Special police job description

Job DescriptionArmed Special Police Officer - SPO - $27/hr - Hiring Immediately

HIRING IMMEDIATELY

Sunstates Security is currently hiring an Armed SPO for a 1st shift weekday post in Washington, DC. This position offers a starting pay rate of $27.00/hr - with weekly pay.

Industry-leading employee benefits that include weekly pay, 401k savings plan with a company match, affordable medical, dental & vision benefits, employee referral bonuses, paid time off, premium holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, and more – available for qualified candidates!

Requirements:

• Current DC Armed SPO License
• Must be Covid vaccinated
• Prior security supervisory experience
• Experience managing security schedules/payroll
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Strong computer skills
• Stable work history and reliable transportation
• Professional appearance

A Security Officer may perform a multitude of duties as specified by the Post Orders and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). The Security Officer will read and become extremely knowledgeable of Post Orders/SOP and will be able to act quickly and efficiently according to such directives. Sun123

Join one of the fastest-growing and largest privately-held security companies in the U.S.! Since 1998, Sunstates Security has established a reputation for providing excellent customer service and quality work environments while being recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers in 2021 and 2022. At Sunstates Security, we're committed to hiring, developing and retaining a diverse and exceptionally qualified workforce. As a result, our employees are skilled, knowledgeable and dedicated to providing clients with flawless security service and the peace of mind that comes with it.

We work hard to recruit and to retain the best and the brightest people for each client and every site location. We instill in our employees the Sunstates promise to provide a safe, disciplined and friendly work environment with an opportunity for career advancement.

If you're searching for a career with challenging and rewarding opportunities, we invite you to explore the possibilities at Sunstates Security. As a proactive security partner for some of the country's leading companies and organizations, we provide careers for talented people to become part of a successful, growing company.

Only candidates who meet our rigorous employment standards and who are excellent matches for open positions are invited to join our security team.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and supporter of our military veterans!

Reporting to the Manager of Security, the Special Police Officer, licensed with the Security Officer Management Branch, provides a safe and pleasant environment for all visitors, guests and employees to the property. Special Police Officer performs protective and enforcement functions when coping with undesired behavior, disturbance, crime, threats of life and property. In all situations, the Officers perform their duties in a courteous, professional and restrained manner, through legal methods approved and in compliance with provisions of the District of Columbia Code, Sections 4-114 and 4-115 and company policies.

This is a part-time, year round position designated as an "essential employee." As such, the Special Police Officer may be required to stay beyond regular work hours and/or report in from off-duty to assist with minimum staffing coverage.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Covers the overlap between main shift transitions, vacations, sick days, and leave of absences as needed.

+ Performs duties in a respectful, professional and dignified manner ensuring compliance with established standards.

+ Conducts the required patrols as outlined by your Post Instructions and Supervisor Informational Updates in a manner that is investigative, complete, competent and dedicated to the standards of the company.

+ Responsible for maintaining order on the property, utilizing the respect, care and to the greatest extent possible, positive customer service in dealing with guests, visitors, employees and unknown individuals.

+ Responsible for ensuring that trespassers and undesirable individuals are kept off of the property, utilizing the legal methods outlined in the provided policies and procedures. Take recommended action to deal with undesired conduct and law violations in compliance with established policy; make no mistaken accusations.

+ Prepared to take immediate and appropriate action in responding to emergencies, situations and events as situations dictate.

+ Submit well-written and comprehensive reports setting forth facts of complaints, observations, actions taken and investigative findings.

+ Advise the Supervisor, On-Duty-Manager of all activities that would be of interest, importance or concern regarding the property or any activity at the Stadium.

+ May drive full time staff to and from the ballpark on gamedays.

+ Complete all duties as otherwise assigned in a timely and professional manner.

Requirements:

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

+ High school diploma; Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school preferred.

+ Two years related experience and/or training.

+ Must be a U.S Citizen.

+ Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

+ Valid Driver's License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities necessary to perform essential functions

+ Excellent organizational abilities to handle multiple tasks, establish priorities, deliver effective results and consistently meet tight deadlines and targets.

+ Understands the need for data integrity and pays attention to maintaining accurate and timely data.

+ An effective communicator orally and written with excellent interpersonal skills.

+ Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Internet manipulation.

+ Competent keyboard skills to produce accurate and well presented documents.

+ Ability to operate under pressure.

+ Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays as needed

+ Strong ability to create and thrive in a team environment.

+ Attention to detail including excellent time management and organizational skills.

+ Strong work ethic and a desire to build a career in professional sports.

+ Uphold Core Values: Excellence, Performance, and Accountability. These core values set the tone in everything we do, help us succeed on and off the field, make a difference in the community and provide the best guest experience in sports. It is important that the person in the position commits themselves to these core values so that we can constantly move forward in the same direction - Together.

+ Knowledge of MLB Security policies and procedures preferred.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

+ Job requires employee to function in a high activity and heavily crowded outdoor professional sports venue. May work at heights. Employee will be exposed to inclement weather of varying degrees. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for long periods of time, walk long distances, and climb up/down stairs. The employee is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or sit and must lift and/or move up to 45 pounds.

All applicants for employment at the Washington Nationals are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencing employment. Applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment will be required to produce proof of vaccination status prior to their first day of employment. Applicants with qualifying disabilities or bona fide religious objections may be exempted from this requirement or otherwise accommodated if they are unable to be vaccinated.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

+ High School or better

+ Associates or better

+ Technical/other training or better

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Location:

DC/MD/VA Metro Locations

Full/Part Time:

Full-Time

Posting Open-Close

07/21/2022

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10/18/2022

Union

639

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

**Job Description**

**Marketing Statement**

Special Police Officers are responsible for performing safety and security work by protecting and controlling access to Metro's numerous rail yards, bus divisions, and facilities. The Special Police Unit operates, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week to ensure the safety of the employees and our visitors. This position offers a starting annual salary of $41,721. WMATA offers a rich benefit package to include health, dental, group life insurance, paid holidays, annual and sick leave, 457 Deferred Compensation Plan and 401A Retirement Plan as well as tuition reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, and free transportation on Metrobus and rail.

**Minimum Qualifications**

**Education**

+ High school diploma or possession of a general equivalency diploma (GED)

**Experience**

+ No prior work experience is required.

**Certification/Licensure**

+ Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the state of residency

**Preferred**

**Experience**

+ Two (2) years of Customer Service experience

**Medical Group**

Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.

**Job Summary**

The Special Police Officer position is responsible for performing police safety and security work. The incumbent will be responsible for security and control of the assigned areas and the enforcement of the Authority's regulations. Work is performed with some independence in accordance with established policies and procedures, supplemented by periodic instruction and meeting. The employee performs routine work for the Authority. The duties are performed during varying shifts as required. Supervision will be from the shift supervisor assigned.

**Essential Functions**

+ Provides protection of the Authority's personnel and property to prevent vandalism.

+ Patrols on foot or using a vehicle to detect, investigate, and report situations which differ from normal such as open doors, broken windows, power failures, fires, or safety hazards.

+ Assures that only authorized persons enter the Authority's property.

+ Maintains radio/telephone contact with the Authority's Police Headquarters and Local Police Headquarters, if appropriate.

+ Directs traffic on Authority property.

+ Warns persons of rule infractions or violations, and apprehends or evicts violators from premises, using force when necessary.

+ Operates detecting devices to screen individuals and prevent passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.

+ Inspects and adjusts security systems, equipment, and machinery to ensure operational use and to detect evidence tampering.

+ Prepares report of daily activities to include any irregularities. Maintains the building/area security log, equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, and/or other unusual occurrences.

+ Utilizes watch tour equipment such as radio, and Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) spray as required.

**The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.**

**Evaluation Criteria**

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:

+ Skills and/or behavioral assessment

+ Personal interview

+ Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)

+ Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)

+ Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)

+ Review of a current motor vehicle report

**Closing**

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.