Security Guard.

About the Role

The incumbent serves as a Security Guard assigned under the authority of the Senior Commander at IMCOM supported installations. This position functions as the first layer of defense in a security-in-depth concept to deter, detect, delay, assess, respond, and document unauthorized access to Army installations restricted to the general public.

Guards are responsible for preserving the life, health, and safety of government personnel and safeguarding Army property and technologies against threats. Guards determine fitness and grant access to individuals who have met screening requirements and demonstrated a need to access the installation.

Responsibilities

• Preserve the life, health, and safety of government personnel and safeguard Army property and technologies.
• Determine fitness and grant access to individuals who meet screening requirements.
• Operate and maintain proficiency with assigned firearms/weapons, qualifying semi-annually.
• Undergo and pass annual medical exams assessing physical, emotional, and mental stability.
• Complete security guard training and maintain current certifications in CPR and first aid.
• Act as a first responder in medical emergencies.
• Wear and maintain chemical protection masks, gloves, and other protective equipment as required.
• Be certified in the use of aerosol irritants and batons.
• Maintain physical conditioning and pass an annual physical agility test (PAT).
• Operate a government vehicle and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• Wear the Department of the Army Security Guard (DASG) uniform and maintain a high standard of appearance and hygiene.
• Obtain and maintain certifications for operating various electronic equipment and sensors.
• Perform as a member of the installation’s overall security response capability.
• Heavy lifting of up to 40 pounds may be required.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Secret clearance is required.
• Must be able to obtain and sustain state certification for operating NCIC terminals.
• Must comply with the Individual Reliability Program as outlined in AR 190-56.
• Must maintain a high standard of conduct and submit to recurring urinalysis for drug testing per AR 600-85.
• Shift work, overtime, or changes in work shift may be necessary.
• Must pass an initial firearms qualification and qualify semi-annually thereafter.
• Must undergo and pass annual medical exams for physical, emotional, and mental stability per AR 190-56.
• Must not have any medical condition that precludes wearing a chemical protective mask and over garments.
• Must meet the requirements under the Lautenberg Amendment/Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license; loss of license may result in removal from the position.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens

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). Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes:

• Protection of property for a Federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization against hazards such as fire, theft, accident, or trespass.
• Maintaining order and protecting life.
• Controlling access of vehicles, visitors, and/or pedestrians into a facility or area.

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.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on specific benefits offered.

• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and agency determination.
• Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.
• Salary negotiations for candidates new to Federal service may be authorized.
• Credit for Prior Non-Federal Work Experience and Certain Military Service for Determining Annual Leave Accrual Rate may be authorized.

Pay

Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.