Armed Protective Security Officer

Constellis•White Oak, MD

3d•$37

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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 of 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, security clearance.
Successful completion of Protective Security Officer Training and certification.
Pass and maintain medical and physical fitness standards.

Responsibilities

Be familiar with all state requirements and with the local jurisdictional criteria for Protective Security Officers.
Not inclusive - Man post in accordance with government Post Orders.
Perform vehicular searches to detect unauthorized material and prevent its access into the building.
Serve as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions.
Detect suspicious activities and watch for criminal acts or client rule infractions at or near assigned post, which may be a threat to the property, client or employees at the site.
Report all incidents, accidents or medical emergencies.
Respond to emergencies, such as medical and bomb threats, and alarms, such as fire and intrusion, by following emergency response proceedings.
Physically control violent or unruly crowds.
Attempt to subdue person in case of life and death situation.
Operating a motor vehicle if on applicable post.