Mail Security Screener - Veterans Encouraged to Apply

Na Ali'i Consulting & Sales, LLC.•Alexandria, VA

About The Position

Nakupuna Companies is seeking a Mail Security Screener to perform security screening operations in support of the Pentagon Force Protection Agency’s (PFPA) force protection mission. The role involves inspecting incoming mail and parcels for CBRNE threats, supporting security personnel with X-ray operations, conducting trace detection, and collecting samples for laboratory analysis. The screener also maintains parcel accountability and emergency readiness, communicates operational information, and completes assigned cleaning and sanitizing duties. The position requires an active Secret security clearance, U.S. citizenship, a valid driver’s license, a high school diploma or GED, and at least one year of professional experience. Candidates must be able to perform physical duties and meet medical and operational requirements for wearing respiratory protection and PPE, including Level C protective ensembles, in hot and humid conditions. The role may require work beyond normal business hours. The projected compensation rate is $24.07 per hour; the actual hourly rate is determined by work location. SCA-covered positions also receive a health and welfare payment, which may be adjusted based on employee selection of company benefits in lieu of H&W.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of professional experience.
Active Secret security clearance.
U.S. citizenship.
Valid driver’s license.
Organizational and planning skills.
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Sound judgment and decision-making ability.
Ability to work in a high-stress environment.
Initiative and adaptability.
Ability to undergo an OSHA Respirator Medical Clearance examination and be determined physically capable of completing job requirements.
Ability to wear PPE, including OSHA Level C protective ensembles, for up to eight hours per day, including in hot and humid conditions exceeding 78 degrees.
Ability to wear a five-pound Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR) and a tight-fitting facepiece negative-pressure respirator with P100 particulate filters for extended periods without risk of respiratory distress due to a prior medical condition.
No facial hair may come between the sealing surface of the tight-fitting facepiece and the face; facial hair that interferes with respiratory protection must be completely shaved, with no exceptions.
Ability to frequently use stairs without assistance as part of regular daily duties.
Ability to work in close proximity to X-ray machines.
Ability to lift and carry 45 pounds for up to 50 yards while wearing PPE and team-lift up to 100 pounds while wearing PPE.
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, and sit for long periods.
Ability to stretch and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to use hands to handle or feel and perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers.
Ability to talk, hear, and engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations.
Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust.
Ability to work with common cleaning chemicals, including bleach, isopropyl alcohol, and glass cleaner.

Nice To Haves

CBRNE and/or HAZMAT knowledge.
Military experience.
CBRNE experience.
Physical security experience.

Responsibilities

Receive and inspect incoming United States Postal Service mail and commercial carrier parcels for CBRNE threats.
Use and maintain a web-based tracking system for parcel accountability.
Assist security personnel with X-ray operations.
Conduct explosives and contraband trace detection.
Open and inspect mail and parcels for CBRNE hazards in accordance with established guidelines, directives, and protocols, maintaining a high level of alertness.
Communicate critical operational information to administrative personnel.
Work effectively in a close team environment.
Collect, package, and annotate biological samples for laboratory analysis.
Maintain emergency response readiness and respond appropriately during emergencies.
Perform moderate to heavy physical exertion while standing and sitting at workstations for extended periods, and repeatedly lift large, heavy objects.
Perform assigned cleaning and sanitizing duties, including sweeping, mopping, and trash removal.
Periodically work extended hours beyond normal business hours.
Perform other related duties as directed by the management team.