Armed Special Police Officer (SPO)

Blueline Security Services•Washington, DC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

DC Liquor Store is seeking qualified Armed Special Police Officers (SPOs) for immediate hire to provide professional security at a busy liquor store in Washington, DC. This is a high-traffic retail security position requiring officers who are alert, dependable, professional, and comfortable dealing with a wide range of situations. Officers will be responsible for maintaining a strong security presence, protecting customers and employees, monitoring for suspicious activity, and responding appropriately to security incidents. The ideal candidate has experience working in retail, loss prevention, liquor stores, or other busy environments and understands how to handle potential theft, disturbances, trespassing, and difficult or intoxicated individuals while remaining calm and professional.

Requirements

Must have an active/current SPO license or registration required to perform armed security duties in Washington, DC.
Must possess all required armed-security credentials and permits.
Must be legally qualified and authorized to perform armed security duties.
Must understand the legal limits of security-officer authority.
Must understand lawful procedures involving suspected theft, stops, detentions, trespassing, and contacting law enforcement.
Must have strong observation and situational-awareness skills.
Must be able to communicate clearly and professionally.
Must be able to remain calm and make good decisions under pressure.
Must be dependable, punctual, and responsible.
Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions.
Must be able to complete clear and accurate incident reports.
Candidates must be able to stand on their feet for long periods.
Candidates must be able to walk and patrol for extended periods.
Candidates must be able to remain alert throughout the entire shift.
Candidates must be able to respond appropriately to changing situations.
Candidates must be able to work in a busy, high-traffic retail environment.
Candidates must be able to maintain composure during stressful or confrontational situations.
Weekend availability is required.
Officers must also be available to work holidays when scheduled.
Candidates must have reliable transportation and be prepared to work the assigned schedule.

Nice To Haves

Previous armed security experience is preferred.
Retail security, loss prevention, liquor-store, or high-volume retail experience is a plus.
Officers who are reliable and punctual.
Officers who are alert and observant.
Officers who are professional and respectful.
Officers who are confident without being unnecessarily confrontational.
Officers who are able to remain calm under pressure.
Officers who are comfortable dealing with difficult customers.
Officers who are knowledgeable about lawful security procedures.
Officers who are capable of professional verbal de-escalation.
Officers who are comfortable working weekends and holidays.
Officers who are physically capable of standing and walking for extended periods.
Officers who are able to work independently while following site procedures.

Responsibilities

Maintain a visible and professional armed security presence.
Monitor the store, entrances, exits, and surrounding areas.
Watch for suspicious activity, theft, safety concerns, and disturbances.
Protect customers, employees, merchandise, and property.
Respond appropriately to suspected shoplifting and other security incidents.
Understand and follow lawful procedures for stops, detentions, and security interventions.
Take action only when legally authorized and consistent with applicable law, company policy, and post orders.
Use communication and de-escalation techniques when appropriate.
Remain calm and professional when dealing with angry, intoxicated, aggressive, or uncooperative individuals.
Contact management or law enforcement when appropriate.
Complete accurate incident reports and documentation.
Follow all site post orders, policies, and supervisor instructions.
Maintain strong situational awareness throughout the shift.
Report safety and security concerns promptly.
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.