Protective Security Officer

Position Summary Staff armed security posts and provided security for the personnel and property of, and visitors to, assigned US Government Property. May also work in a Control Center. PAY TRANSPARENCY $36.41 hourly Responsibilities Protect personnel and property in a professional manner. Meet and deal tactfully and politely with general public and visitors. Effectively and efficiently screen and process visitors. Identify, report, delay or detain persons who violate rules and regulations. Conduct internal and external roving foot patrols. Complete all reports and paperwork as required. Ability to maintain excellent detection rate on x ray machine. Detect and respond to alarms and emergencies. Secure entrances and exits during emergencies. Control keys and lock combinations. Communicate and remain accessible via two-way radio or company issued cellular phone. Understand and comply with all requirements defined within company documents to include Post and General Orders, plans, policies, procedures. Observe and report all offenses/incidents. Provide first aid, CPR, and assist during emergencies as necessary. Must be able to wear protective body armor as a part of the duty uniform. Maintain mandated training requirements in accordance with company guidance. Maintain physical fitness, agility requirements, and weapons qualifications. Ensure safety requirements compliance and safe work practices. Support safety programs; participate in Quality and Process Improvement programs. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications US Citizen with a valid social security card. Must possess a minimum of a High School diploma or equivalent. Possess at least one of the following experience/education criteria: (1) minimum of three years armed guard experience within past five years, (2) Three years of military or National Guard (3) Successful completion of a state certified law enforcement education and training or police officer's standard training course. Must meet all medical and physical standards as outlined in the contract. Meet background screening and U.S. Government suitability requirements. Position may require the ability to acquire, and maintain, a security clearance. Successful completion of Protective Security Officer Training and certification. Pass and maintain medical, and physical fitness standards. Duties require lifting more than 10 pounds, bending/twisting, standing and some activities that involve standing for long periods. Requires conducting foot patrols and response to alarms in varied weather conditions. 90% of the work will require some sort of physical activity. Occasional travel is required and must be willing to work rotating shifts. Benefits Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance Paid Time-Off Program & Company Paid Holidays 401(k) Retirement Plan Insurance: Basic Life & Supplemental Life Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Personal Development & Learning Opportunities On-the-job Training, Skills Development & Certifications Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach WORKING CONDITIONS Work site is a 24/7 location based in a busy office environment and subject to frequent interruptions. Physical Requirements May be required to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 25 lbs. Requires intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching and bending throughout the workday. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Other, Information Technology, and Management Industries Security and Investigations, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Public Safety Get notified about new Security Officer jobs in Washington, DC.

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