Field Training Officer; FTO

Alexandria, VA, United States of America

Diversified Protection Corporation (DPC) is a trusted provider of integrated security solutions for private and public entities. We offer a full spectrum of services from training and risk assessments to armed security guards. As a company with two decades of experience, our clients include the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Protective Services (DHS/FPS);
Department of Defense, Pentagon Force Protection Agency (DoD/PFPA), Department of the Army and Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DoS/DS) National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Environmental Protection Agency(EPA) and Department of Energy (DOE).

The Contractor shall provide an FTO who, under the direction of the Training Manager, is responsible for the execution and delivery of the contract's on-the-job training (OJT) program. The FTO will conduct hands‑on instruction and continuous professional development for all CSOs across all sites. Core responsibilities include delivering on-site training on screening equipment (X‑ray/Magnetometer), conducting scenario‑based response drills, ensuring post‑order mastery, and performing other critical security functions.

The FTO will design and administer practical application exercises to test and validate CSO proficiency, document all training activities, and provide regular reports to the Training Manager on training effectiveness and compliance.

The Field Training Officer (FTO) is a senior, experienced officer responsible for the hands‑on, on‑the‑job training (OJT) of newly assigned Contract Security Officers. The FTO provides direct mentorship, evaluates performance against PWS standards, and is responsible for ensuring all CSOs are fully competent in their assigned duties before being posted independently.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

Experience: Must meet all requirements for the CSO labor category and, in addition, possess a minimum of four years of total experience in security or law enforcement. Must have demonstrated experience in training or mentoring junior personnel.

Certifications: Completion of a recognized FTO certification course is highly preferred.

Skills: Must exhibit superior knowledge of all post orders and demonstrate strong communication and leadership skills.

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Diversified Protection Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

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