Armed Protective Security Officer (FPS) - Birmingham, AL

Job Skills / Requirements Protect the principal against possible threatsFederal building access control, employee and visitor identification checks, security equipment monitoring, roving patrols of the interior and exterior of federal propertyMonitoring surveillance cameras for any disruptions or unlawful activitiesProviding detailed reports on daily activities and/or incidents that may have occurredKnowledgeable and able to effectively use magnetometer and X-ray machinesUsing provided communication devices such as two-way radios in a clear and concise mannerLeverages excellent listening and service skills in emergency response and evaluation proceduresPerforming CPR or first aid when neededEnsure credentials are maintained per contract requirementsOther duties as assigned by the Supervisor and/or Project Manager. Minimum Requirements Must be at least 21 years of ageMust be able to obtain suitability and/or clearance.Be a United States citizen; or a Lawful Permanent Resident who is currently a member of, or who possesses a verifiable honorable discharge from, any component of the United States Armed Forces (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard)Been issued a Social Security Card by the Social Security Administration, which bears the individuals name and social security numberA minimum of two (2) years of experience security (armed) experience or one (1) year of law enforcement experience in a full-duty status with a full-service police department in a municipality, state, or federal law enforcement department within the US.A minimum of two (2) years as a member of any US Armed Forces with an honorable dischargeMust be able to fluently speak, read, comprehend English, and be able to compose written reports in English.Must be able to qualify with a revolver or semi-automaticMust possess strong relevant knowledge of the security industry.Be able to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.Must have a customer service-driven mindsetAbility to communicate effectively and present information to all levels of internal and external customers Physical Demands PSO’s shall be physically able to perform tasks in performance of assigned dutiesFrequent and prolonged walking, standing, sitting, and stooping up to 12hours pr day, either indoors or outdoorsFrequent contact with general public, law enforcement, and dispatch center, requiring an ability to speak clearly and distinctly and remain calm in stressful situationsAbility to remain on post up to four (4) consecutive hours without sitting, eating or receiving a breakAbility to remain alert for up to 12hours, with ability to mentally and physically react quickly to a variety of unexpected and dangerous situationsAbility to subdue violent or potentially violent or disturbed individuals, or intervene in a crisisOccasional running, sprinting, lifting heavy weights, moving heavy object, climbing stairs BTI Security is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, transfer, disciplinary action, layoff, return from layoff, training, social and recreational programs, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. Education Requirements (All) High School Diploma/GED Certification Requirements (All) Tri- Annual Refresher Exhibit M.E.B. Training All Required PSO Training and Certs CPR/American Red Cross Certification 16 Hour X-Ray and Magnetometer Firearms Qualification Handcuffing Tactics and Instruction O.C. aerosol spray MEB Expandable Baton DHS Letter of Suitability Initials Weapon Training FPS Orientation Certificate DHS Suitability National Weapons Detection Training Program Additional Information / Benefits Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays This job reports to the Operations Manager This is a Full-Time position Back Apply Now Back Apply Now