What are the responsibilities and job description for the Protective Service Officer - New Bedford, MA position at Diversified Protection Corporation?
Protective Service Officer - FPS MA - New Bedford, MA
Pay Rate: $35.80 per hour
Objective
This position is under the direct supervision of the Project Manager and is responsible for the protection, safeguarding, and security of assets, personnel, customers, and all visitors.
Essential Functions
Read and understand the English language to effectively carry out applied printed rules, detailed orders, instructions, and training materials. Have a command of both the written and spoken English language to properly communicate in person or via electronic devices (telephone and radio) with co-workers and the general public. The ability to maintain a professional, tactful and courteous demeanor under stressful situations security personnel routinely encounter. Be able to compose precise short paragraphs, written reports, and other reports in the English language as necessary.
Job Duties
- Performs security patrols.
- Enforces access control procedures.
- Protects property from theft, embezzlement, sabotage, fire, and accidents.
- Investigates and write reports on accidents, incidents, suspicious activities, safety and fire hazards, and other security-related situations.
- Assist customers, employees, and visitors in following the department's procedures.
- May perform other related duties as assigned by a security Lieutenant and/or security Project Manager.
Candidate Qualifications:
- Must be 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 OR a U.S. Citizen
- Must have been issued a Social Security Card by the Social Security Administration
- Must be 21 years of age
- Must be a high school/GED graduate
- Must have one of the following: 2 years of armed security experience or law enforcement OR 2 years of military service (active duty or reserve) with an honorable discharge
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
The applicant must submit to a pre-employment medical exam and drug screening.
The applicant must be able to pass an NLIC / State / Local Background check and Credit check (as applicable).
Favorable FPS Fitness Determination (Suitability)
State License
40 Hour Initial Weapons
36 Hour Basic Training
Tri-Annual Refresher Training
MEB
OC
First Aid, CPR, AED
FPS Orientation
FPS NWDTP
FPS Firearms Qualification
Diversified Protection Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
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