Off Duty Officer - Part Time

Off Duty Officer - Part Time

Tysons Corner, VA 22043

Overview

Salary Range $40.00 - $40.00 Hourly Position Type Part Time

Description

About the role:

The Off-Duty Officer (ODO) provides a safe and secure environment for the client. The ODO focuses on specialized client management, with an emphasis on advanced planning, threat assessment, and problem-solving. Management can be implemented through one-on-one security protection, residential protection, and/or an elaborate tracking or monitoring system. The ODO team is selected from a cross-section of Federal, State, and local law enforcement to provide security services for Fortune 500 companies, entertainment industry executives, major special events, and any other venue requiring a secure presence. The ODO reports to the Operations Manager.

The Off Duty Officer (ODO) supports all divisions of the company, including but not limited to Retail, Special Operations, and Operations In this role, your responsibilities will be:

  • Must be flexible and possess the ability to function in stressful situations
  • Ability to work independently and provide exceptional customer service to our clients
  • Build a safe and friendly setting for visitors and clients in a professional manner, as well as safeguarding client assets
  • Observe for unusual activity and respond immediately and safely to emergencies on-site
  • Investigation and surveillance support
  • Product escort
  • Executive protection
  • Perform other related duties as required
Qualifications

As a candidate, you must have:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

• Three plus years of law enforcement experience

• Active/retired law enforcement

• POST certification

• Active CCW and Exposed Firearms permits

• Proof of annual firearms requalification OR annual firearms training course

• Complete and maintain state guard certification as prescribed by presiding state law, as well as all client-requested certification; all documentation and fees are the responsibility of the employee unless otherwise noted

• Must be a dependable team player with business maturity and enthusiasm, with the ability to deliver a high level of customer service

• Domestic and/or International Travel up to 50% of time may be required

• Have flexibility to work any shifts on any day of the week (Mon-Sun) and willingness to assist the team with overtime when needed

We offer:

• $40 per hour

• Paid Time Off, including Sick/Safe Time

• A dynamic and challenging work environment with opportunity for growth

Security Industry Specialists, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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