Guard I

Alutiiq•Huntsville, AL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs unarmed security guard and access-control duties at designated installation access control points (IACPs) and posts on Redstone Arsenal in support of the Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) Army Security Guard (DASG) mission. Controls entry and exit of personnel and vehicles, verifies identity and credentials, conducts inspections, operates physical access-control equipment and barriers, responds to incidents, and writes factual reports - protecting personnel, property, and information on a Federal installation.

Requirements

U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident, legally authorized to work in the United States
At least 21 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent
Communicate clearly in written and spoken English; able to write factual reports
Valid driver license if assigned driving duties
No disqualifying criminal, security, employment, substance-abuse, or integrity history; must favorably complete NCIC-III and U.S. Army Crime Records Center checks and installation adjudication, and obtain and maintain installation access
Eligible for an Alabama Security Regulatory Board (ASRB) security officer license/registration; application required within 30 days of employment; must complete Board-approved training and maintain the license/temporary card on duty
Ability to pass a post-offer medical examination and the AR 190-56 Physical Agility Test (currently 19 push-ups in 2 minutes; 1.5-mile run in 17:30) before first posting and annually thereafter
Successful completion of the Company 40-hour core training course and the 16-hour Government/DASG installation block (56 total hours), including written/practical tests and OC, baton, handcuffing, first aid, and CPR qualifications, before independently standing post

Nice To Haves

Prior military, law-enforcement, corrections, or installation/security guard experience
Current ASRB license, OC/baton certifications, or CPR/first-aid credentials
Experience with automated access-control systems on a Federal installation

Responsibilities

Control pedestrian and vehicle access at assigned IACPs and posts; verify identification, credentials, and installation passes using authorized procedures and equipment (including AIE - Automated Installation Entry)
Conduct personnel, vehicle, and hand-carried-item inspections per post orders, RAMP (Random Antiterrorism Measures Program), and installation policy
Grant or deny access decisions with 100% accuracy per post orders and directives
Operate access-control devices, active vehicle barriers (AVB), traffic-control equipment, radios, and related systems; meet readiness standards including AVB activation within 3 seconds and J-911 notification within 10 seconds when directed
Detect, report, and respond to suspicious persons, vehicles, packages, and gate-runner incidents; execute Grand Slam, AVB Grab 300, and related installation protective procedures
Direct turnaround of unauthorized vehicles; manage oversize/emergency vehicle and motorcycle entry per procedures
Respond to incidents, alarms, and emergencies; provide immediate notification (within 5 minutes) of reportable incidents through the chain of command
Apply approved use-of-force standards; employ OC spray, expandable baton, and handcuffs only as authorized and trained
Provide first aid, CPR, and tourniquet application as needed until relieved by emergency services
Write clear, accurate, complete incident and daily reports before end of shift; complete all required forms
Maintain professional appearance, courtesy, and customer service (≥90% customer-service standard) consistent with AR 190-56 and Company policy
Maintain accountability of issued uniforms, ballistic vest, and duty equipment; report loss or damage immediately
Safeguard PII, CUI, and operational information; no unauthorized photography, recording, or social-media release
Perform duties outdoors in all weather wearing approximately 30 pounds of duty equipment/PPE, including prolonged standing, walking, and alertness across full shifts
Complete and maintain all required training, licensing, medical, and physical agility requirements
Immediately report arrests, charges, adverse information, license or access loss, or fitness-for-duty concerns
Perform other duties as assigned consistent with the contract scope
This position is contingent upon award