Lieutenant

About the role

Bering Straits Professional Services (BSPS) is committed to world-class management of global logistics, training and procurement services for U.S. Government agencies. BSPS is ISO 9001 certified through the Performance Review Institute (PRI).

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine checks of various locations during assigned rounds, with flexibility to adjust schedules for unusual conditions and documenting any deviations.
• Perform guard duties including testing, monitoring, and responding to fire alarms, electronic security systems, and participating in emergency evacuation plans.
• Promptly notify the Security Operations Center, and if necessary, emergency services, in case of emergencies or incidents affecting Government interests.
• Report equipment malfunctions and potential fire hazards promptly.
• Follow established procedures for handling lost and found articles, attempting to return property to rightful owners.
• Participate in quarterly emergency exercises to test responsiveness and knowledge of emergency procedures, with documentation and review.
• Issue identification cards/badges and manage visitor center operations.
• Assist with traffic operations and conduct rover foot patrols, responding to alarms and incidents, providing assistance as needed.
• Assist in scheduling of officers in day-to-day operations, training events, and extra coverage as needed.
• Review incident and daily reports for accuracies, inconsistencies, and readability.
• Conduct hiring of new officers, payroll, and creating policies to better fulfill the mission and duties required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• At least 21 years old.
• Citizen of the United States.
• 2 years security experience.
• 2 years supervisory experience.
• Must hold a Position of Trust.
• Must pass pre-assignment evaluations including: previous employment verification (up to 10 years), education certificate(s) verification, past residences (up to 10 years), record of previous military service (if applicable), record of all criminal convictions (No felony or moral turpitude convictions), citizenship verification, drug testing/screening, credit report, valid state driver's license and motor vehicle driving history report.
• Must be literate in English to the extent of speaking, reading and understanding printed regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials, and be able to compose and write reports which convey complete and accurate information which is understandable and readable.
• Must have basic knowledge of computerized access control, and video monitoring systems.
• Must pass drug test prior to hire and be subject to a random program that tests 25% of the workforce on a quarterly basis.
• Must have a valid Washington Armed Guard Card License prior to commencement of work.
• Must be able to pass a background check covering the last 10 years.
• Must be able to pass a physical fitness test, complete required training and pass examination.
• Must not have had a previous private investigator or security guard license revoked or denied in any state.
• Must not have been declared incompetent by a court because of a mental defect or illness.
• Must not in the past or presently suffer from narcotics addiction or dependence or habitual drunkenness.
• Must not have been convicted of a misdemeanor under the "Lautenberg Amendment" (18 U.S.C.922(g)(9)).
• Must not have been convicted of a felony in any state or territory.
• Must not have filed for bankruptcy or another form of documented financial distress in the past 48 months.
• Must not have been convicted of any of these crimes: illegally using, carrying or possessing a pistol or other dangerous weapon; making or possessing burglar's instruments; buying or receiving stolen property; entering a building unlawfully; aiding an inmate's escape from prison; distributing illicit drugs; or any misdemeanor involving moral turpitude or for which dishonesty of character is a necessary element.
• Must never have: engaged in the private investigation or security guard business without a license; transferred security guard or firearms license to an unlicensed person or subcontracted with an unlicensed person or firm to conduct investigations or security guard business; employed anyone to conduct investigations or security guard business who was in violation of any of the prohibitions or requirements of law; falsely represented that they are or any other person is a law enforcement official or a person licensed as an investigator or guard; made any false report with respect to any matter relating to employment; divulged any information obtained from or for a client without express permission; knowingly accepted employment to obtain information intended for illegal purposes; or authorized or encouraged another person to engage in any of the above activities.

Preferred skills

• Baton, First Aid/CPR/AED, and handcuffing certification.
• 2+ years of verifiable security or related work OR 2+ years of honorable military service.
• 2+ years of verifiable supervisor experience.

Supervisory responsibilities

This position will have supervisory responsibilities.

Physical requirements

• Must be able to perform essential functions including long periods of sitting, walking, standing, climbing stairs, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Must be able to see, hear, and smell in order to respond to alarms and detect emergency situations.
• Must be able to meet and maintain a medical surveillance program requirement, including a mandatory annual medical physical to ensure fitness for duty.
• Must meet or exceed the 25th percentile on the Physical Efficiency Battery (PEB) consisting of: Sit and Reach (flexibility), Bench Press (upper body strength based on percentage of body weight), and 1.5 Mile Run (cardio-respiratory fitness).
• After initial PEB qualifications, must re-qualify on an annual basis. Those failing to meet minimum standards during annual requalification will be allowed thirty (30) calendar days to successfully meet minimum standards. Those failing after 30 calendar days will be placed on Weapons Restriction.
• Must always maintain a constant state of mental alertness and situational awareness.

Work environment

• Exposure to inclement weather.
• Standing/sitting/walking for long periods of time.
• Office environment (computer exposure).
• Emergency situations.
• Any other environment exposure because of performance of outlined essential duties.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 0800-1630. Fully office-based.

Pay

$72,541.00

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