Unarmed Security Officer

Overview

Responsibilities

• Perform unarmed guard services. Work in a professional, complimentary manner IAW security post orders.
• Perform random patrol of building interior/exterior/external grounds.
• Manage Access Control and Surveillance (entry/exit/inside/outside of building)
• Monitor personnel access (entry/exit), visitor control and screening
• Monitor Security and Emergency Alarms and provide assistance as needed.
• Operate security equipment, X-Ray machines, magnetometers, and trace detection equipment.
• Advise and report breaches of security hardware to include broken locks, doors, non-working cameras, communications radios, etc.
• Maintain detailed, professional daily logs, incident reports & miscellaneous reporting and inspection support as required.
• Monitor/report suspicious activity.
• Conduct random screenings of individuals using handheld devices and a walk-through metal detector.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Possess a current Washington DC Security Guard License or Virgina Security Guard License.
• Possess a high school education or equivalent (such as GED Equivalency certificate) and two (2) years of experience in the position of performance.
• Possess operator level certification of Smith’s detection HI-SCAN X-Ray Inspection System.
• Capable of responding to emergencies.
• Successfully pass a criminal history background check conducted by the United States Park Police.
• Successfully pass a medical examination.
• Possess the ability to fluently speak, read, write, and understand the English language, to include reading, understanding, applying printed rules, and detailed instructions.
• Possess the ability to write clear, concise, and accurate reports.
• Possess the ability to meet and deal with the public.
• Experience in customer service is preferred.
• Must be able to work flexible hours.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, (MSWord, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), and Outlook.
• Knowledge of physical security and anti-terrorism/force protection for DoD facilities