ARMED Federal Protective Security Officers (PSO) - Columbia (Operations)

BTI Security•Columbia, SC

20h•Onsite

About The Position

BTI Security is hiring Armed Federal Protective Security Officers to protect federal facilities, public figures, government property, personnel, and other critical assets. Officers perform access control, screening, patrol, surveillance, emergency response, reporting, and communication duties while maintaining required credentials, licenses, and security certifications. The role requires professional interaction with the public, law enforcement, dispatch, and internal and external customers, as well as the ability to respond calmly and effectively to crises. The position is offered full-time, with first-, second-, and third-shift and weekend shifts available. The posting also notes that part-time shifts are available across various federal and commercial sites. Officers must meet the contract's training, certification, background investigation, drug screening, and site-specific medical or suitability requirements. The work can involve extended periods of standing, walking, sitting, and stooping; outdoor exposure to severe weather; and strenuous or physical-intervention activity.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years of age.
Have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
Be a U.S. citizen, or a lawful permanent resident who is currently a member of or has a verifiable Honorable Discharge from a component of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Have a valid Social Security card issued by the Social Security Administration bearing the individual's legal name and Social Security number.
Meet one of the experience pathways: at least 2 years of armed security experience; or 1 year of full-duty law enforcement experience with a municipal, state, or federal department; or 2 years of service in a U.S. Armed Forces branch with an Honorable Discharge.
Know how to effectively use magnetometers and X-ray inspection machines.
Fluently speak, read, and comprehend English, and write clear reports in English.
Qualify and maintain active certification with a semi-automatic handgun.
Have strong security industry knowledge, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a customer-service-driven mindset.
Communicate effectively and present information professionally to internal and external customers at all levels.
Be able to perform frequent and prolonged walking, standing, sitting, and stooping for up to 12 hours per day, indoors or outdoors, during day or night shifts.
Be able to withstand extreme outdoor weather conditions, including heat, humidity, cold, snow, sleet, rain, hail, and wind.
Be able to remain on post for up to 4 consecutive hours without sitting, eating, or receiving a break, and remain alert for up to 12 hours.
Be able to react quickly, mentally and physically, to unexpected and dangerous situations, and remain calm under stress during frequent contact with the public, law enforcement, and dispatch.
Be able to subdue violent, potentially violent, or disturbed individuals, or intervene directly in a crisis.
Be able to operate post-security equipment, including handheld and walk-through metal detectors, X-ray machines, and CCTV systems.
Be able to read Post Orders, daily assignments, and BOLO notices; write detailed incident reports; and respond promptly to dispatches and orders.
Be able to occasionally run or sprint, lift heavy weights, move heavy objects, and climb stairs.
Pass a background investigation and pre-employment drug screening, and meet site-specific medical and suitability requirements mandated by contract guidelines.
Complete all required PSO training and certifications, including CPR/First Aid Basic Training, Exhibits 72/64 hours, Firearms Qualification, Handcuffing Tactics and Instruction, O.C. aerosol spray, MEB Expandable Baton, DHS Letter of Suitability Initials, Weapon Training, FPS Orientation Certificate, DHS Suitability, and National Weapons Detection Training Program.

Responsibilities

Monitor entry points, verify employee and visitor identification, and operate screening equipment such as magnetometers, walk-through metal detectors, and X-ray machines.
Conduct interior and exterior roving patrols to protect government property, personnel, and public figures.
Prepare and submit timely, detailed reports on daily activities, security violations, maintenance issues, and shift incidents.
Carry out emergency response and evacuation procedures, manage crisis situations, and provide CPR or First Aid when needed.
Use provided communication devices, including two-way radios, to coordinate with team members, law enforcement, and dispatch centers.
Maintain required credentials, licenses, and security certifications in accordance with contract requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor and/or Project Manager.