Protective Services Officer

General Motors • Warren, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to respond to high-threat situations such as an active shooter by employing strategic teamwork and the use of force necessary to protect people and contain or resolve the incident. The Protective Services Officer will help support a 24 hour, 7-day per week shift schedule. Successful candidates must have flexibility to work any shift including afternoons, midnights, weekends, and holidays. The ideal candidate brings a strong protective services or law enforcement background, and an unwavering commitment to professionalism, discretion, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• High School Diploma Required
• Must pass a criminal history check, background investigation, psychological examination, medical screening, annual physical fitness testing and random drug testing
• Maintain a Concealed Pistol License (CPL) or Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA)
• Maintain any applicable licensing requirements for security officers
• Maintain basic first aid and CPR certifications
• Ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and a sustained state of vigilance
• Ability to learn and retain security procedures
• Be an effective team member and carry out instructions
• Maintaining professional composure and ability to act decisively in high stress situations
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Capable of physically responding to all emergency situations and passing routine annual physical fitness test
• Must qualify with a handgun, shotgun and tactical carbine in accordance with Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) active duty firearms standard
• Interacting effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures
• Must be eligible to achieve PA 330 certification in the state of Michigan
• Integrity and trust
• Dealing with ambiguity
• Functional/technical skills
• Timely decision making
• Mission focus
• Conflict management
• Command skills
• Composure
• Action oriented
• Working knowledge of security related protocols, including, but not limited to: Emergency response and crisis management, Security technology (CCTV and alarm systems), Use-of-force continuum including de-escalation techniques, Firearms
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle on a regular basis

Nice To Haves

• Current or former U.S. law enforcement officer (sworn or PA330) with a minimum of five years of experience
• Served on a tactical team
• Current State of Michigan Emergency Medical Technician

Responsibilities

• Preserve order and enforce security regulations and directives pertaining to the worksite, personnel and visitors
• Respond to emergency incidents including, but not limited to, active shooter/assailant, violent or mentally ill subjects, medical situations and bomb threats
• Assure compliance with applicable sections of the General Motors Global Security Manual and Standard Operating Procedures
• Conduct foot and/or vehicle patrols to ensure the safety and security of the worksite
• Observe, report and respond to incidents at assigned worksites
• Protect General Motors property, its interests, occupying tenants and site visitors
• Control property access through the admittance process; act to prevent unauthorized entry
• Monitor site entrances and exits; and control the movement of people and vehicles
• Secure incident and/or crime scenes and preserve evidence as required
• Prepare incident reports, daily logs, etc., as directed
• Monitor closed circuit television (CCTV) and other security alarm systems
• Maintain a courteous and professional demeanor when interacting with General Motors personnel, visitors, and the public
• Using less than lethal means/equipment (e.g. taser, pepper-spray, etc.)
• Continuously demonstrating discretion and integrity while performing daily work tasks

Benefits

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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED