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POSITION SUMMARY Security Police Officers protect the premises, facilities, property and personnel utilized by the Department of Energy in performing missions for the United States Government. Applicants with former military, civilian law enforcement or armed/unarmed security experience are encouraged to apply. Marksmanship experience is highly preferred as semi-annual firearms qualifications with a minimum standard score of 80% is required. Applicants must be U.S citizens and have a valid driver's license. A rigorous background investigation including criminal history check, credit check, pre-employment drug screening, physical and psychological examinations will be conducted. Due to the armed nature of the position, personnel with arrests for domestic violence or who are the subject of a protective order will not be considered. Pay Rate: $41.37/hr. RESPONSIBILITIES
- Protect government and company personnel, facilities, equipment, and sensitive assets against theft, sabotage, terrorism, vandalism, and unauthorized access.
- Perform armed security duties, including fixed-post assignments, mobile patrols, access control, and security inspections.
- Monitor and control entry to controlled and protected areas by verifying credentials, conducting searches, and enforcing security regulations.
- Respond to security incidents, alarms, emergencies, and suspicious activities in accordance with established procedures.
- Operate firearms and other issued equipment safely and effectively while maintaining all required weapons qualifications and certifications.
- Conduct routine and random patrols of assigned facilities, buildings, and perimeter areas to identify and address security vulnerabilities.
- Prepare clear, accurate, and detailed reports documenting incidents, observations, inspections, and enforcement actions.
- Maintain constant situational awareness and make sound decisions in high-pressure and potentially hazardous situations.
- Enforce federal regulations, site security requirements, and organizational policies while maintaining a professional and customer-focused demeanor.
- Participate in ongoing training, drills, physical fitness assessments, and qualification programs to maintain Security Police Officer certification and readiness standards.
- Successfully complete and maintain all required training, including a rigorous and structured security police training academy, and comply with applicable DOE Orders, Directives, and security requirements.
- Other duties as assigned.
PREFERRED BACKGROUND
Candidates with prior experience in armed security, law enforcement, military service, military police, force protection, or protective security operations are strongly preferred, particularly those with demonstrated firearms proficiency and the ability to perform in physically demanding, mission-critical environments.
- Work is based inside a busy government facility with some outside work on the facility grounds. Locations in Washington DC and Germantown, MD as assigned upon successful completion of training course.
- Work hours are 12-hour shifts, days or nights, to include weekends and holidays. May be required to lift and carry awkward items weighing up to 25 lbs.
- Requires extended standing, walking, sitting, squatting, and bending throughout the workday.
- Required to perform physical training twice per week.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated firearms proficiency and ability to safely handle and operate assigned weapons systems.
- Ability to successfully complete and maintain all required firearms qualifications and certifications.
- Must be capable of passing a rigorous, physically demanding, and highly structured 10-week training academy, including classroom instruction, practical exercises, firearms training, and physical fitness requirements.
- Strong discipline, professionalism, sound judgment, and the ability to perform effectively in high-pressure environments.
- Ability to meet all contractual, medical, and physical fitness standards required for the position.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Current Secret security clearance.
- Additional experience in federal security, force protection, protective services, military police, or law enforcement operations.
- Prior completion of advanced weapons, tactical, or protective security training programs.
- Minimum of 2-3 years of armed security, law enforcement, or military experience.
BENEFITS Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflect its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Vet |
Centerra Group
$41.37/hr.
Nov 07, 2026