Contract Security Officer

The Contract Security Officer will enforce physical security and safeguarding of FAA employees, facilities and USG property and assets from loss, theft, damage, unauthorized use, criminal acts, espionage, sabotage and terrorism. The well trained CSO will effectively conduct visitor and vehicle control and screening, monitor or respond to facility cameras and alarms from intrusion detection systems, perform magnetometer and x-ray screening, and other duties as outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW).

• →Responsible for the day-to-day physical security of the FAA MN/MI campuses
• →Frequent contact with the general public, law enforcement, and dispatch center, requiring the ability to speak clearly and distinctly and remain calm in stressful situations.
• →Ability to maintain a high degree of alertness, with the ability to mentally and physically react quickly to a variety of unexpected and dangerous situations.
• →Ability to use post security equipment (magnetometers, X-Rays, and CCTV); ability to use handcuffs, baton, OC spray and a firearm at any time while on duty.
• →Ability to read and understand post assignments, write reports, and respond to both routine and emergency dispatches.
• →Conduct foot patrols in accordance with routes and schedules.
• →Pursue fleeing individuals and notify 911
• →Ability to subdue violent or potentially disturbed individuals, or intervene in a crisis situation, provide First-Aid/CPR while waiting for the arrival of paramedics or other emergency personnel.
• →Occasional running, sprinting, lifting heavy weight, moving heavy objects, climbing stairs, responding to emergencies, and ensuring timely and complete facility evacuations. Exposure to inclement weather, loud noises to include but not limited gun fire, and long periods of activity. Must be able to stand for the duration of a 12-hour shift to include indoor and outdoor day and nighttime.
• →Able to remain with out eating or receiving bladder/bowl breaks for up to four (4) consecutive hours.
• →Care for and maintain assigned firearms and all issued equipment.
• →Be able to draw and discharge weapon to protect self of third party on FAA property.
• →Be able to pass and maintain firearm qualifications
• →Perform other work-related duties as may be assigned by the Captain and/or Project Manager.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• →Must be at least 21 years of age and a US citizen with social security card.
• →High school diploma or equivalent required.
• →Fluently speak, read and write English.
• →Three (3) years of experience of security experience within the past 5 (5) years or
• →Associate Degree in a related field plus one (1) year of security experience OR
• →Three (3) years of military experience (active, reserve or National Guard either be currently serving or honorably discharged OR
• →Successful completion of a State certified Police Officers Standard Training (POST) certification course OR
• →Possess a reasonable combination of one (1) through three (3) and approved by the Client.
• →If military, must be Honorably Discharged
• →Pass a background and credit check
• →Be free from felony conviction and misdemeanor crime of domestic violence
• →Ability to pass a contract required medical and drug screen.
• →Ability to obtain a Moderate Risk Public Trust MRPT.
• →Attention to detail is critical with this position.
• →Able to write official reports in English that are grammatically correct and technically accurate.
• →Highly proficient with a computer to include Microsoft Office software.
• →Must have a good working knowledge of security operations and safety practices in a business environment.
• →Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with staff and the public; to prepare, understand, and follow standard operating procedures; to perform duties in a professional manner; to write and investigate required reports; to make independent and good judgment decisions within proper policy and procedures and to maintain all contract required credentials.
• →Successfully pass all training requirements.
• →Must obtain a MN/MI conceal/carry firearms permit.