Force Protection Officer

State of Oregon • Klamath Falls, OR

4d • $3,950 - $5,453 • Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Military Department is a state agency that supports the Oregon National Guard. This is a permanent full-time state position located at Kingsley Field in Klamath Falls, Oregon. This position is represented by the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees’ (AFSCME) union. The Oregon Military Department is dedicated to diversity efforts that reinforce respectful treatment of others in the workplace. These efforts focus on identifying ways to work better together, reducing conflict by increasing understanding, improving collaboration, fostering teamwork, and increasing productivity and quality of services delivered by OMD.

Requirements

• An associate degree in law enforcement OR Eighteen (18) months of armed law enforcement or security service experience which included: interpreting and applying security and public safety regulations, policies and procedures; interviewing witnesses, victims and suspects; and writing investigative reports of findings.
• Candidates must complete a pre-employment psychological evaluation and drug screen prior to official job offer.
• Employees must obtain and keep a Department of Defense security clearance at the secret level.
• Maintain a valid Oregon motor vehicle operator's license.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to operate half through 1-ton vehicles, operate radio communication equipment and operate electric/manual typewriters, computer, fax machine and other office equipment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid DOD SECRET security clearance and eligibility to obtain a USAF Restricted Area Badge.
• Shall not have been convicted of a felony crime that would show cause of concern if the individual performed law enforcement or security protection duties.
• The Lautenberg Amendment requires NCIC checks at initial employment and on an annual basis thereafter.
• Must certify JOB/TASK knowledge and performance on a yearly basis as required in accordance with Air Force Regulations or when substandard performance warrants special certification testing.
• Certifications must be accomplished within three attempts of loss of certification.
• Must certify on assigned duty weapon(s) upon initial employment and as required, thereafter incumbent must qualify with three (3) attempts.
• Employee is required to maintain a drug/alcohol free workplace in accordance with OMD Drug/Alcohol CPM’s, Policies, and the Statewide Drug Free Workplace Policy 50-000-01.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S without a visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Military training in a police occupation specialty may substitute for six (6) months of experience.
• Should possess a working knowledge of the principles and application of the techniques of mob psychology/crowd control, fire prevention and reporting, operations safety and security and Resource Protection/crime prevention.

Responsibilities

• Provide Resource Protection and Security services to the Kingsley Field Air National Guard Base, to effectively secure and protect mission essential operational resources, State and Federal property and personnel assigned to host/tenant units.
• Enforce Federal, State, Air Force, Air National Guard and Kingsley Field regulations in order to preserve peace, good order and discipline to protect life, limb and government property.
• Bear firearms in the performance of duty.
• Perform duties in all weather conditions, regardless of time of day.
• Work outside and may be exposed to noxious fumes such as vehicle and aircraft exhaust.
• Work in extreme high noise areas (flightline) and firing range.
• Respond to hazardous materials incidents, fires or medical emergencies such as outer perimeter security and evacuate personnel.

Benefits

• Competitive and affordable health and benefits package, including excellent medical, vision and dental coverage.
• 12 Paid holidays, and personal business leave, as well as paid and accrued vacation leave and sick leave.
• Basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
• Learn new skills, Career Growth Opportunities, Great Team Environment, and a sense of belonging.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree