Armed Security Officer (Defense Logistics Operations Center (DLOC)) - Full-time / Part-time

Overview

The COGAR Group Ltd. (COGAR) is a Service Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business  (SDVOSB), and a successful graduate of the Small Business Administration's 8(a) program in May of 2016. COGAR was founded in 2005 by a retired U.S. Army Warrant Officer with an impressive 40 years of senior management expertise within various strategic and military organizations worldwide. COGAR specializes in providing facilities management, armed and unarmed physical security, personnel security, escort services, access control and consulting services to the Federal Government and large corporations nationwide. COGAR is equipped to resolve complex problems in a variety of program management areas, including; risk assessment, physical security, facilities management, and personnel management ().

Job Skills / Requirements

Armed Security Officer (Guard II)Hourly $37.13Health and Welfare $6.85

General Qualifications (for all Armed Security Officers - ASOs)

·        Must be a U.S. citizen.

·        Minimum of 21 years old.

·        No felony convictions.

·        No illegal narcotics or prescription drug misuse in the last 2 years.

·        Must speak, read, and write English fluently.

·        Ability to write clear, concise, and accurate reports.

·        Ability to interact professionally with the public.

·        Minimum of 4 years directly related professional experience.

·        Must be eligible for and maintain TS/SCI with polygraph clearance.

Certifications & Licenses

·        Valid and current licenses, permits, and certifications to carry a firearm in Maryland.

·        Firearms qualification must be for the specific make/model issued.

·        16 hours Basic Firearms Training.

·        8 hours Annual Firearms Recertification.

·        CPR / First Aid / AED Certification:

·          - Initial: 4-hour CPR and 4-hour First Aid.

·          - Recertification: CPR annually; First Aid every 3 years.

·          - AED training is mandatory.

·        Use of Force & Defensive Tools Training:

·          - 4-hour OC (Oleoresin Capsicum) Spray Training.

·          - 8-hour ASP Baton Training.

·          - 8-hour Handcuff/Search Training.

·        Must meet Maryland certification standards.

Health & Physical Fitness Requirements

·        Physically capable of: standing 4+ hours, working in adverse conditions, running, lifting, climbing stairs.

·        Able to respond to emergencies effectively.

·        Binocular vision; one eye correctable to 20/30, other to 20/40.

·        Normal color vision and depth perception.

·        Hearing correctable to normal range (hearing aids allowed).

·        Annual drug screening required and must pass.

Training Requirements

·        Pre-assignment and annual training in CPR/First Aid and AED.

·        OC Spray and OPSEC Awareness Training.

·        Post-specific training and orientation provided by the government.

·        Management training for PM and lead personnel (contractor-provided).

·        Certification of training completion must be submitted to the COR.

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma or GED

Certification Requirements (All)

Top-Secret SCI Security Clearance
CPR, First Aid, AED.
Monadnock Expandable (MEB)
Initial Weapons Qualification Certification
Armed Security Guard License
OC Spray

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan