Armed Protective Security Officers (PSO) - Washington, D.C. (Operations)

BTI Security
Washington, DC 20022 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 03, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Public Safety
  • Summary

    Job Skills / Requirements

    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:

    Must be at least 21 years of age

    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 individual name and social security number

    A 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 discharge

    Shall 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

    Strong relevant knowledge of the security industry

    Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    Must have a customer service-driven mindset

    Ability to communicate effectively and present information to all levels of internal and external customers

    Physical Demands:

    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, either indoors or outdoors

    Frequent contact with the general public, law enforcement, and dispatch center, requiring an ability to speak clearly and distinctly and remain calm in stressful situations

    Ability to remain on post for up to four (4) consecutive hours without sitting, eating, or receiving a break

    Ability to remain alert for up to 12 hours, with the ability to mentally and physically react quickly to a variety of unexpected and dangerous situations

    Ability to subdue violent or potentially violent or disturbed individuals or intervene in a crisis

    Occasional running, sprinting, lifting heavy weights, moving heavy objects, 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 (Any)

    High School Diploma/GED

    Certification Requirements (Any)

    MD Security Guard Certification Unarmed MD Armed Guard Card Tri- Annual Refresher Exhibit O.C. aerosol spray CPR/American Red Cross Certification NWDTP Training Basic Training Exhibits 72/64 hours Firearms Qualification Initials Weapon Training MEB Expandable Baton National Weapons Detection Training Program DHS Suitability FPS Orientation Certificate

    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 and Part-Time position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift, Weekends .

    Number of Openings for this position: 10

  • Job Description

    Job Skills / Requirements

    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:

    Must be at least 21 years of age

    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 individual name and social security number

    A 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 discharge

    Shall 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

    Strong relevant knowledge of the security industry

    Excellent written and verbal communication skills

    Must have a customer service-driven mindset

    Ability to communicate effectively and present information to all levels of internal and external customers

    Physical Demands:

    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, either indoors or outdoors

    Frequent contact with the general public, law enforcement, and dispatch center, requiring an ability to speak clearly and distinctly and remain calm in stressful situations

    Ability to remain on post for up to four (4) consecutive hours without sitting, eating, or receiving a break

    Ability to remain alert for up to 12 hours, with the ability to mentally and physically react quickly to a variety of unexpected and dangerous situations

    Ability to subdue violent or potentially violent or disturbed individuals or intervene in a crisis

    Occasional running, sprinting, lifting heavy weights, moving heavy objects, 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 (Any)

    High School Diploma/GED

    Certification Requirements (Any)

    MD Security Guard Certification Unarmed MD Armed Guard Card Tri- Annual Refresher Exhibit O.C. aerosol spray CPR/American Red Cross Certification NWDTP Training Basic Training Exhibits 72/64 hours Firearms Qualification Initials Weapon Training MEB Expandable Baton National Weapons Detection Training Program DHS Suitability FPS Orientation Certificate

    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 and Part-Time position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift, Weekends .

    Number of Openings for this position: 10

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