Security Police Officer

Centerra Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 47,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Centerra Group is seeking Security Police Officers to protect a Department of Energy facility and personnel. Candidates with military or law enforcement backgrounds are welcome; firearms qualification is required with annual testing.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens with a valid driver's license and must pass a comprehensive background check, drug screening, and medical/psychological evaluations. DOE (L) clearance or eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• No prior experience required; must pass DOE BSPOT course.
• DOE (L) security clearance or eligibility required.
• Must meet and maintain DOE Security Police Officer I standards.
• Effective communication skills in oral and written form.
• Ability to write clear and concise reports and observations.
• Prior armed security, law enforcement, or military experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Access control, foot patrols, vehicle patrols, medical emergency response.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Work inside a busy government facility with some outdoor work on the grounds.
• 12-hour shifts days or nights, including weekends and holidays; may lift up to 25 lbs.
• Extended standing, walking, sitting, squatting and bending during the day.
• Physical training twice per week.

Skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Physical fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Security Police Officers protect the premises, facilities, property and personnel utilized by the Department of Energy in performing missions for the United States Government. Applicants with former military, civilian law enforcement or armed/unarmed security experience are encouraged to apply. Marksmanship experience is highly preferred as semi-annual firearms qualifications with a minimum standard score of 80% is required. Applicants must be U.S citizens and have a valid driver's license. A rigorous background investigation including criminal history check, credit check, pre-employment drug screening, physical and psychological examinations will be conducted. Due to the armed nature of the position, personnel with arrests for domestic violence or who are the subject of a protective order will not be considered.

Pay Transparency

Pay Rate: $41.37/hr.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Access control, foot patrols, vehicle patrols, medical emergency response


• Other duties as assigned.


• Work is typically based inside a busy government facility with some outside work on the facility grounds.


• Work hours are 12-hour shifts, days or nights, to include weekends and holidays. May be required to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 25 lbs.


• Requires extended standing, walking, sitting, squatting, and bending throughout the workday.


• Required to perform physical training twice per week.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:Applicant must possess a high school diploma, or its state recognized equivalent.


• Experience: None (must successfully pass DOE BSPOT course).


• Clearance: At a minimum, the individual must possess a DOE (L) security clearance or must meet the eligibility requirements that will reasonably ensure a DOE (L) clearance is obtained.


• Training: Applicant must meet and maintain DOE Security Police Officer I standards as defined by 10 CFR 1046 and DOE Orders and Directives.


• Applicant must be capable of communicating effectively both in oral and written form.


• Applicant must have demonstrated the ability to write reports and observations clearly and concisely.


• Prior armed security, law enforcement, and military experience preferred.

BENEFITS

Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflect its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Vet