Job Description

Overview

KR Contracting, Inc. (KRC) is a recognized leader in professional armed and unarmed security services, with a strong focus on Federal Protective Service operations. Headquartered in the Washington, D.C. Metro area, we bring over 30 years of experience in federal contracting, access control, security detail, and exceptional customer service.

Our professionalism, expertise, and innovative approach distinguish us in the industry. Join KRC as we continue to grow—expanding our services to local governments, additional federal agencies, and commercial clients. We are committed to becoming a world-class leader in all areas of protective services.

Job Skills / Requirements

• Respond to questions and provide directions to visitors
• Be mentally alert and physically ready to operate and enforce the Government’s system of personnel identification and access/egress control
• Be knowledgeable of the location and use of the nearest first aid kit, fire extinguisher, fire alarm, emergency exit, and duress alarm (if any), and shall be ready, willing, and able to use them or take action 100% of the time
• Control access to areas by observing, detecting, and reporting violations of Post Orders and regulations
• Work a visitor/s desk shall politely greet and process visitors by verifying visitors’ Government issued pictured identification, contacting sponsors and/or escorts, fabricating and issuing visitor passes, accurately entering and maintaining data in visitor logs
• Conduct inspections of hand carried items
• Conduct Roving Patrols (on foot, or in vehicle)/ Active patrolling
• Immediately respond to security alarm activations
• When needed, direct traffic and respond to minor vehicle collisions
• Briefly detain person(s)
• Assist in the implementation of contingency and emergency actions and serve as the initial liaison with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies

• Shall fluently speak, read, comprehend, and compose coherent written reports in English.  Must be able to pass an English Language Assessment Test.
• Graduate of an accredited high school or Certificate of Completion of General Education Development (GED) requirements
• Ideal candidate must meet one of the following experience requirements:
  • Three (3) years of security experience within the past five (5) years
  • Three (3) years civilian or military work experience
• Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook aptitude is desired
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Be a lawful resident of the U.S
• Be a citizen of the United States of America (either by birth or Naturalization)
• Discharged military personnel must have an Honorable, General, or Other Than Honorable discharge.  A Dishonorable discharge is not acceptable
• Must be able to obtain a clearance by the client

• Three (3) years of experience in physical security as a security officer, armed or unarmed or
• Two years (2) of military experience (including Reserves or National Guard) or
• Successful completion of Police Officer’s Standard Training (POST) academy or
• Associate degree or higher in a security-related or law enforcement-related field

• Physically subdue or engage in confrontation with individuals
• Work under occasional tension or pressure
• Work alone while unarmed
• Walking, standing, and sitting
• Apply handcuffs
• Respond to life threatening or emergency situations

• Maryland Guard Card or Washington DC SPO License - depending on which location the candidate will work, or openings
• MEB/OC training and certification
• First Aid CPR and AED Certification
• State Issued Driver's License 

Education Requirements (Any)

GED (If applicable)
High School Diploma (Required)

Certification Requirements (All)

Guard Card
OC/Baton Certification
First Aid/CPR/AED Certified
Maryland Guard Card or DC SPO License

Additional Information / Benefits

KR Contracting, Inc. offers a competitive benefits package, governed by the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). Pre-employment screenings are required for this position.

KR Contracting, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please visit: [KR Contracting website].

If you have questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, experience difficulty using our online system and need an alternative method to apply, or require an accommodation during the recruitment or employment process, please contact your local Human Resources representative. To find an office near you, please visit: [KR Contracting website].

KR Contracting, Inc. is the employer of record; however, the facilities we protect are owned by our clients. These clients retain the right to determine access to their sites. Employment is contingent upon meeting all client-specific and building clearance requirements.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Vision Insurance