Protective Security Officer

Vision Quest Solutions Inc•Washington, DC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves providing protective security services. The officer must meet specific requirements set by the USDA, including citizenship, education, and experience. The role requires the ability to handle physical confrontations, work under pressure, and respond to emergencies. Officers must also maintain necessary certifications and licenses.

Requirements

Be a citizen of the United States of America, including U.S. territories and/or Commonwealths. The COR may approve Lawful Permanent Residents who are currently members of U.S. armed services (Reserves or National Guard) or who possess an Honorable Discharge from a U.S. Military component.
Received, at minimum, either a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma from an accredited institution recognized by U.S. Department of Education.
Two years of armed security experience or two years of military or National Guard service (active duty or reserve).
Successful completion of a Federal or State certified Law Enforcement Education and Training or Police Officer’s Standard Training course.
Fluently speak, read, comprehend, and compose coherent written reports in English.
Officers must complete (sign/date) a Lautenberg Amendment Statement/Domestic Violence certification annually. Lautenberg Amendment, 18 U.S.C. § 922(g) (8) and (9).
Be a minimum of 21 years of age.
Obtain the applicable State of Maryland Security Guard Certification or Washington, District of Columbia Security Officer License based on the location of duties.
A license from the State of Maryland and the District of Columbia shall be obtained only for officers regularly performing duties at both locations.