Captain - BRS (Basic Readiness Standard)

The Protective Force Operations BRS (Basic Readiness Standard) Program Lead is a Captain who oversees Uniformed personnel that are Basic Readiness Qualified (SPO BRS). The role provides direct oversight of the BRS Program’s management, duties, training, facilities, and equipment to ensure compliance and performance requirements are met. The incumbent also serves as the Tactical Support Officer and Shift Supervisor of Protective Force Lieutenants and Security Police Officers, handling all PF tactical and emergency responses as well as day‑to‑day administrative operations at the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS).

Responsibilities

• Operational Command & Control: Directly supervise individual contributors, approve time, conduct performance evaluations, and participate in recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training staff. Direct daily activities of Lieutenants and Security Protection Officers, provide command and control of security forces across dispersed locations, serve as Site Commander during off‑hours emergencies, monitor emergency response activities, and manage work schedules to ensure continuous guard post coverage.
• Program Oversight & Compliance: Assist the Protective Force Operations Manager with daily business functions, implement BRS self‑assessment programs, conduct process and program‑level assessments, manage continuous performance improvement plans, review and verify administrative reports, logs, and forms for absolute accuracy.
• Training & Certification Management: Direct all phases of the training cycle (analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation). Manage the BRS Field Training Officer (FTO) program and the Central Alarm Station/Refresher Training (CASIT/RT) program, identify training gaps, ensure BRS personnel are fully trained, certified, and documented per order requirements.
• Logistics, Equipment, and Weapon Accountability: Maintain 100% accountability for duty weapons, ammunition, and specialized safety equipment. Oversee lifecycle management, testing, procurement, and periodic review of facilities and equipment. Manage personnel safety equipment checks, resolve protective force equipment issues, and update Protective Force supplemental budgeting documentation.
• Labor Relations & Personnel Management: Direct protective force participation in disciplinary hearings, grievances, and arbitrations; initiate corrective actions as needed. Meet with union officials to resolve workplace issues in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) and collaborate with the Protective Force Manager to align operational requirements with labor‑relations strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training and experience, plus a minimum of 8 years of related, progressively responsible experience.
• At least four (4) years of experience as a Protective Force Lieutenant or equivalent.
• Proven leadership experience managing security forces, protective forces, or military personnel.
• Extensive experience in emergency response command and multi‑site operational control.
• Deep knowledge of structured training cycles (analysis, design, development, implementation, evaluation).
• Demonstrated experience working with unions and managing Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA).
• Strict attention to detail regarding weapons accountability and compliance reporting.
• Proficient knowledge of Federal and State laws, DOE Orders, NNSS/NNSA and MSTS policies, procedures, and orders related to Protective Force services, classified matter, and operations security.
• Extensive knowledge of the Security Incident Response Plan (SIRP) and Rules of Engagement (ROE).
• Successful participation in the Human Reliability Program (HRP), NNSS Basic Supervisor certification, and Tactical Response Force 100 (TRF‑100).
• Ability to meet Title 10 CFR 1046 SPO I Basic Readiness requirements.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to set priorities, supervise, build and lead teams, develop direct reports, monitor performance, and solve problems.
• Knowledge of Basic Readiness security police officer requirements, including mental alertness and reliable judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Must be at least 21 years of age, physically fit, willing to work underground, and able to wear a respirator and pass a mask‑fit test.
• Valid driver’s license; U.S. citizenship required for DOE Q‑level security clearance.
• Pre‑placement physical examination and drug screen required; subject to background investigation, drug testing, and possible counter‑intelligence evaluation.

Pay

Hourly range: $49.75 – $79.60, determined based on market value, education, experience, and internal equity.

Schedule

Work schedule is 4/12s Monday through Thursday (subject to change). Primary work location is the Nevada National Security Site, 65 miles northwest of Las Vegas, Nevada.

Benefits

MSTS offers highly competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; a pension and 401(k) plan; paid time off and 96 hours of paid holidays; relocation assistance (if residing more than 75 miles from the work site); tuition assistance and reimbursement; and additional employee programs.

About Us

Mission Support and Test Services, LLC (MSTS) manages and operates the Nevada National Security Sites (NNSS) for the U.S. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), a semi‑autonomous agency within the Department of Energy (DOE). The NNSS is an enterprise of special‑purpose, multi‑mission, high‑hazard experimentation facilities delivering technical and service solutions in partnership with the National Laboratories. Our 3,000+ professional, craft, and support employees innovate, collaborate, and deliver on critical nuclear security challenges. MSTS is a limited liability company composed of Honeywell Aerospace, Amentum, and HII Nuclear Inc.