• Previous contract security, law enforcement, military, customer service experience helpful

Harvard Protection Services offers a competitive hourly pay rate with health & welfare, dental, vision, sick leave, vacation, and 401(k) enrollment benefit opportunities.

Harvard Protection Services is committed to Employees First and Customer Service. Our Mission, Vision, and Core Values of PEOPLE FIRST, SAFETY, TEAMWORK, CLIENT FOCUS, and ACCOUNTABILITY are reflected in our expectations and support throughout for all employees. Our goals set the standard for the industry; to earn our customers' trust, confidence, and business through maintaining a safe and secure environment.

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

USD $47.00/Hr.

hrs (12 hour tours), days vary