Position Vacancies
District of Columbia Government of Real Estate Services (DRES), Protective Services Officer 6
By DRES
Jan 28, 2010 - 5:39:11 PM

The District of Columbia Government of Real Estate Services (DRES) is seeking an experience Protective Services Officer (6) to join our Protective Services Police Division (PSPD).  PSPD is responsible for protecting the lives of persons, ensuring the security of leased and owned property and preserving the peace.

The incumbent will be deployed at various properties throughout the District of Columbia to provide protection against hazards such as workplace violence, civil disturbance, riots, trespassing and molestation.  The Protective Services Officer patrols designated serve areas by foot or by vehicle and responds to calls in routine and emergency situations taking appropriate action as needed.  The incumbent aids citizens in emergency situations, observes all activities occurring at the assigned facility and is constantly alert to acts of a suspicious nature, which may result in theft, burglary, pilferage, assault or serious crimes.  The incumbent inspects the buildings and grounds to prevent unauthorized removal of DC property.  S/he also reports fires, accidents and safety hazards; checks and secures building entrances and windows; detects and apprehends unauthorized personnel; and notes any unusual appearance or deviation from normal operations.  S/he examines, inspects and tests the locking devices of safes, vaults, metal cabinets and doors where confidential and restricted materials are stored such as court records, city emergency plans, and the like.  This position entails other law enforcement duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The candidate must have successfully completed a Certified Law Enforcement Academy.

The incumbent must successfully complete a background screening to obtain a commission to carry a weapon and must maintain the commission throughout employment with DRES.

Incumbent must obtain and/or maintain a valid driver's license from his/her state of residence and a good driving record with no more than three (3) negative points.

How to apply

Please visit http://www.dcop.dc.gov/dcop/cwp/view,a,1222,q,530365,dcopNav,|31656|.asp and click on Current Employment Opportunities and search for Job Requisition 15502.  Applicants must submit a completed application, including responding to the ranking factors, in order to be considered for the position.

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