Summary
Location
New York
Type
PER_DIEM
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About this role
Position Objective
Are you ready to be part of something Extraordinary? Look no further than Harvard is the largest family-owned provider of premier commercial janitorial and professional security services in the United States. We believe in the power of our people. Here, every team member is valued, empowered, and trained to contribute their best. We foster an inclusive workplace culture where diversity is celebrated and every voice matters.
A day in the life:
The Security - Patrol Officer is responsible for safeguarding client property, personnel, and assets by performing regular patrols and monitoring for unsafe or suspicious activity. This role requires vigilance, professionalism, and strong situational awareness to maintain a secure and welcoming environment across designated patrol zones.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Maintain a visible and professional security presence throughout assigned patrol areas.
- Conduct foot and/or vehicle patrols of interior and exterior premises.
- Monitor for and report suspicious activity, safety hazards, or violations of facility policies.
- Greet and assist employees, tenants, visitors, and guests in a courteous and professional manner.
- Enforce building access control policies and ensure only authorized personnel are admitted.
- Monitor security alarms and surveillance systems.
- Respond to emergency situations and implement appropriate action per established procedures.
- Document incidents, safety violations, or property damage in detailed written reports.
- Observe and manage delivery and removal of equipment or materials to prevent unauthorized access or theft.
- Support safety drills, evacuations, and emergency preparedness protocols as required.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Valid state-issued security officer license or the ability to obtain one within a designated time frame.
- Prior experience in security, military, or law enforcement preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Neat and professional appearance and demeanor.
- Ability to write incident reports and log entries with accuracy.
- Must have reliable transportation and communication device.
- Familiarity with emergency procedures and security monitoring systems.
Compensation
Join our team of Extraordinary People committed to delivering Exceptional Service. Together, we'll redefine industry standards and create a workplace where your talent thrives. Discover your potential with Harvard Maintenance. Learn more about our company and culture, apply today and be part of something extraordinary.
www.harvardmaint.com
Harvard is offering a competitive salary structure including benefit package with medical, dental, life, and long-term disability (LTD) insurance along with 401K Savings Plan.
An Equal Opportunity Employer --- M/F/D/V
Salary & Wage Details
18.30Schedule
On Call - Overnights, Morning, and EveningOther facts
About Harvard Protection Services, LLC
Harvard Protection Services is one of the nation’s premier security firms. We have maintained the same values and beliefs today as when we launched in 1996 and honor our legacy of putting employees and customers first, treating people with respect, being expert communicators to build lasting relationships to deliver service excellence.
Our comprehensive service offerings including security, hospitality, and life safety personnel matches with state of the technology support our client’s needs. We fully appreciate that each contract for security services is a complex mission that requires much more than supplying qualified manpower. We welcome the opportunity to work with clients who recognize that collaborative engagement, communication, ongoing program evaluation, and performance management measurements are crucial to the formulation and refinement of a solid business plan. In an environment of evolving expectations, trust, confidence, and comfort built through honest communication and doing the right thing enables the Harvard Protection Services team to put your security vision into action.
What you'll do
- The Security Patrol Officer is responsible for safeguarding client property and personnel by conducting regular patrols and monitoring for unsafe or suspicious activity. This role requires maintaining a secure and welcoming environment across designated patrol zones.
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