Protective Security Officer

POSITION OVERVIEW

Staff armed security posts and provide security for the personnel and property of, and visitors to, assigned US Government Property. May also work in a Control Center.

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
• Traffic control
• 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
• Complete all reports and paperwork as required
• 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.
• Regular, in-person attendance is required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Be a United States citizen; or a
  • Lawful Permanent Resident who is currently a member of, or who possesses a verifiable honorable discharge from, any component the United States Armed Forces
• Been issued a Social Security Card by the Social Security Administration, Which bears the individuals name and social security number
• Have verifiable documentation of at least one experience level and at least one educational level or any reasonable combination listed below
  • Experience:
    
    • A minimum of two (2) years of security (armed) or law enforcement experience; or
    • A minimum of two (2) years of honorable service as a member of any U.S. Armed forces component
  • Education:
    
    • Received a High School Diploma from an accredited learning institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or as identified on a DD214; or
    • Received a General Equivalency Diploma accredited learning institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or as identified on a DD214; or
    • A minimum of 60 credit hours, in a related field, from an accredited learning institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; or
    • Successful completion of a federal/state certified law enforcement education and training or police officer's standard training course that may result in a law enforcement appointment or commission
• Shall fluently speak, read, comprehend, and compose coherent written reports in English
• Be a minimum of 21 years of age
• Must meet all medical and physical standards outline in the contract
• Pass and maintain medical, and physical fitness standards
• Meet background screening and U.S. Government suitability requirements
• Successful completion of Protective Security Officer Training and certification
• Must be willing to work rotating shifts
• Secret Clearance preferred but not required

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Heavy work: Exerting up to 200 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Must have visual and audio acuity to operate motor vehicles or machines firearms and clearing barrels.
• May be subject to outdoor conditions including extreme temperatures and weather
• Subject to high noise levels
• Subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, often without breaks, and may be required to climb stairs or ladders and walk up inclines and on uneven terrain.
• Must meet all physical and psychological standards as required by the contract
• Travel may be required

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is typically in a busy federal facility and subject to frequent interruptions with long periods of sitting, standing or walking. Extended hours to include nights, weekends and holidays may be required. May be subject to outdoor conditions including extreme temperatures and weather. Subject to high noise levels to include gun fire, hazards including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat, extreme cold or exposure to chemicals.

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS

Heavy work: Exhibit strong physical fitness, the ability to respond and engage in physical conflict, move quickly and respond effectively to emergencies. Must have visual and audio acuity to heavy equipment, machines such as fire equipment and apparatuses, firearms and clearing barrels. May be required to be fitted for and/or wear a respirator. Must be able to stand for extended periods of time, often without breaks, and may be required to climb stairs or ladders and walk-up inclines and on uneven terrain. Must meet all physical and psychological standards as required by the contract. Must be physically capable of standing a 12-hour post. Travel may be required.