Lieutenant Armed Security Officer

Bering Straits Native Corp•Pittsburgh, PA

42d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lieutenant Armed Security Officer will conduct routine checks of various locations, perform guard duties including testing, monitoring, and responding to alarms, and participate in emergency evacuation plans. This role involves promptly notifying emergency services, reporting equipment malfunctions, handling lost and found articles, and participating in emergency exercises. The officer will also issue identification cards, manage visitor center operations, assist with traffic, conduct patrols, and review reports. Additionally, this position includes responsibilities related to hiring new officers, managing payroll, and creating policies. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a minimum of 1 year of experience, and an active ACT 235 Guard Card with Lethal Weapons endorsement. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, a U.S. citizen, and meet various background and legal requirements, including not having a revoked or denied private investigator or security guard license, not being declared incompetent, not suffering from narcotics addiction or habitual drunkenness, and not having specific criminal convictions. A Position of Trust is required, along with a Security Guard License for the applying state. Pre-assignment evaluations include background checks covering the last 10 years, employment verification, education verification, past residences, military service records, criminal conviction records, citizenship verification, drug testing, credit reports, and a valid driver's license with a clean driving history. Prospective employees must be literate in English and have basic knowledge of computerized access control and video monitoring systems. A random drug testing program is also in place. The role requires proficiency with computer applications like Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, excellent attention to detail, strong verbal and written communication skills, customer service ability, reliability, a strong work ethic, reliable transportation, and the ability to pass a physical fitness test and required training. Preferred qualifications include baton, First Aid/CPR/AED, and handcuffing certification, 2+ years of security or related work experience, or 2+ years of honorable military service, and 2+ years of supervisory experience. The Lieutenant will supervise and provide oversight for the CDC PA Staff on duty during their shift. The role requires maintaining a constant state of mental alertness and may involve exposure to inclement weather, standing/sitting/walking for long periods, office environments, and emergency situations. Shift work will be determined during the interview. As a condition of employment, a pre-employment drug screening and acceptable background check results are required. Access to military installations may be necessary.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Minimum 1 year experience
Must possess an active ACT 235 Guard Card with Lethal Weapons endorsement
Be at least 21 years old or older.
Be a citizen of the United States.
Have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Have not had a previous private investigator or security guard license revoked or denied in any state.
Have not been declared incompetent by a court because of a mental defect or illness.
In the past or presently suffer from narcotics addiction or dependence or habitual drunkenness.
Have not been convicted of a misdemeanor under the “Lautenberg Amendment” (18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(9))
Have not been convicted of a felony in any state or territory.
Has not filed for bankruptcy or another form of documented financial distress in the past 48 months.
Have not been convicted of any of these crimes: Illegally using, carrying or possessing a pistol or other dangerous weapon, Making or possessing burglar's instruments, Buying or receiving stolen property, Entering a building unlawfully, Aiding an inmate's escape from prison, Distributing illicit drugs; or Any misdemeanor involving moral turpitude or for which dishonesty of character is a necessary element.
Have never: Engaged in the private investigation or security guard business without a license, Transferred security guard or firearms license to an unlicensed person or subcontracted with an unlicensed person or firm to conduct investigations or security guard business, Employed anyone to conduct investigations or security guard business who was in violation of any of the prohibitions or requirements of law, Falsely represented that they are, or any other person is a law enforcement official, or a person licensed as an investigator or guard, Made any false report with respect to any matter relating to employment, Divulged any information obtained from or for a client without express permission, Knowingly accepted employment to obtain information intended for illegal purposes; or Authorized or encouraged another person to engage in any of the above activities.
All potential employees must hold a Position of Trust.
Must have Security Guard License for applying state.
Prospective employees must submit to a CDC administered Background Check.
Previous employment verification (up to 10 years)
Education certificate(s) verification
Past residences (up to 10 years)
Record of previous military service (if applicable)
Record of all criminal convictions (No felony or moral turpitude convictions)
Citizenship: Must be U.S. Citizens
Drug testing/screening by a certified drug screening service.
A random drug testing program must also be submitted to and approved by CDC.
Credit Report to indicate financial responsibility and low risk for financial pressure
A valid state driver’s license and a motor vehicle driving history report that indicates a low-risk record.
Prospective employees must be literate in English to the extent of speaking, reading and understanding printed regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials, and be able to compose and write reports which convey complete and accurate information which is understandable and readable.
The members of the security force must have basic knowledge of computerized access control, and video monitoring systems.
Prospective employees must pass drug test prior to being hired and be subject to a random program that tests 25% of the workforce on a quarterly basis.
Applicants must be proficient with computer applications, to include but not limited to Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Excellent attention to detail, good verbal, and written communications, including legible report writing.
Ability to provide quality Customer Service.
Must be reliable and have a strong work ethic.
Must have reliable transportation and a current Driver’s License.
Must be able to obtain OR possess any applicable security guard or weapons permit as necessary.
Must be able to pass a background check covering the last 10 years and pass a drug screening due to the nature of the position.
Must be able to pass a physical fitness test, complete required training and pass examination.
Applicants must pass all government required training to include but not limited to, bi-annual firearms qualifications, expandable baton (every 3 years), and First Aid/CPR/AED Certification (every 2 years), as well as other training as assigned.
Candidates must meet or exceed the 25th percentile as reflected in the following Table.
After initial PEB qualifications, must re-qualify on an annual basis.
SGOs failing to meet the minimum standards during annual requalification are allowed thirty (30) calendar days to successfully meet minimum standards.
Security Guards failing to meet requirements after 30 calendar days will be placed on Weapons Restriction.

Nice To Haves

Baton, First Aid/CPR/AED, and handcuffing certification
2+ years of verifiable security or related work OR
2+ years of honorable military service
2+ years of verifiable supervisor experience

Responsibilities

Conduct routine checks of various locations during assigned rounds, with flexibility to adjust schedules for unusual conditions and documenting any deviations.
Perform guard duties including testing, monitoring, and responding to fire alarms, electronic security systems, and participating in emergency evacuation plans.
Promptly notify the Security Operations Center, and if necessary, emergency services, in case of emergencies or incidents affecting Government interests.
Report equipment malfunctions and potential fire hazards promptly.
Follow established procedures for handling lost and found articles, attempting to return property to rightful owners.
Participate in quarterly emergency exercises to test responsiveness and knowledge of emergency procedures, with documentation and review.
Issue identification cards/badges and manage visitor center operations.
Assist with traffic operations and conduct rover foot patrols, responding to alarms and incidents, providing assistance as needed.
Assist in scheduling of officers in day-to-day operations, training events, and extra coverage as needed.
Review incident and daily reports for accuracy, inconsistencies, and readability.
Conduct hiring of new officers, payroll, and creating policies to better fulfill the mission and duties required.
Supervises and provides oversight for the CDC PA Staff on duty during shift.