Protective Service Officer PSO Security Union
If you are a Protective Service Officer PSO & presently are working as a protective service officer PSO, working at a federal facility you should immediately contact the United Federation LEOS-PBA to find out how we can help you and your co-officers improve your wages, benefits and working conditions under a United Federation LEOS-PBA union contract. Use the online membership form below to join United Federation LEOS-PBA.
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If you are a Protective Service Officer PSO & presently are working as a protective service officer PSO, working at a federal facility you should immediately contact the United Federation LEOS-PBA to find out how we can help you and your co-officers improve your wages, benefits and working conditions under a United Federation LEOS-PBA union contract.
The Federal Protective Service (FPS) is the premier provider of security and law enforcement services at U.S. federal government facilities. FPS plays a leading role in the protection of our nation's critical infrastructure, with lead responsibility for ensuring a safe and secure working environment for federal workers and visitors in approximately 9,000 federal facilities nationwide. FPS is a leader in physical security and law enforcement operations, and it embraces a forward-leaning, strategic approach to security centered on advance planning and preparedness. Mission The FPS mission is to render federal properties safe and secure for federal employees, officials and visitors in a professional and cost effective manner by deploying a highly trained and multi-disciplined police force. As the federal agency charged with protecting and delivering integrated law enforcement and security services to facilities owned or leased by the General Services Administration (GSA), FPS employs 1,225 federal staff (including 900 law enforcement security officers, criminal investigators, police officers, and support personnel) and 15,000 contract guard staff to secure over 9,000 buildings and safeguard their occupants Conducting comprehensive security assessment of vulnerabilities at facilities Developing and implementing protective countermeasures, based on the latest risk management tools and technology Installing alarm systems, x-ray and magnetometer equipment, and entry control systems Monitoring systems at federal facilities for proper performance and security breaches Providing uniformed police response and investigative follow-up Contracting for security guard services Performing hazardous materials preparedness and response operations Managing K9 explosive detection operations Providing critical security services and logistical support at high-profile public events Coordinating vital emergency services and disaster response during and after natural disasters Engaging federal facility tenants through crime prevention seminars, facility security surveys, intelligence-gathering operations and more. Protective Security Officer Program Managers FPS oversees approximately 15,000 Protective Security Officers better known as Federal Contract Guards, and requires professional managers with background in federal contracting, acquisition and program management. United Federation LEOS-PBA seeks to represent the private federal contract guards that work along side federal protective service officers under the FPS. |
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics
33-9032 Security Guards
Guard, patrol, or monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules. May operate x-ray and metal detector equipment. Excludes "Police Officers" (33-3050) and "Transportation Security Screeners" (33-9093).
Security Guard I
The Security Guard I periodically patrols related areas examining doors, windows, and gates to ensure that they are properly secured. Responsible for the security and order of buildings, grounds or other work sites. Being a Security Guard I typically reports to a supervisor or manager. May require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Being a Security Guard I possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. view job details
Security Guard II
The Security Guard II may be expected to collect and complete paperwork. Inspects, monitors, controls, and patrols work sites, an assigned location, property, and/or people. Being a Security Guard II may have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. In addition, Security Guard II typically reports to a manager. Working as a Security Guard II typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. May be entry level if some experience in the skill. Gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipl... view job details
Guard, patrol, or monitor premises to prevent theft, violence, or infractions of rules. May operate x-ray and metal detector equipment. Excludes "Police Officers" (33-3050) and "Transportation Security Screeners" (33-9093).
Security Guard I
The Security Guard I periodically patrols related areas examining doors, windows, and gates to ensure that they are properly secured. Responsible for the security and order of buildings, grounds or other work sites. Being a Security Guard I typically reports to a supervisor or manager. May require a high school diploma or its equivalent. Being a Security Guard I possesses a moderate understanding of general aspects of the job. Works under the close direction of senior personnel in the functional area. May require 0-1 year of general work experience. view job details
Security Guard II
The Security Guard II may be expected to collect and complete paperwork. Inspects, monitors, controls, and patrols work sites, an assigned location, property, and/or people. Being a Security Guard II may have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. In addition, Security Guard II typically reports to a manager. Working as a Security Guard II typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. May be entry level if some experience in the skill. Gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipl... view job details