Armed Security Officer

Overview

Diversified Protection Corporation

Diversified Protection Corporation (DPC) is a trusted provider of integrated security solutions for private and public entities. We offer a full spectrum of services from training and risk assessments to armed security guards. As a company with two decades of experience, our clients include the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Protective Services (DHS/FPS); Department of Defense, Pentagon Force Protection Agency (DoD/PFPA), Department of the Army and Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security (DoS/DS) National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of Energy (DOE).

Job Details

Armed Security Officer for Environmental Protection Agency

Pay Rate: $35.07 hourly

Shift Needed: (Day Shift) Fri. - Sun. 0600-1800 / OFF Days: Mon - Thurs.- FT (36 hours per week)

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 U.S. Citizen

Must be 21 years of age

Must be a High school/GED graduate

Must have 2 Years of Armed Security/Law enforcement or three years of Military Service with Honorable Discharge Must have the OPOTA 20 Hr.-private Security Certificate.

Must be able to pass the Physical Fitness Test Must be able to pass Background Investigation

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

The applicant is required to 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 Site Approval from Client

Ohio Guard License

First Aid, CPR, AED

Firearms Qualification

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED

Additional Information / Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Days
• Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Life Insurance