Security officer
Jamaica Plain, MA
Full Time
Security Officer
Entry Level

Security Officer (Shelter)
Schedule: Full time
Monday to Friday – 11pm to 7am
Location: Jamaica Plain, MA
Pay range: $23.50 – $25.00 Hourly
Parking: Street Parking Available
Why join us?
Signal of New England is seeking current and aspiring motivated security professionals with a desire to have a direct impact in the safety and wellbeing of the local community. Signal offers industry-leading training, incentive-based raises, and opportunities for career growth within our organization.
Job Description:
As a Security Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and security of the premises, assets, and personnel. Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
- Monitoring premises through patrols or surveillance systems
- Able to comply with formal operating policies and procedures that mandate certain customer service, Enforcing access control and responding to emergency response procedures.
- Writing detailed incident reports
- Collaborating with local law enforcement when necessary
Requirements :
- Must be responsible, dependable and punctual
- Must have strong work ethics, is observant and detail oriented
- Previous experience working in a shelter, human services, or similar high-risk environment
- Must be comfortable working overnight and independently
- Professional communication skills and strong situational awareness
- Reliable transportation
- Conflict de-escalation
- Crisis response and behavioral observation
- Effective verbal and written reporting
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
Benefits :
- Consistent Schedule + Opportunities for Additional Work
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Other Supplemental Insurances
- Training Opportunities to Develop Advanced Skills
- Career Advancement Opportunities through Signals Career Progression Ladder
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