Licensed Security Guard – Overnight

Planned Companies

Security Guard providing routine patrol and safety checks for residential and commercial properties. Ensuring safety through surveillance and responding to incidents as needed.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeWashington • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $21 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Routine security & safety patrol of property and structures to ensure order and establish a security presence.
Verify and track access credentials of residents, guests, vendors, and deliveries to the property.
Ensure all exits, doors, and windows are secure and functioning.
Monitor and track surveillance cameras (CCTV) to identify disruptions or unlawful acts.
Respond to, investigate, and assess notifications, communications, and alarms.
Provide security related assistance and support to residents, guests and vendors in need.
Report uninvited guests, suspicious possessions, and all unlawful acts to the proper authorities.
Create and submit daily surveillance and incident reports to Planned Security Services management.

Requirements

What you’ll need

New Jersey Security Officer Registration Act (SORA) license
Clean/Valid Driver’s License
2+ years of experience as a Security Officer or Guard
Knowledge of local, regional, and state legal guidelines for area security and public safety
Excellent surveillance and observation skills
Experience with Closed Circuit (CCTV) surveillance systems
Training in First Aid, Basic Life Saving (BLS) and self-defense
Strong report writing and clear verbal communication skills
A High School diploma is required

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical
dental
vision
other ancillary benefits
401K with employer match

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Hard Skills & Tools

surveillanceCCTVreport writingFirst AidBasic Life Savingself-defense

Soft Skills

observation skillscommunication skills

Certifications

New Jersey Security Officer Registration Act (SORA) licenseClean/Valid Driver’s License