Lead Security Guard

United States Army Installation Management Command • Fort Meade, MD

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About The Position

The U.S. Army Installation Management Command (IMCOM) manages the day-to-day operations of Army installations. The Lead Security Guard supports installation security by controlling access, enforcing physical security plans, protecting people and property, and maintaining order. The role includes lead duties such as assigning work, monitoring work in progress, recommending training, and providing on-the-job training to employees.

The guard questions individuals seeking access to determine suitability and the appropriate duration of visitor passes; accounts for sensitive items, weapons, and equipment; inspects vehicles while ensuring search and seizure procedures are followed; and controls personnel and vehicle movement at security checkpoints. The position also involves implementing emergency plans, enforcing laws and regulations, and responding to medical emergencies when required.

The incumbent must meet security, training, firearms, medical, physical agility, driver qualification, uniform, and equipment certification requirements. Work shifts may vary according to mission needs and can include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in Federal service, including verifying identification through cards, badges, and automated records; inspecting containers, personal property, and documents on private, commercial, or government vehicles; and exercising crowd control in potentially violent or unruly situations.
• Specialized experience must provide knowledge of protective systems and techniques; qualifying experience may include regular or intermittent guard duties in the Armed Services or Coast Guard.
• Applicants who held a General Schedule position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-06).
• Must obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance based on a Tier 3 background investigation and may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and be subject to random testing, including testing based on reasonable suspicion or involvement in an on-duty accident.
• Must obtain and maintain state certification to operate NCIC terminals and meet Individual Reliability Program standards.
• Must be proficient with assigned firearms and weapons, pass initial qualification, and requalify semi-annually.
• Must pass annual medical exams assessing physical, emotional, and mental stability, maintain physical conditioning, and pass an annual physical agility test.
• Must successfully complete security guard training and maintain current CPR certification and first-aid knowledge.
• May be required to be certified in the use of aerosol irritants and a baton, and to wear chemical protection masks, gloves, and other protective equipment.
• Must be fully qualified to operate a government vehicle and possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Must wear the Department of the Army Security Guard uniform and obtain and maintain applicable certifications for electronic equipment and sensors.
• Must meet requirements under the Lautenberg Amendment/Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968.
• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Must use direct deposit for pay.
• Must meet one or more listed employment authority eligibility categories and provide supporting documents.
• Education cannot substitute for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Question individuals requesting entrance to the installation and determine access suitability.
• Determine the length of visitor passes based on the purpose of the visit.
• Ensure accountability of sensitive items, weapons, and equipment.
• Inspect vehicles and ensure proper search and seizure procedures are followed.
• Control movement of personnel and vehicles using security checkpoints.
• Assign work to subordinates based on priorities and employee capabilities.
• Recommend training for team members and provide on-the-job training.
• Monitor work in progress to ensure supervisor instructions and work-sequence procedures are followed.
• Enforce the physical security plan and procedures to meet installation objectives.
• Implement emergency plans to protect life and property.
• Enforce laws and regulations to maintain order.
• May act as a first responder in a medical emergency.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package for employees and their families; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.
• Recruitment incentives may be authorized.
• 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 experience and certain military service for leave accrual rates may be authorized.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be authorized, subject to applicable regulations and agency determination.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed