Security Officer Armed Government Sites

Responsibilities

• Ensure the facility is provided with high-quality security services to protect people and property
• Build, improve and maintain effective relationships with both client employees and guests
• Report safety concerns, security breaches, and unusual circumstances verbally and in writing
• Handle security issues and emergency situations according to protocol
• Follow all directives relating to site-specific operations including manuals and post orders
• Greet and welcome visitors and employees; answer questions and assist as needed
• Patrol the facility on foot or in a vehicle
• Answer phones, monitor closed-circuit television systems and alarms

Qualifications (must Have)

• Must be able to travel up to an hour from the greater Frederick, MD area
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 21 years of age, or higher as required by applicable law or contractual requirements
• Current driver’s license if driving a company or customer owned vehicle
• Licenses: Federal and state firearms qualifications, National Weapons Detection Training Program (NWDTP) certification, OC, Baton and handcuffing certification, Defensive tactics and de-escalation tactics certification
• Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of armed security experience, minimum of two (2) years of US military service, minimum of one (1) year full-time armed civilian law enforcement experience or the equivalent
• Skills: Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors, demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public, effective oral and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail, active listening skills, ability to mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
• Physical abilities: Able to walk and stand for long periods of time