ARMED SECURITY OFFICER / ARMED SITE SUPERVSIOR

Washington, D.C.

PGS USA Security is seeking an experienced Armed Security Officer to provide security services for a national media organization located in the heart of Washington, D.C.

This is a high-profile assignment requiring a highly professional, physically fit individual with strong law-enforcement experience, excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to respond effectively to security incidents and emergencies.

COMPENSATION

Salary: $79,000–$93,600 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Retired in good standing from one of the following:
  • Secret Service
  • NCIS
  • Metropolitan Police Department (MPD)
  • S. Park Police (USPP)
  • S. Capitol Police (USCP)
  • Montgomery County (PD)
  • Prince George County (PD)
• Current District of Columbia Special Police Officer (SPO) license
• Current authorization/qualification to work armed in the District of Columbia
• Prior law-enforcement or professional security experience
• Active Shooter/Active Threat training
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and customer-service skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Excellent situational awareness and observational skills
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during high-stress situations
• Physically fit and capable of performing the essential duties of the position
• Ability to pass all required company and client screening requirements

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide a highly visible, professional armed security presence at the assigned national media facility.
• Protect employees, executives, visitors, guests, and client property.
• Monitor access control, visitor screening, employee entrances, and restricted areas.
• Respond promptly and appropriately to security incidents, emergencies, alarms, disturbances, and threats.
• Maintain a high level of situational awareness and identify potential security concerns before they escalate.
• Respond to active-threat/active-shooter situations in accordance with established procedures and training.
• Conduct security patrols and inspections as assigned.
• Enforce client security policies, post orders, and procedures.
• Maintain accurate incident reports and daily activity reports.
• Communicate effectively with client management, PGS USA supervisors, fellow security officers, and law-enforcement personnel.
• Coordinate with MPD and other emergency responders when necessary.
• Exercise sound judgment regarding the appropriate use of force and escalation of incidents.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding client operations, personnel, security procedures, and sensitive information.
• Provide professional customer service while maintaining a strong security posture.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will be a retired MPD, U.S. Park Police, or U.S. Capitol Police officer in good standing who brings significant law-enforcement experience and understands the demands of protecting a high-profile media facility.

Candidates must be comfortable working around executives, journalists, producers, visitors, and members of the public. The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism, maturity, excellent judgment, and the ability to function effectively in a fast-paced environment.

PHYSICAL & PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The position requires an individual who is physically capable of standing and walking for extended periods, conducting security patrols, and responding quickly to emergencies.

Candidates must maintain a professional appearance and demeanor and demonstrate the judgment, maturity, emotional control, and situational awareness expected of an experienced law-enforcement professional.

LICENSE & COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS

A current D.C. Special Police Officer (SPO) license is mandatory.

Candidates must maintain all required D.C. licensing, firearms qualifications, training, and certifications necessary to legally perform armed security duties in the District.

POSITION DETAILS

Title: Armed Security Officer
Location: Washington, D.C.
Assignment: National Media Facility
Salary: $79,000–$93,600 annually, depending on qualifications and experience
Employment Type: Security Services / Client Assignment
Licensing: D.C. SPO License Required
Firearm: Armed Position

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified candidates should submit a resume outlining their law-enforcement career, retirement status, D.C. SPO license status, firearms qualifications, and active-threat/active-shooter training.

PGS USA Security is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Only candidates meeting the stated law-enforcement, licensing, and qualification requirements will be considered.