Overview
Washington Junior National Security and International Trade Associate Jobs in Washington, DC at K&L Gates
Compensation and Anticipated Hours:
$21.00/hour
Benefits:
3 Medical Plan Choices for full medical coverage
Optional Health Savings Account
Vision
Dental
401K with employer matching dollar for dollar match from 1-3%, 50% Employer Match
on 4-5%
Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
Earned Sick and Safe Leave accrued at 1 hour for every 30 hours worked
Paid training
Defined vertical mobility and promotion opportunity
Job Summary
In this role Physical Security Officers (PSO’s) can expect to be working in demanding and fast
paced environments. PSO’s may find themselves working in a wide range of areas to include
medical centers, government facilities, hospitality venues and public events. Additionally PSOs
may be asked to work with a firearm. The PSOs mission is to protect all people, information and
property assigned, while delivering on high end customer service. PSOs represent the front line
of our security services.
Job Duties / Essential Functions
Delivering high end customer service
Responding to emergencies
Deterring and preventing crime
Performing ingress/ egress control procedures
Investigating incidents
Completing daily logs and incident reports
Conducting regular walking or vehicle patrols
Building and Maintaining a professional rapport with clients, guests and co-workers
De-escalating conflicts
Monitoring CCTV cameras
Performing other related duties as assigned
Skills / Qualifications
ACT 235 (current)
21 years of age
Current and valid DL
High school diploma or GED
(1) year experience in armed security recommended
Must be able to pass PAT and ASO course
Must be able to pass drug screen
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Proficient time management skills
Reliable transportation
Excellent de-escalation skills
Proficient firearms skills
Extensive use of force knowledge
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background investigation, urinalysis screening and OPS training requirements
Appearance:
Officers shall maintain their hair in a neat, clean, and combed professional appearance
Beards and mustaches must be clean and neatly trimmed.
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions
These are physical and mental requirements of the position as it is typically performed. Inability to meet one or more of these physical or mental requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position. Upon request for a reasonable accommodation, the Company may be able to adjust or excuse one or more of these requirements, depending on the requirement, the essential functions to which it relates, and the proposed accommodation.
Ability to work under stress / pressure
Ability to lift 25 pounds
Ability to wear a uniform
Ability to pass Physical Agility Test (PAT) Consisting of;
Run 100 meters in 66 seconds or less in Armed Security Officer designated uniform; followed by a 10 min break;
Perform 30 push-ups (no time limit) followed by a 30 min break. If you rest during the push-ups, you must rest in the up position. Foam block will be in place for push up stop point.
Perform 26 sit-ups (no time limit). If you rest during the sit-ups, you must rest in the up position.
Ability to use force, up to and including deadly force, when reasonably justified
Our Mission:
To lead the way in caring for, compensating and offering careers to our people, who in turn provide unparalleled professional services to our clients.
Our Virtues:
People First: Treat people with dignity and respect and help them become who they are capable of becoming.
Servant Leadership: Continuously improve and bring out excellence in others by modeling it yourself.
Accountability: Stay loyal to what you said you would do long after the mood you said it in has changed.
Diligence: Proceed on the course you laid out knowing that all good things come with time, effort and creativity.
Integrity: Give people a reason to trust you knowing that a true measure of character is what you do without reward and how you treat those who can do nothing for you.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.
At-Will Employment
Employment with OPS Security Group is voluntary and subject to termination by the employee or OPS Security Group at will, with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time.
Nothing in this document shall be interpreted to conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of OPS Security Group employees.
Licenses & Certifications
Required
ACT235 Certified
Skills
Preferred
Military (Current/Retired)
Law Enforcement Officer (Retired)
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Title: Washington Junior National Security and International Trade Associate
Company: K&L Gates
Location: Washington, DC
