Lieutenant

Bering Straits Native Corporation•Anchorage, AK

62d•Onsite

About The Position

Bering Straits Professional Services (BSPS), a company within the BSNC family is currently seeking a qualified Lieutenant CDC in Anchorage, AK. The Lieutenant enforces regulations designed to prevent breaches of security; exercises judgment and uses discretion in dealing with whether first response should be to intervene directly (asking for assistance when deemed necessary and time allows), to keep situation under surveillance, or to report situation so that it can be handled by appropriate authority. Duties require specialized training in methods and techniques of protecting security areas. Commonly, the guard is required to demonstrate continuing physical fitness and proficiency with firearms or other special weapons. This role is a supervisory position and will require administering of disciplinary actions, counseling, and holding subordinates accountable, as well as create policies to better fulfill the mission.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old or older.
Have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Be a citizen of the United States.
Meets all basic qualifications
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: o Illegally using, carrying or possessing a pistol or other dangerous weapon; o Making or possessing burglar's instruments; o Buying or receiving stolen property; o Entering a building unlawfully; o Aiding an inmate's escape from prison; o Distributing illicit drugs; or o Any misdemeanor involving moral turpitude or for which dishonesty of character is a necessary element.
Have never: o Engaged in the private investigation or security guard business without a license; o 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; o Employed anyone to conduct investigations or security guard business who was in violation of any of the prohibitions or requirements of law; o Falsely represented that they are or any other person is a law enforcement official or a person licensed as an investigator or guard; o Made any false report with respect to any matter relating to employment; o Divulged any information obtained from or for a client without express permission; o Knowingly accepted employment to obtain information intended for illegal purposes; or o Authorized or encouraged another person to engage in any of the above activities.
All potential employees must hold a Position of Trust.
Pre-assignment evaluations of each security officer will assess the suitability of the officer to CDC's security program. Prospective employees must submit to a CDC administered Background Check. Such evaluations will include a minimum of the following: o Previous employment verification (up to 10 years) o Education certificate(s) verification o Past residences (up to 10 years) o Record of previous military service (if applicable) o Record of all criminal convictions (No felony or moral turpitude convictions) o Citizenship: Must be U.S. Citizens o Drug testing/screening by a certified drug screening service. A random drug testing program must also be submitted to and approved by CDC. o Credit Report to indicate financial responsibility and low-risk for financial pressure o 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 hire and be subject to a random program that tests 25% of the workforce on a quarterly basis.
Prospective Employees must have a valid Alaska Guard Card License prior to commencement of work
Ability to follow established procedures and policies. Post orders to include enforcement of client/company rules, policies, and/or regulations.
Excellent attention to detail, good verbal, and written communications, including legible report writing.
Ability to provide quality Customer Service.
Ability to analyze and produce course of action reporting and escalate issues to management in typical and crisis situations.
Ability to work independently OR as part of a small group to resolve urgent issues, process orientated with high attention to detail, and triage a problem quickly providing precise/clear information while working under minimum supervision.
Ability to perform essential functions of the position which may include long periods of sitting, walking, standing, climbing stairs, with OR without reasonable accommodations.
Ability to see, hear, and smell in order to respond to alarms and detect emergency situations.
Ability to use computers and Microsoft office (Excel, Word, etc.), monitor security cameras, and send and receive email using MS Outlook.
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.

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 accuracies, inconsistencies, and readability
Conduct hiring of new officers, payroll, and creating policies to better fulfill the mission and duties required