Armed Security Officer; Contingent Upon Award

Armed Security Officer

Objective

This position is under the direct supervision of the Captain and is responsible for the protection, safeguarding, and security of assets, personnel, customers, and all visitors.

Read and understand the English language to effectively carry out applied printed rules, detailed orders, instructions, and training materials. Have a command of both the written and spoken English language to properly communicate in person or via electronic devices (telephone and radio) with co-workers and the general public. Maintaining a professional, discreet and courteous demeanor under stressful situations, security personnel routinely encounter.

Be able to compose precise short paragraphs, written reports, and other reports in the English language as necessary.

• Performs security patrols.
• Enforces access control procedures.
• Protects property from theft, embezzlement, sabotage, fire, and accidents.
• Investigates and writes reports on accidents, incidents, suspicious activities, safety and fire hazards, and other security-related situations.
• Assist customers, employees, and visitors in following the department's procedures.
• May perform other related duties as assigned by a security Lieutenant and security Project Manager.

• Must be at least 21 years old and
• Must possess a high school diploma or General Education Certificate (GED)
• Must be U.S. Citizen
• Must fluently speak, read, comprehend and compose coherent written reports in English
• Must have firearms experience
• Must have one of the following experience levels listed:
• (1) Three years of security experience,
• (2) Three years of military experience,
• (3) Completion of state-certified Law Enforcement Education
• (4) Completion of a Police Officer's Standard Training Course

• The applicant must submit to a pre-employment medical exam and drug screening.
• The applicant must be able to pass an NLIC / State / Local Background check and Credit check (as applicable).
• The applicant must obtain FPS suitability approval.
• 40-Hour Initial Weapons
• 64-Hour Basic Training
• 36-Hour Tri-Annual Training
• MEB
• OC
• First Aid, CPR, AED
• FPS Orientation
• FPS NWDTP
• FPS Firearms Qualification