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Protective Security Officer

4/28/2026

The Protective Security Officer is responsible for maintaining site security, controlling access points, and responding to emergency or life-threatening situations. They must also complete electronic reports and utilize security management systems as part of their daily duties.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

11-50 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company

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About the Role

Description

Part-Time Unarmed Security Officer                                                                                                                                                                         U.S. Dept. of Energy, National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL), Morgantown, WV,

We are currently seeking professional and reliable Unarmed Security Officers for a federal government contract in Morgantown, West Virginia. Candidates must meet all contract (PWS) requirements and be able to obtain a federal security clearance.


QUALIFICATIONS:

To be eligible to perform under this PWS, all uniformed employees must meet, to the satisfaction of NETL, the following requirements:

  • Be a citizen of the United States of America.
  • Be a minimum of 21 years of age.     
  • Have received, at minimum, a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. 
  • Fluently speak, read, comprehend, and compose coherent written reports in English. 
  • Demonstrate proficiency with computers, including the ability to operate standard office systems, complete electronic reports, utilize security management systems, and communicate effectively via email and digital platform.
  • Successful completion of Federal and Contractor background checks.
  • Successful completion of a drug screen.
  • Successful completion of psychological and physical fitness for duty evaluations.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Up to three (3) years of experience in physical security as a security officer (armed and unarmed) preferred but not required. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Contractor employees are expected to be physically able to perform the following tasks or functions in the performance of their assigned duties:

  • Physically subdue or engage in confrontation with individuals. 
  • Work under occasional tension or pressure.
  • Work alone while unarmed.
  • Walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time. 
  • Apply handcuffs when required.      
  • Respond to life-threatening or emergency situations. 
  • Work in inclement weather and low light (night) conditions.
  • Walk and drive on unpaved or uneven terrain. 
  • Open and close secured gates and access points. 
  • Climb multiple flights of stairs as required by site operations. 

COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE:

  • Pay Rate: $25.88/hour - after successful completion of a 90-Day Probation with a pay rate of $19.55/hr. 
  • Shift Differential: $0.50/hour for all hours worked from 1500 through 0700. 
  • Health & Welfare: $5.25/hr. for up to 40 hrs. worked per week.
  • Training: Paid mandatory training.
  • Uniforms/Equipment: All uniforms and equipment provided.

Available Shifts:

  • Various as needed. 

Requirements

The company shall ensure that all persons employed as Unarmed Security Officers under this contract meet the most current contract requirements. All Officers must be able to use a computer and meet federal contract standards and maintain all required credentials, certifications, and clearances as a condition of employment. 

Key Skills
Physical securityEmergency responseComputer proficiencyReport writingSurveillanceAccess controlCommunicationPhysical fitness
Categories
Security & SafetyGovernment & Public SectorEnergy
Benefits
Health & WelfarePaid mandatory trainingUniforms providedEquipment provided
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