Lead Security Guard

Security Guard

This position functions as the first layer of defense in a security-in-depth concept to deter, detect, delay, assess, respond, and document unauthorized access.

Lead Guards are responsible for safeguarding government personnel, property, and technologies against such threats as : unlawful entry, sabotage, espionage, theft, accidental or willful damage, and destruction.

Serve as a Shift Leader who is an assistant to the Guard Shift Supervisor.

Make daily assignments to ensure that guard coverage is provided to assigned patrol areas.

Serve as the initial point of contact for the installation's visitors which may include foreign nationals, government agents, elective officials, media and Very Important Persons (VIP).

Instruct employees in specific tasks and job techniques and provides on-the-job training to new employees in accordance with established procedures.

Operate and perform research queries on the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) workstation terminal(s) in accordance with (IAW) federal and state laws.

Serve as a member of the installation's overall security response capability during actual or simulated incidents.

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.

This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.

This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination. This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.

This position is subject to a pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter.

This position has been designated "Mission Essential". Incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.

The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.

This position is subject to the provisions of the Domestic Violence Offender Gun Ban commonly referred to as the Lautenberg Amendment.

Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.

This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.

This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.

Due to the nature of this position, employees are required to work both planned and unscheduled overtime.

The incumbent must be able to obtain and sustain state certification for operating the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) terminals.

In accordance with (IAW) Army Regulation (AR) 190-56, requirements of Individual Reliability Program apply.

The incumbent must be proficient in the use of assigned firearms / weapons, pass an initial qualification, and must qualify semi-annually thereafter in the use of assigned firearms / weapons.

The incumbent must successfully complete security guard training.

The incumbent is required to obtain and maintain current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques and must know First Aid. The incumbent may act as a first responder in a medical emergency.

The incumbent may be required to wear chemical protection masks, gloves, and other protective equipment, and may be required to be certified in the use of aerosol irritants and baton.

The incumbent will be required to maintain physical conditioning and pass an annual physical agility test (PAT) as outlined in Army Regulation 190-56 "The Army Civilian Police and Security Guard Program".

The incumbent must wear the Department of the Army Security Guard (DASG) uniform in accordance with Army Regulation 190-56, maintaining a high state of appearance and hygiene.

The incumbent must obtain and maintain applicable certifications in operating various electronic equipment and sensors.

Who May Apply : US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience.

Competition for Security Guard positions is restricted by law to persons entitled to veterans' preference as long as such applicants are available for appointment. Applications will be accepted from non-preference eligibles; however, these applications will not be considered if preference eligible applicants are available. Note : An agency may fill a restricted position with a non-preference eligible by position change (promotion, demotion, or reassignment) from among current permanent Department of the Army employees. Specialized Experience :

One year of specialized experience which includes 1) controlling access of vehicles, visitors, and pedestrians into a facility such as a military installation; 2) using automated systems to query and / or verify suitability for visitor entry into a facility such as a military installation; 3) safeguarding personnel, information, and / or property / critical assets in a federal, state, municipal, local, or private protective organization; and 4) leading projects and / or employees. Such experience must have provided a knowledge of protective systems and techniques. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade / level position in the federal service (GS-06).

Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

In accordance with Army Regulation (AR) 190-56, requirements of Individual Reliability Program apply. Incumbent and prospective incumbent of this job are expected to maintain a high standard of conduct; and when being considered for employment and periodically thereafter.

The incumbent must be able to perform as a member of the installation's overall security response capability. The duties and training required require for the incumbent to carry and deploy a riot baton, carry a protective shield, and employ non-lethal ammunitions if necessary.

Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.

You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.

One year trial / probationary period may be required.

Direct Deposit of Pay is required.

Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.

If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.

This is a Security and Intelligence Career Field position.

Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.

Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.

Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

Advanced in-hire may be offered.

Recruitment, Relocation, Retention (RRR) Incentives may be authorized.

Student loan repayment may be authorized.

Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorized.

Credit for Prior Non-Federal Work Experience and Certain Military Service for Determining Annual Leave Accrual Rate may be authorized.