Special Police Officer

Paragon Systems, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking security firm as a Special Police Officer, where your role will be pivotal in ensuring the safety and security of facilities and personnel. This position requires keen observation skills and the ability to respond effectively to emergencies. You will be responsible for monitoring access to facilities, conducting inspections, and enforcing regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in armed security and a background in Criminal Justice. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in a vital role within the community.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and possess a valid Driver's License.
• Ideal candidates should have 3+ years of armed guard experience.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report activities while ensuring security and safety.
• Respond to emergencies and enforce regulations at the site.

Skills

Observation Skills

Emergency Response

Security Protocols

Report Writing

Conflict Resolution

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Criminal Justice

Tools

Fire Control Equipment

Protection Devices

Job description

Position Summary

As a Paragon Special Police Officer (SPO) you will observe and report activities and incidents while assigned to your work site. This includes providing for the security and safety of facilities, property, and personnel.

Additionally, primary responsibilities include precluding unauthorized access to facilities, responding to unusual or emergency situations, using appropriate escalation of force level up to and including armed response as dictated by the situation and protocol, making periodic tours to check for irregularities and inspecting protection devices and fire control equipment. Lastly, duties also include preserving order and acting to enforce regulations/directives for the site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and premises.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• The functions listed describe the business purpose of this job. Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. The employee might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified according to business necessity.
• All assigned duties or tasks are deemed to be part of the essential functions unless such duties or tasks are unrelated to the functions listed, in which case they are deemed to be other (non-essential) functions.
• Employees are held accountable for successful job performance. Job performance standards may be documented separately and may include functions, objectives, duties, or tasks not specifically listed herein.
• In performing functions, duties, or tasks, employees are required to know and follow safe work practices and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Employees are required to notify superiors upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions.

Minimum Required Standards, Education, Licenses, Certifications:

• Authorized to work in the United States (U.S. citizens preferable).
• At minimum, possess a High School Diploma or GED equivalent (see additional required “Specific Experience”).
• Possess a valid Driver's License.
• Successfully pass standard background checks, as per Licensing requirements.
• Must submit to an extensive background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications, and Department of Motor Vehicle and credit checks if applicable.
• Successfully pass drug screening, as per Licensing requirements; may be subject to random drug testing.
• Ideal candidates have at least three (3) years of armed guard experience and possess a valid Armed Special Police Officer license and be willing to transfer to Paragon Systems if offered the position.

Specific Experience Required:

Possess an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice (or 60 credit hours with 27 hours in core curriculum) from a fully accredited Institution and have been employed in the field of Criminal Justice during the past year and have the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

VA License Number: 11-4665 | NV PILB Lic #1411