Protective Security Officer (FPS) - Annandale

• Access control
• Providing escorts
• Facility patrols
• Detaining individuals
• Assisting employees and visitors
• Responding to alarms
• Securing the facility
• Report writing
• Responding to emergencies, some of which may be life threatening
• Adherence to all applicable rules and regulations
• Perform duties in a professional manner
• Maintain situational awareness
• Basic computer skills

• May be exposed to stressful situations, such as challenging individuals who are in or approaching an unauthorized area
• Stand or walk constantly (for up to an entire shift) on various surfaces (tile, concrete, carpet)
• Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift, run as needed
• Occasionally bend/twist at waist/knees/neck to perform various duties
• Frequent moving and/or lifting

• United States citizenship or 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)
• Must have a minimum of two years of armed security experience, or one 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, and have resigned or retired in good standing, OR a minimum of two years of honorable service as a member of any US Armed Forces (Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard) component
• Minimum of High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) from an accredited institution of higher learning, or as identified on DD Form 214.
• Must fluently speak, read, comprehend English, and be able to compose written reports in English.
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Valid Driver's License and Social Security Card
• Either Virginia or DC Security License with "Armed" endorsement
• Pass drug screening and background investigation
• A reasonable level of physical fitness
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn security operations and procedures
• Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances
• Ability to adapt to changes in the environment and organization
• Must currently hold FPS (Federal Protective Service) credentials

• FPS 36-Hour or 64-Hour Basic Training
• NWDTP 16 Hour Exhibit
• DHS 8 Hour Orientation
• FPS Initial Weapons Training
• Baton and OC Spray Certification
• 36-Hour Basic Training Refresher (if Initial Basic Training is 3+ years old)
• First Aid/CPR/AED certifications - by American Red Cross or American Heart Association ONLY.

• Minimum of High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) from an accredited institution of higher learning, or as identified on DD Form 214.

• FPS Basic training
• 16hr NWDTP Exhibit
• DHS 8 Hour Orientation
• FPS Initial Weapons training
• Baton and OC Spray Certification
• Tri-Annual Refresher (if your basic training is 3+ years old)
• First Aid/CPR/AED certifications (by American Red Cross or American Heart Association)

• High School Diploma or GED

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