Armed Special Police Officer (Full-Time)
Security Police Officer at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Headquarters in Washington D.C.
Seeking excellent Full-time candidates to serve at the Headquarters of the USDA in downtown Washington D.C. on Independence Avenue. This is a high-profile position that serves to protect and represent the USDA. The USDA receives many public visitors, dignitaries and top government officials of the United States and foreign countries. This position requires exceptional professionalism, appearance, and courteous behavior. We are seeking Security Police Officer’s who will effectively interact with all persons they come into contact with as well as be able to effectively respond to security and emergency situations in service to the Secretary of the USDA, USDA’s work force and all visitors to the USDA.
COMPENSATION
Rates as of December 1, 2024
Overtime rate will be $55.64 (time and a half based off base hourly rate) Eligible for overtime pay for actual hours worked over forty per work week.
42.02 stright-time rate. Total hourly rate of compensation (up to 40 hours per week). The breakdown is as follows :
- 37.09 / hr base pay
- Health and Welfare $4.93 / hr (up to 40 hours per week)
401k of $0.77 / hr (up to 40 hours per week)
From now until November 30, 2024, the rates are :
Overtime rate is $53.89 / hr (time and a half based on base hourly rate) Eligible for overtime pay for actual hours worked over forty per work week.
40.46 Straight-time rate. Total hourly rate of compensation (up to 40 hours per week). The breakdown is as follows :
35.89 / hr base payHealth and Welfare $4.57 / hr (up to 40 hours per week)401k of $0.72 / hr (up to 40 hours per week)Paid on a semi-monthly pay scheduleThe position is considered non-exempt by the company in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act.In addition to your monetary compensation, you will be eligible to participate in the following benefits in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement :
Paid vacation as follows : 10 days each year for the first 5 years of employment, (granted on your original anniversary date.) Thereafter, you will earn 15 days of paid vacation72 personal / sick hours annually11 days paid holidays annuallyHealth insurance programs. Optional coverage for family members as well as vision and dental plans are available.401K programJOB DUTIES
Shifts may be fixed or may rotate depending on the client's needs.
Duties include, but are not limited to :
Stand postsRespond to emergency situations using training techniques, laws / regulations, and good judgment.Report suspicious activitiesRespond to threats to the clientSafeguard the personnel, guests, visitors, and property of the clientConduct stationary and roving patrolsCommunicate with and provide assistance to the publicPrepare reports and duty logsReport security incidents or hazardous conditions including detecting suspicious behavior among visitors and clientsScreen employees, guests, and visitors at the client's facilitiesIssue and control visitor's passesMonitor Security alarms or fire systemsInvestigate / assist with accidents or robberiesParticipate and assist with emergency evacuationsStand for prolonged periods of timePatrol the interior and perimeter of the buildings that are several blocks in all weather conditionsApprehend perpetratorsDefuse stressful situations and prevent them from escalatingRequirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Three years of security, law enforcement or military experience within past seven yearsMust be at least 21 years oldMust be a U.S. CitizenMust be able to pass a background checkSuccessful completion of a state-certified Law Enforcement Education and Training or Police Officers Standard Training courseMust be able to pass CPR, First Aid and MEB certificationsPSOs shall fluently speak, read, comprehend, and compose coherent written reports in EnglishMust complete and pass a medical examMust complete and pass the physical testingMaintain a professional, well-groomed appearance at all timesQualify with a 9mm weapon; Glock 17Must pass a drug / alcohol screeningNo Felonies / Domestic Abuse / Violence chargesNo DUI convictionsMust be able to provide a 1) Resume, 2) Social Security Card, 3) Birth Certificate, and 4) Copy of DD214 (If prior military)Must successfully pass the requalification program annually (including random drug and alcohol screening)Must be of sound mind and have good judgment and must be able to demonstrate good judgment in the execution of duties job performance.Must be able to read, understand and apply printed rules, detailed orders, instructions and training materials printed in the English language.Must maintain poise and self-control under stressMust be able to write clear, concise and detailed reports in the English LanguageMust adhere to the government (and FPS) grooming standards (no beards, no jewelry, no long fingernails etc..)Required
DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (DHS) SUITABILITYICE courseBaton CertifiedOC Pepper spray certifiedFirst Aid, CPR, AED certifiedALERT training certified40-hour DHS Security Officer course certifiedArmed SPO license (D.C.)Preferred
Federal Services Training Academy (FSTA) certifiedBenefits
41.66 straight-time rate. Total hourly rate of compensation (up to 40 hours per week). The breakdown is as follows :
37.09 / hr base payHealth and Welfare $4.57 / hr (up to 40 hours per week)401k of $0.77 / hr (up to 40 hours per week)Paid on a semi-monthly pay scheduleThe position is considered non-exempt by the company in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act.Overtime rate will be $55.63 (time and a half based off base hourly rate) Eligible for overtime pay for actual hours worked over forty per work week.In addition to your monetary compensation, you will be eligible to participate in the following benefits in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement :
Paid vacation as follows : 10 days each year for the first 5 years of employment, (granted on your original anniversary date.) Thereafter, you will earn 15 days of paid vacation72 personal / sick hours annually11 days paid holidays annuallyHealth insurance programs. Optional coverage for family members as well as vision and dental plans are available.401K program
Salary : $42 - $56
