Armed Proctective Security Officers (PSO), DHS / FPS - Silver Spring, MD

Protective Security Officers are responsible for meeting the local and federal requirements to perform duties as an armed officer.

The primary duties of a PSO may include but no limited to first response to emergencies, enforcing, conducting mobile patrols, inspections, and searches, responsible for access control and detecting, delaying, detaining, and or / apprehending persons attempting to gain unauthorized access to Government property otherwise violating laws, rules, and regulations in accordance with the Post Orders.

PSO must always be vigilant to observe.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Adhere to all company personnel and safety policies and perform all assigned duties in a safe working manner.
• Perform all tasks in accordance with the duties outlined in Post Orders
• Arrive at work in proper uniform and carrying needed, issued equipment.
• Participate in Guard Mount, receive assigned post, and copy any extra instructions.
• Use provided communication devices such as two-way radio in a clear and concise manner.
• Provided personal escort services for designated personnel, visitors, etc., when directed to do so by the COR.
• Conduct personnel, vehicular, building & facility checks, packages and parcel inspections.
• Carry firearm license / permit on person while on duty (Unless local or state law requires the contractor to maintain the records)
• Maintain hourly logs, detailed reports, and files of all incidents and occurrences during the tour of duty.
• Provide detailed reports on daily activities and / or incidents that may have occurred.
• Knowledgeable and able to effectively use magnetometer and X-ray machines.
• Ensure credentials are maintained per contract requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must have a customer service-driven mindset.
• Must be able to work flexible hours to include weekends and holidays if needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor and / or Project Manager

Minimum Requirements :

• Must have two (2) years of ( ARMED) security experience; two (2) years military or one (1) year law enforcement.
• Strong relevant knowledge of the security industry.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Security Guard Card.
• Ability to communicate effectively and present information to all levels of internal and external customers.

BTI Security is committed to hiring top-notch security professionals. Our industry-low turnover rate shows we know how to attract quality employees and retain them.

To help realize your full potential, BTI Security is committed to training our employees. We provide the opportunity for career growth and competitive compensation that rewards you for exceptional performance.

BTI Security is accepting applications for a Full-time / Part-time, (Armed) Protective Security Officer for our National Oceanice & Atmospheric Administration ( NOAA) contract located in Silver Spring, MD.

This is designated as an Essential position. BTI Security seeks to hire a high caliber of security guards who demonstrate professionalism and a solid commitment to protecting and securing our sites, staff, and clients