Armed Protective Security Officer - MD at Hana Industries Inc.

Lanham, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Access Control, Emergency Response, Patrolling, Security Protocol Adherence, Report Writing, CCTV Monitoring, Customer Service, Conflict De-escalation, Firearm Proficiency, Physical Fitness, Teamwork, Situational Awareness, Computer Operation, Licensing Compliance, Defensive Tactics, Incident Documentation

Industry

Security and Investigations

Description

Description Hana Industries, Inc. is a professional services company serving clients in the federal government and military sectors. Hana has built an excellent reputation through our partnerships within the Department of Defense, Homeland Security, and commercial services industry across the nation. Join our dynamic team Hana Industries is recruiting for an Armed Protective Security Officers (PSO) to join our team at the IRS Building in New Carrollton, Maryland. Background Prerequisites Must undergo and meet company standards for background and reference checks for this assignment going back 7 years, controlled substance testing, may need to meet physical examination requirements, government-based background check and behavioral selection survey, in addition to any mandatory licensing requirements. Duties and Responsibilities Controls access to facility through the admittance process; precludes unauthorized access to facilities, and the conversion, theft or intentional destruction of physical assets; assists visitors with a legitimate need to gain entry to the facility; screens visitors and client employees in an efficient manner in order to expedite their admittance to the site or facility Responds to unusual or emergency situations using the appropriate escalation of force level up to and including armed response following established protocol for the site and as dictated by the situation, by the company, and through required training and licensing; maintains proficiency in the use of all assigned protective equipment, restraint devices and weapons as required Provides an atmosphere in which all client employees and visitors know that the client responds to and cares about their needs; provides a courteous, respectful, and pleasant interaction with each client employee and visitor as perceived from their point of view; presents a good image of the client and its security department Communicates in a manner that is open, honest and responsive in all situations; provides information, to the extent authorized, regarding the site and surrounding area as requested by visitors Monitors entrances and exits; acts to prevent unapproved or unlawful entry; controls entrances, the movement of people and vehicles, and parking; operates a gate and examines vehicle contents; monitors remote entrances using closed circuit television; operates remote access devices; calmly directs persons who cause a disturbance to leave the property Patrols assigned site on foot or in vehicle; checks for unsafe conditions, hazards, unlocked doors, security violations, blocked ingress and egress, mechanical problems, and unauthorized persons; inspects buildings and grounds using appropriate equipment and protective gear Protects evidence or scene of incident in the event of accidents, emergencies, or security investigations; sets up barriers and signage, and provides direction or information to others Prepares logs or reports as required for site; writes or types reports or enters information in a computer using standard grammar; inspects security control logs and takes action as required Observes and reports incidents or suspicious activity to client representatives, company management, life/safety personnel or public safety authorities as appropriate for the circumstances and/or as required by the site Responds to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, flooding, water discharge, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, inclement weather, and other incidents or conditions following procedures established for the site, by the company, and/or through training or certification Carries out specific tasks and duties of a similar nature and scope as required for the assigned site. Requirements Competencies (as demonstrated through experience, training, and/or testing) Must be able to meet and continue to meet any applicable state, county and municipal licensing requirements Must be able to obtain a DHS Suitability Letter Clearance (Candidates with DHS Suitability current Preferred) Maryland Security Guard License Maryland Handgun Permit A minimum of two (2) years of security (armed) or one (1) year of law enforcement experience in a full-duty status with full-service police department in a municipality, state, or federal law enforcement within the US, and have resigned or retired in good standing; or a minimum of two (2) years of honorable service as a member of any US Armed Forces (Army, Air Force, Marines, Navy, Coast Guard) Willingness to work evenings, overnights, and weekends as required Be a United States citizen; or a Lawful Permanent Resident who is currently a member of, or who possesses a verifiable honorable discharge from, any component the United States Armed Forces Been issued a Social Security Card by the Social Security Administration Received a High School Diploma from an accredited learning institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or as identified on a DD 214; or received a General Equivalency Diploma from an accredited learning institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or as identified on a DD 214; or a minimum of 60 credit hours, in a related field, from an accredited learning institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; or successful completion of a federal/state certified law enforcement education and training or police officer’s standard training course that may result in a law enforcement appointment or commission Shall fluently speak, read, comprehend, and compose coherent written reports in English More than 2 years Armed Security or Police working experience Must be able to meet and continue to meet requirements for specific skills, certifications or authorizations specified for the assigned site Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagrammatic form and the ability to write routine correspondence, including logs and reports Ability to interact in a professional manner in both individual and group settings Ability to make minor decisions in accordance with rules and regulations as they apply to work problems Ability to be an effective team member; to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances; to adapt to changes in the external environment and organization and possess good organizational skills Ability to provide high quality customer service. Courteous telephone manner: good interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively at various social levels and across diverse cultures Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department. Working Conditions With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to perform effectively all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include: Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations May be exposed to or required to handle sensitive and confidential information Required to respond to emergencies May be exposed to stressful situations, such as challenging individuals who are in or approaching an unauthorized area May be required to work overtime without advance notice. May be required to work rotating shifts Required ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently Work is performed inside and outside the property with exposure to inclement weather and unpredictable crisis situations Shift work required Ability to remain on post up to four (4) consecutive hours without eating, drinking, or relieving oneself Frequent and prolonged walking, standing, sitting, and stooping, up to 12 hours per day, either indoors or outdoors, during daytime or nighttime. May be required to utilize skills for keyboarding, basic computer usage and operating controls Must be able to see, hear, speak, and write clearly in order to communicate with employees and clients, observe and report incidents, and direct others. Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic and Supplemental Life, Disability Insurance, Retirement, Flexible Spending, Paid Holidays and Vacation + more! Hana and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We also participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. To learn more about who we are and the service we provide please see our company website http://huiohanapono.com/companies/

Responsibilities

Officers are responsible for controlling facility access, screening visitors, and responding to unusual or emergency situations using appropriate force levels up to armed response following established protocols. They must also maintain a professional atmosphere, monitor entrances and exits, and conduct regular patrols to check for hazards and security violations.