Armed Protective Security Officers; PSO - Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities

• Protect the principal against possible threats
• Federal building access control, employee and visitor identification checks, security equipment monitoring, roving patrols of the interior and exterior of federal property
• Monitoring surveillance cameras for any disruptions or unlawful activities
• Providing detailed reports on daily activities and/or incidents that may have occurred
• Knowledgeable and able to effectively use magnetometer and X-ray machines
• Using provided communication devices, such as two-way radios, in a clear and concise manner
• Leverages excellent listening and service skills in emergency response and evaluation procedures
• Performing CPR or first aid when needed
• Ensure credentials are maintained per contract requirements
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor and/or Project Manager
• Minimum requirements include:
  Must be at least 21 years of age;
  United States citizen or lawful permanent resident with verifiable honorable discharge from any component of the United States Armed Forces; issued a Social Security Card bearing the name and number; two years of security (armed) experience or one year of law enforcement experience in full-duty status
• Two years as a member of any US Armed Forces with an honorable discharge
• Fluently speak, read, and comprehend English and be able to compose written reports in English
• Must be able to qualify with a revolver or semi-automatic firearms
• Strong knowledge of the security industry
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Customer service-driven mindset
• Ability to communicate effectively and present information to all levels of internal and external customers

• PSOs shall be physically able to perform tasks in the performance of assigned duties
• Frequent and prolonged walking, standing, sitting, and stooping up to 12 hours per day, indoors or outdoors
• Frequent contact with the general public, law enforcement, and dispatch center; ability to speak clearly and remain calm in stressful situations
• Remain on post for up to four consecutive hours without sitting, eating, or receiving a break
• Remain alert for up to 12 hours with the ability to react quickly to unexpected and dangerous situations
• Ability to subdue violent or potentially violent individuals or intervene in a crisis
• Occasional running, sprinting, lifting heavy weights, moving heavy objects, climbing stairs

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma/GED
• Certification Requirements: MD Security Guard Certification Unarmed; MD Armed Guard Card;
  Tri-Annual Refresher Exhibit; NWDTP Training; CPR/American Red Cross Certification;
  Basic Training Exhibits 72/64 hours;
  Firearms Qualification;
  Initials Weapon Training; O.C. aerosol spray; MEB Expandable Baton;
  National Weapons Detection Training Program; DHS Suitability; FPS Orientation Certificate
• Additional Information / Benefits:
  Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays

BTI Security is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment.