Alarm Monitor Technician Part Time - Chantilly VA

VetJobs•Chantilly, VA

About The Position

The Alarm Monitor provides physical security by monitoring detection and intrusion monitoring systems and closed-circuit television (CCTV). The role also includes dispatch, visitor processing, and administrative services. Pay is $36.00 per hour. The position is part-time and regular. It is open to Veterans, transitioning military personnel, National Guard members, military spouses, and caregivers of wounded service members through VetJobs/MilitarySpouseJobs.

Requirements

Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance with full-scope polygraph before applying; the qualifications also specify current Top Secret clearance with compartmented access and full-scope polygraph.
U.S. citizenship.
At least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
Impeccable customer service skills.
Good writing skills and the ability to make decisions quickly and accurately.
Ability to function in a fast-paced environment and multitask with little assistance.
Excellent verbal communication skills and ability to interpret documents to ensure rules and procedures are applied.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to maintain telephone rapport with customers at all levels.
Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner.
Ability to apply reasoning skills and document them in oral, written, and/or diagram form.
Ability to solve problems through completion.
Ability to work in a Microsoft Windows-based operating environment, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Perform all duties of an Alarm Monitor.
Maintain a daily duty log.
Conduct and record various checks and verifications.
Report suspicious activities and persons.
Operate intrusion detection and fire alarm systems, radio transmitters and receivers, and telephones.
Receive incoming fire calls by telephone or through the alarm system; question callers and observe alarm registers.
Determine the type and number of units to respond to alarms or emergencies.
Relay messages from emergency scenes, including requests for additional help and medical assistance.
Record the date, time, and type of call, and the destination of messages received or transmitted.
Maintain activity, code, and locator files.
Perform other duties as assigned.