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Company Overview 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.” Job Summary 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 providing professional customer-focused security and life safety services for the people and the property they protect. Responsibilities 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 Responsible for becoming 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 the 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 Qualifications 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 Benefits Harvard Protection Services offers a competitive hourly pay rate with health & welfare, dental, vision, sick leave, vacation, and 401K enrollment benefit opportunities. Equal Opportunity Statement Harvard Protection Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/Veteran/Disabilities Compensation and Work Schedule USD $47.00/Hr. 0700-1900 hrs (12 hour tours), days vary #J-18808-Ljbffr Harvard Protection Services, LLC.