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Special Police Officer
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Job ID
32819
Location
3924 Minnesota Ave. NE
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Date Opened
07/14/2026
Date Closed
07/24/2026
Minimum Rate
$55,155.00
Maximum Rate
$68,313.00
Target Openings
5
Available Openings
5
Area of Consideration
Open to Public
Agency
Dept of General Services
Grade
06
Bargaining Unit
1_2
Type of Appointment
Career Service - Term Appt
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Job Summary
This position is located in the Department of General Services (DGS), Protective Services Division (PSD), Uniform Operations Branch. The PSD is responsible for ensuring security of leased and owned property; protecting the lives of persons; and preserving the peace of those Individuals that work and visit within them. This is a Term armed uniformed Special Police Officer, with primary duties of providing security and protection.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Special Police Officer provides access control functions and general protective measures for buildings. Operates metal detectors and X-ray machines at District Government facilities where equipment issued for controlling access; and operates sophisticated Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV), in addition to other electronic security devices. Patrols entrances to restricted parking areas in compliance with special identification and control procedures, safety measures, and posted regulations. Checks identification of vehicles, confirms admittance, and directs and controls movement of personnel and vehicles. Issues parking tickets for violations when necessary and within jurisdictional responsibility.
The incumbent responds to reports of crimes and criminal reports within the jurisdiction of authority. For offenses not within the jurisdictional and/or legislative authority of the PSPD, the incumbent makes immediate notification to the D.C. Metropolitan Police (MPD) of the offense and action taken. Patrols designated areas on foot inspecting the buildings and adjacent grounds to prevent unauthorized removal of D.C. property and access to restricted rooms and areas. Reports fires, accidents and safety hazards; checks and secures exterior of the building's entrances and windows; detects and apprehends unauthorized personnel; and notes any unusual appearance or deviation from normal operations
Qualifications and Education
Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, one (1) year of specialized experience must be equivalent to at least the next lower grade in the normal line of progression.
Licensures and Certifications
Incumbent must maintain a valid driver's license from their state of residence.
Incumbent must satisfactorily complete all mandatory training and examinations, including those pertaining to DC Code and DC Municipal Regulations, with a minimum passing score of 70%. Incumbent must successfully complete a Protective Services Division (PSD) approved, training academy as condition of continued employment. Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Special Police Officer (SPO) commission issued by the Government of the District of Columbia, authorizing the carrying of a weapon. Incumbent must maintain a working phone for use in the event it becomes necessary to call the officer back to duty.
Work Environment/Conditions
The work to be performed is unpredictable and at times dangerous. The incumbent may be exposed to any weather condition for extended period of time.
Other Significant Factors
Tour of Duty: Various Shifts, the incumbent is subject to recall.
Pay Plan, Series, Grade: CS-0083-06
Promotion Potential: No known promotion potential
Duration of Appointment: Career Service 13-month Term Appointment
Collective Bargaining Unit: This position is in the collective bargaining unit represented by Fraternal Order of Police and you may be required to pay an agency service fee through direct payroll deduction.
Position Designation: The incumbent of this position will be subject to enhanced suitability screening pursuant to Chapter 4 of DC Personnel Regulations, Suitability - Safety Sensitive.
Incumbent must satisfactorily complete and pass all training: pre-employment physical, fitness test and examinations, DC Code and DC Municipal Regulations, obtaining a score of 70% or higher as a condition of continued employment.
Essential: Incumbent is designated as an essential employee and is subject to recall at any time; may be required to work shift work and weekends.
EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government does not discriminate or retaliate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, family responsibilities, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, homeless status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, participation in a legally protected activity, parental status, matriculation, personal appearance, credit information, status as a victim or family member of a victim of domestic violence, sexual offense, or stalking, military service, or other non-merit factor.
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