Capitol Police Security Agent - Intermittent

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• →Monitors individuals who enter the State House or other designated facilities to ensure compliance with existing security regulations and protocols.
• →Operates screening equipment such as X-ray, metal detectors, and any other necessary equipment to ensure prohibited items are not carried into the facility.
• →Searches individual possessions such as handbags, briefcases, and backpacks to verify prohibited items are not brought into the facility.
• →Searches rooms, common spaces, open areas, and containers for weapons, bombs, or other suspicious devices or items to ensure the security of the facility.
• →Writes detailed reports of observed incidents; maintains electronic and manual logs; documents and seizes prohibited items until released to a law enforcement officer.
• →Provides information, assistance, direction, and instructions to members of the public, employees, or groups when entering the facility/complex to promote safety and order while in the facility/complex.
• →Responds to and assists law enforcement in routine and emergency situations.
• →Monitors, observes, and checks buildings/grounds for any irregularities; reports suspicious activity to appropriate authorities.
• →Ensure issued equipment is functioning properly, and routine maintenance is performed according to set policy and/or guidelines.
• →Stays informed on known or perceived threats against the State, State employees, Legislators, or others who frequent State Facilities.

Skills or knowledge required:

• →Knowledge of general security, screening methodology, tools, and technology used for screening/security
• →Knowledge of concealment methods, search techniques, and detection methods
• →Ability to maintain training proficiencies necessary to meet the demands of operational screening needs
• →Ability to impartially engage with diverse groups of people of all ages
• →Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• →Ability to establish and maintain working relationships
• →Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
• →Ability to learn and operate applicable computer programs.
• →Possession of a valid driver’s license
• →Flexible scheduling to include some evening, weekend, and holiday hours as may be required.

Minimum qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent, a valid Maine driver's license,  and at least two (2) years of security work, and no criminal history or extensive motor vehicle record.

Contact information:

Questions about this position should be directed to Corporal Craig Donahue 207-287-4357 craig.donahue@maine.gov

Shift hours vary and may include days, nights, weekends and holidays.