Security Guard with Security Clearance

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Qualifications
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
Requirements of the Individual Reliability Program (IRP) apply
Expected to maintain a high standard of conduct and will be assess for social adjustment, emotional stability, sound judgement, flexibility and a positive attitude toward duties
Position requires pre-employment and random drug testing thereafter
Will be required to sign a DA Form 501+, Conditions of Employment
Shift work is required, or a change in work shift may be necessary
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
Incumbent must undergo and pass annual medical exams of physical, emotional and mental stability
Employee must be trained and maintain current required certifications in CPR techniques and must know first aid
May act as a first responder in a medical emergency
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
Incumbent must be fully qualified to operate a government vehicle
Must possess and maintain a valid state drivers license
Loss of license may result in removal from the position
Must wear the Department of the Army Security Guard (DASG) uniform and maintain a high state of appearance and hygiene
Employee must obtain and maintain applicable certifications in operating various electronic equipment and sensors
Must not have any medical condition that precludes the wearing of a chemical protective mask and over garments
Must be able to perform as a member of the installations overall security response capability and may require for the employee to carry and deploy a riot baton, carry a protective shield and employ non-lethal ammunitions if necessary
Must meet the requirements under the Lautenberg Amendment/Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1+68
Qualifications Competition for the position of Security Guard is restricted to those applicants that are entitled to Veterans preference as long as such applicants are available for appointment
Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience 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; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application
GS-04 Experience and/or Education Requirements: General and/or Specialized Experience: Six months of general experience which includes following written procedures, rules, and regulations in contacts with staff members or the public to provide a service, respond to inquiries, or obtain information AND six months of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-03 grade level in the Federal service which includes protecting property against such hazards as fire, theft, damage, accident, or trespass; OR maintaining order and protecting life
This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-03)
(NOTE: Successful completion of training in an accredited technical school that covers subjects such as physical security procedures, local laws, or investigative techniques is considered qualifying for specialized experience on a month-for-month basis)
OR Education: Two years of education above the high school level in an accredited college or university
OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%
To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12
GS-05 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: One year specialized experience which includes controlling access to a facility; searching various types of vehicles and verifying identification OR performing traffic control duties and operating radios to pass and receive information
This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-4)
GS-06 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: One year of specialized experience which includes experience with a Federal, state, municipal, local, or private protective organization performing access control, using physical access control equipment, safeguarding personnel, information and critical assets, recording visitor information, and determining whether appropriate authorization for access exists
This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05)
For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted
Access Control Operations
Installation Security, Access Control, and Traffic Management
Physical Security
Security Equipment OperationEducation At the GS 05 level and higher, for this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university
Male applicants born after December 31, 1+5+, 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
Benefits
Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement
Responsibilities
Performs with little or no supervision, installation access control for pedestrians and vehicles utilizing standard operating procedures, written orders and regulatory requirement as a guide to access determination for a range of circumstances
Authenticates identification through use of electronic Personnel Access Control Systems (ePACS), identification cards, badges, biometric automated records, verbal questioning, and other means
Validates entry requests through the use of ePACS and grants access to persons and vehicles with appropriate authorizations
Serves as the initial point of contact for the installations visitors which may include foreign nationals, government agents, elective officials, media and Very Important Persons (VIP)
Provides answers to questions, determines whether appropriate need for access exists, and provides assistance as required
Responsible for performing and resolving a full range of both standard procedural and non-recurring/unusual visitor access assignments
Operates and performs research queries on the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) workstation terminal(s) in accordance with federal and state laws
Processes a variety of NCIC queries and provides timely response as appropriate or required
Regulates pedestrian and vehicular traffic to prevent accidents and to ease congestion and parking problems
Hours of work encompass fluctuating tours of duty to include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays
Overtime may be required as directed and is subject to recall for periods of emergency overtime
Incumbent must successfully complete security guard training
Incumbent will be required to maintain physical conditioning and pass an annual physical agility test (PAT)
Failure to meet the standards after the second attempt within a ninety-day period will result in separation
Then divide your semester hours of education by 60
Add the two percentages
Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency dete
Job description
Duties * Performs with little or no supervision, installation access control for pedestrians and vehicles utilizing standard operating procedures, written orders and regulatory requirement as a guide to access determination for a range of circumstances. * Authenticates identification through use of electronic Personnel Access Control Systems (ePACS), identification cards, badges, biometric automated records, verbal questioning, and other means. * Validates entry requests through the use of ePACS and grants access to persons and vehicles with appropriate authorizations. * Serves as the initial point of contact for the installations visitors which may include foreign nationals, government agents, elective officials, media and Very Important Persons (VIP). * Provides answers to questions, determines whether appropriate need for access exists, and provides assistance as required. * Responsible for performing and resolving a full range of both standard procedural and non-recurring/unusual visitor access assignments. * Operates and performs research queries on the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) workstation terminal(s) in accordance with federal and state laws. * Processes a variety of NCIC queries and provides timely response as appropriate or required. * Regulates pedestrian and vehicular traffic to prevent accidents and to ease congestion and parking problems. Requirements Conditions of Employment * Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. * This position is Mission Essential. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. * Requirements of the Individual Reliability Program (IRP) apply. Expected to maintain a high standard of conduct and will be assess for social adjustment, emotional stability, sound judgement, flexibility and a positive attitude toward duties. * Position requires pre-employment and random drug testing thereafter. Will be required to sign a DA Form 501+, Conditions of Employment. * Shift work is required, or a change in work shift may be necessary. Hours of work encompass fluctuating tours of duty to include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. * Overtime may be required as directed and is subject to recall for periods of emergency overtime. * 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. * Incumbent must undergo and pass annual medical exams of physical, emotional and mental stability. * Incumbent must successfully complete security guard training. * Employee must be trained and maintain current required certifications in CPR techniques and must know first aid. May act as a first responder in a medical emergency. * 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. * Incumbent will be required to maintain physical conditioning and pass an annual physical agility test (PAT). Failure to meet the standards after the second attempt within a ninety-day period will result in separation. * Incumbent must be fully qualified to operate a government vehicle. Must possess and maintain a valid state drivers license. Loss of license may result in removal from the position. * Must wear the Department of the Army Security Guard (DASG) uniform and maintain a high state of appearance and hygiene. * Employee must obtain and maintain applicable certifications in operating various electronic equipment and sensors. * Must not have any medical condition that precludes the wearing of a chemical protective mask and over garments. * Must be able to perform as a member of the installations overall security response capability and may require for the employee to carry and deploy a riot baton, carry a protective shield and employ non-lethal ammunitions if necessary. * Must meet the requirements under the Lautenberg Amendment/Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1+68. Qualifications Competition for the position of Security Guard is restricted to those applicants that are entitled to Veterans preference as long as such applicants are available for appointment. If there are no Veterans preference eligible applicants available, non-preference applicants may be considered. Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience 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; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document . GS-04 Experience and/or Education Requirements: General and/or Specialized Experience: Six months of general experience which includes following written procedures, rules, and regulations in contacts with staff members or the public to provide a service, respond to inquiries, or obtain information AND six months of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-03 grade level in the Federal service which includes protecting property against such hazards as fire, theft, damage, accident, or trespass; OR maintaining order and protecting life. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-03). (NOTE: Successful completion of training in an accredited technical school that covers subjects such as physical security procedures, local laws, or investigative techniques is considered qualifying for specialized experience on a month-for-month basis). OR Education: Two years of education above the high school level in an accredited college or university. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of education by 60. Add the two percentages. GS-05 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: One year specialized experience which includes controlling access to a facility; searching various types of vehicles and verifying identification OR performing traffic control duties and operating radios to pass and receive information. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-4). GS-06 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: One year of specialized experience which includes experience with a Federal, state, municipal, local, or private protective organization performing access control, using physical access control equipment, safeguarding personnel, information and critical assets, recording visitor information, and determining whether appropriate authorization for access exists. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05). 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. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: * Access Control Operations
• Incident Response
• Installation Security, Access Control, and Traffic Management
• Physical Security
• Security Equipment OperationEducation At the GS 05 level and higher, for this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted. FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html Additional information * Male applicants born after December 31, 1+5+, 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 & Intelligence Career Field position. * Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. * Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. * When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. * Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency dete