Armed Protective Security Officer TOLEDO AND SURROUNDING AREASMeritus Solutions Group

Armed Protective Security Officer (PSO)

Location: Toledo and surrounding areas (to include Sandusky) 

All PSOs start off as part time. You are awarded a full time shift based on your seniority when a full time shift bid comes open. 

Currently, the only full time shift bid available in Mon-Fri in Sandusky

Position Overview

Armed Protective Security Officers (PSOs) provide security services at designated federal buildings and installations under the Federal Protective Service (FPS). This is a stable, weekday position with consistent hours and paid holidays.

PSOs are responsible for safeguarding federal property, personnel, and visitors by maintaining a secure environment and controlling access to government facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Secure federal buildings, property, and equipment

• Control access for employees and visitors

• Conduct inspections, patrols, and perimeter checks

• Monitor security systems and screening equipment

• Respond to emergencies and security incidents

• Prepare clear and accurate written incident reports

Licensing & Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet all requirements below to be considered:

• Valid Ohio Armed Security License (issued by the State of Ohio)

• OPOTA Certification (required) – applicants without OPOTA should not apply

• Minimum 2 years of experience in one of the following:

  • Security

  • Military

  • Law enforcement

• Must be at least 21 years of age

• Must be a U.S. citizen and possess a valid Social Security card

• High school diploma or GED

• Valid driver’s license

• Clean criminal background (no felonies or domestic violence/assault convictions)

• Ability to fluently speak, read, and write in English

All applicants must successfully pass:

• Federal background investigation (may take up to 3 months)

• Drug screening (company-paid)

• Medical evaluation (company-paid)

Required Certifications

• OPOTA (mandatory)

• CPR / First Aid / AED

Training Requirements

All new hires must be fully trained before standing post, as required by the federal government:

• 1 week of classroom training

• 1 week of range/firearms training

• 2 days of X-ray and screening training

Training Details:

• All training takes place in Columbus, OH

• New hires are paid during training

• Applicants must be available to attend in person

• All uniforms, duty gear, firearm, and ammunition are provided by the company

Pay & Compensation

• Base Pay: $30.76/hour

• Health & Welfare / 401(k): $5.30/hour

• Total Compensation: $36.06/hour

All officers on this contract are union members.

Benefits

• 401(k)

• Health insurance (full-time employees only)

• Paid time off

• Referral program

Employment Status

• All new hires start part-time

• Full-time positions are awarded as they become available

Work Locations

Assignments may include:

• Sandusky

• Toledo

• Lima

• Defiance

• Bowling Green

• Surrounding areas