Protective Force Captain

Overview

Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste. Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, LLC (SIMCO), managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP), is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a Protective Force Captain and join our team located in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the shift supervisor when necessitated by operational conditions.
• Oversee and develop Protective Force (PF) operations at the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Supervise and mentor Security Police Officers (SPO), primarily PF Lieutenants who directly supervise bargaining unit officers and control routine operations.
• Maintain cognizance over site-specific procedures directing PF operations, ensuring reviews and revisions are completed without exceeding departmental timeframes.
• Utilize a holistic approach to training, standards enforcement, thoughtful compliance, and tactical athleticism to ensure SPOs are prepared for both routine operations and adverse conditions.
• Interface with sitewide partners to maintain awareness of plant operations and their specific impacts on PF officers and activities.
• Direct investigations of security-related incidents.
• Ensure records of protective force operations are accurately completed and maintained in accordance with applicable records disposition schedules.
• Demonstrate the ability to pass the Basic Readiness Standards (BRS), consisting of completing the half mile in 4 minutes 40 seconds or less and the 40-yard dash from the prone position in 8.5 seconds or less.
• Ensure all medical and fitness standards, as well as all job-specific qualifications, are maintained to continue employment.
• Pass a Federal background investigation and obtain a DOE “Q” Security Clearance within two (2) years of your start date and maintain that clearance to continue employment.

Minimum Requirements

• Uploaded resumes and completed applications are the means of determination.
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree with five (5) years of related professional experience in physical security, law enforcement, or military, or an Associate’s degree with nine (9) years of related professional experience, or a High School Diploma or equivalency with thirteen (13) years of experience in physical security, law enforcement, or military.
• Five (5) years of experience managing/supervising personnel is mandatory.
• Must have a valid, unrestricted driver’s license.
• Must have practical experience and be proficient in software applications such as MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and MS Outlook.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without SIMCO visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the WIPP Site (even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge).
• Must not be from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns.

Preferred Requirements

• Current TRF-100 qualification.
• Active “Q” Clearance.

Salary Range

$89,233 to $157,968 per year. Exempt grade level(s) 31-33. The specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental and vision insurance: Coverage on date of hire, Surgical concierge service, EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more.
• Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days), Relocation assistance, Shuttle commuter service from the local areas, Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement program, On-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductions, Company paid short term disability, Company paid life insurance (1x annual salary), Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%.
• Voluntary benefits of: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity, Long-term disability program, Health and Flexible savings accounts, Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.

Equal Opportunity

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Contact Information

If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8490 or email wiprecruiting@wipp.doe.gov for assistance.

Posting Duration

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.