Security Guard (Recruitment, Relocation And Retention Incentives Available)

Duties

• Operate security-related equipment (both manual and automated) or devices.
• Apply requirements for equipping and securing government and contractor facilities to guard against unauthorized access, identify suspicious activities, and ensure continuity of operation.
• Control access to the installation/Federal property and restricted areas, identify security risks, and provide traffic management.
• Receive, authenticate, and vet visitors entering an installation.
• Respond to and/or contain crisis or urgent situations including accidents; man-made, biological, chemical, radiological, or natural disasters; or other incidents that could result in harm to people, property, or the environment.

Requirements
Conditions of Employment

• 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 must undergo and pass annual medical exams of physical, emotional and mental stability. Standard for medical exams are prescribed in AR 190-56 ?The Army Civilian Police and Security Guard Program?.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
• 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.
• LAUTENBERG AMENDMENT: Must meet the requirements under the Lautenberg Amendment/Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968.
• Must not have any medical condition that precludes the wearing of a chemical protective mask and over garments.
• 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. A background investigation and credit check are required.
• 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 driver?s license. Loss of license may result in removal from the position.
• Incumbent is expected to maintain a high standard of conduct; and must be assessed under the Individual Reliability Program .
• Incumbent must be able to perform as a member of the installation?s overall security response capability and requires the incumbent to carry and deploy a riot baton, carry a protective shield and employ non-lethal ammunitions if necessary.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and sustain state certification for operating the NCIC terminals.
• DA Form 5019 Condition of Employment must be assigned for mandatory drug testing. Drug testing designated position. Individual agrees to submit to an initial urinalysis and on a recurring basis, in accordance with (IAW) AR 600-85.
• 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.
• 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.
• Must wear the Department of the Army Security Guard (DASG) uniform IAW AR 190-56, maintain a high state of appearance and hygiene.
• Employee must obtain and maintain applicable certifications in operating various electronic equipment and sensors.
• Overtime may be required as directed and is subject to recall for periods of emergency overtime.

Qualifications
Who May Apply: US Citizens
Note: This position is restricted to persons entitled to Veterans' Preference; if there are no Veteran's preference eligible applicants available, non- preference applicants may be considered. 5 CFR, Subpart D, Section 330.402 permits placement of non-preference eligible into restricted positions by promotion, change to lower grade or reassignment of a current employee into a restricted position within the same installation or activity in which the non-preference eligible is employed.
This is an open continuous announcement. We accept applications on an ongoing basis. Applications will be reviewed bi-weekly and referred for selection as vacancies occur within the organization.
In order to qualify, you must meet the 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 .
Specialized Experience: One year of experience which includes working with a Federal, State, municipal, local, or a private protective organization that involved the protection of property against such hazards as fire, theft, damage, accident, or trespass; or maintaining order and protecting life. The definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed equivalent to the next lower grade/position in 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:

• Security Enforcement
• Incident Response
• Access Control Operations
• Security Equipment Operation
• Physical Security

Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional Information

• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
• 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.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This is a Career Program (CP) 19 - Security & Intelligence position.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• If a MSP applicant is determined best qualified and selected, placement must be at the full performance level for priority consideration.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• One year trial/probationary period may be required.
• If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application .
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/ .
• You may claim military spouse preference.
• Recruitment/Relocation/Retention Incentives may be authorized.
• Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website.