Part-Time Security Officer - Augusta, ME

Summary

Armed Protective Security Officer (PSO)

This position is for a part-time Armed Protective Security Officer (PSO) providing security services at designated federal buildings and installations in and around the Portland, Maine area.

FPS Protective Security Officers (PSOs) are responsible for maintaining the safety and security of federal facilities, personnel, visitors, and government property. Duties include access control, patrols, inspections, and emergency response. PSOs must maintain a professional presence while enforcing security procedures in accordance with federal contract requirements.

Secure federal buildings and government property

Control access for employees and visitors

Conduct patrols, inspections, and perimeter checks

Respond to alarms, incidents, and emergency situations

Prepare clear and accurate written incident reports

Enforce federal security policies and procedures

Minimum 2 years of security experience, OR military service, OR law enforcement experience

Ability to pass a federal background investigation

No felony convictions

No domestic violence or assault-related charges

U.S. citizen and able to provide a valid Social Security card

High school diploma or GED required

Minimum 21 years of age

Ability to read, speak, write, and understand English clearly

Must successfully pass: medical evaluation and drug screening

Must obtain and maintain required federal clearances (company assistance provided)

Available for 5–7 days of mandatory training, including firearms training, defensive tactics, OC spray and baton training

Must hold or obtain CPR / First Aid / AED certification

$30.13/hour base pay

$5.10/hour Health & Welfare benefit

Total Compensation: $35.23/hour

401(k)

Health insurance

Vacation time

Holiday pay

Referral program

Part-time hours

Schedules vary based on coverage needs for full-time employees (vacation, sick leave, call-offs)

Federal facilities located in and around the Portland, Maine area

Job Description

Armed Protective Security Officer (PSO)

This position is for a part-time Armed Protective Security Officer (PSO) providing security services at designated federal buildings and installations in and around the Portland, Maine area.

FPS Protective Security Officers (PSOs) are responsible for maintaining the safety and security of federal facilities, personnel, visitors, and government property. Duties include access control, patrols, inspections, and emergency response. PSOs must maintain a professional presence while enforcing security procedures in accordance with federal contract requirements.

Secure federal buildings and government property

Control access for employees and visitors

Conduct patrols, inspections, and perimeter checks

Respond to alarms, incidents, and emergency situations

Prepare clear and accurate written incident reports

Enforce federal security policies and procedures

Minimum 2 years of security experience, OR military service, OR law enforcement experience

Ability to pass a federal background investigation

No felony convictions

No domestic violence or assault-related charges

U.S. citizen and able to provide a valid Social Security card

High school diploma or GED required

Minimum 21 years of age

Ability to read, speak, write, and understand English clearly

Must successfully pass: medical evaluation and drug screening

Must obtain and maintain required federal clearances (company assistance provided)

Available for 5–7 days of mandatory training, including firearms training, defensive tactics, OC spray and baton training

Must hold or obtain CPR / First Aid / AED certification

$30.13/hour base pay

$5.10/hour Health & Welfare benefit

Total Compensation: $35.23/hour

401(k)

Health insurance

Vacation time

Holiday pay

Referral program

Part-time hours

Schedules vary based on coverage needs for full-time employees (vacation, sick leave, call-offs)

Federal facilities located in and around the Portland, Maine area