Armed Protective Security Officer - Sandusky, OH

Armed Protective Security Officer (PSO)

Armed Protective Security Officers (PSOs) provide security services at designated federal buildings and installations under the Federal Protective Service (FPS). This is a stable, weekday position with consistent hours and paid holidays.

PSOs are responsible for safeguarding federal property, personnel, and visitors by maintaining a secure environment and controlling access to government facilities.

Secure federal buildings, property, and equipment

Control access for employees and visitors

Conduct inspections, patrols, and perimeter checks

Monitor security systems and screening equipment

Respond to emergencies and security incidents

Prepare clear and accurate written incident reports

Applicants must meet all requirements below to be considered:

Valid Ohio Armed Security License (issued by the State of Ohio)

OPOTA Certification (required) applicants without OPOTA should not apply

Minimum 2 years of experience in one of the following:

Security

Military

Law enforcement

Must be at least 21 years of age

Must be a U.S. citizen and possess a valid Social Security card

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver's license

Clean criminal background (no felonies or domestic violence/assault convictions)

Ability to fluently speak, read, and write in English

All applicants must successfully pass:

Federal background investigation (may take up to 3 months)

Drug screening (company-paid)

Medical evaluation (company-paid)

OPOTA (mandatory)

CPR / First Aid / AED

All new hires must be fully trained before standing post, as required by the federal government:

1 week of classroom training

1 week of range/firearms training

2 days of X-ray and screening training

All training takes place in Columbus, OH

New hires are paid during training

Applicants must be available to attend in person

All uniforms, duty gear, firearm, and ammunition are provided by the company

Base Pay: $30.76/hour

Health & Welfare / 401(k): $5.30/hour

Total Compensation: $36.06/hour

All officers on this contract are union members.

401(k)

Health insurance (full-time employees only)

Paid time off

Referral program

All new hires start part-time

Full-time positions are awarded as they become available

Assignments may include:

Sandusky

Toledo

Lima

Defiance

Bowling Green

Surrounding areas

Armed Protective Security Officer (PSO)

Armed Protective Security Officers (PSOs) provide security services at designated federal buildings and installations under the Federal Protective Service (FPS). This is a stable, weekday position with consistent hours and paid holidays.

PSOs are responsible for safeguarding federal property, personnel, and visitors by maintaining a secure environment and controlling access to government facilities.

Secure federal buildings, property, and equipment

Control access for employees and visitors

Conduct inspections, patrols, and perimeter checks

Monitor security systems and screening equipment

Respond to emergencies and security incidents

Prepare clear and accurate written incident reports

Applicants must meet all requirements below to be considered:

Valid Ohio Armed Security License (issued by the State of Ohio)

OPOTA Certification (required) applicants without OPOTA should not apply

Minimum 2 years of experience in one of the following:

Security

Military

Law enforcement

Must be at least 21 years of age

Must be a U.S. citizen and possess a valid Social Security card

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver's license

Clean criminal background (no felonies or domestic violence/assault convictions)

Ability to fluently speak, read, and write in English

All applicants must successfully pass:

Federal background investigation (may take up to 3 months)

Drug screening (company-paid)

Medical evaluation (company-paid)

OPOTA (mandatory)

CPR / First Aid / AED

All new hires must be fully trained before standing post, as required by the federal government:

1 week of classroom training

1 week of range/firearms training

2 days of X-ray and screening training

All training takes place in Columbus, OH

New hires are paid during training

Applicants must be available to attend in person

All uniforms, duty gear, firearm, and ammunition are provided by the company

Base Pay: $30.76/hour

Health & Welfare / 401(k): $5.30/hour

Total Compensation: $36.06/hour

All officers on this contract are union members.

401(k)

Health insurance (full-time employees only)

Paid time off

Referral program

All new hires start part-time

Full-time positions are awarded as they become available

Assignments may include:

Sandusky

Toledo

Lima

Defiance

Bowling Green

Surrounding areas

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