Security Guard

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers • Vicksburg, MS

28d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is with the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), Security Office being filled as a Security Guard DK-0085-03 (GS 6 - 7) and will be filled at Vicksburg, MS: $48,287.00- $65,599.00. The role involves protecting personnel, property, materials, and equipment against various threats. The Security Guard will perform duties during both duty and non-duty hours, including welcoming personnel and visitors, conducting roving patrols, and responding to incidents. A key aspect of the role is maintaining installation access control and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.
• This position has shift and rotating work schedules.
• This position requires a pre-employment and annual physical.
• This position requires a pre-employment drug test and is subject to random drug testing.
• This position carries a firearm, subject to the provisions of the Lautenberg Amendment.
• This position requires a SECRET security clearance.
• This position requires the employee to use personal protective equipment provided by the employer.
• This position requires Basic Life Support training certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association and American Red Cross.
• The incumbent is required to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position requires certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) with Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) training.
• This position has been designated "Mission Essential". In the event of severe weather conditions or emergency type situations (natural or man-made disaster) the incumbent is required to work as scheduled to support mission operations.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.
• US Citizens
• One year of specialized experience which includes working with a Federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization that involved the protection of property against such hazards as fire, theft, damage, accident, or trespass; or maintaining order and protecting life. Such experience must have provided a knowledge of protective systems and techniques.
• Acceptable experience includes service in the Armed Services or Coast Guard that involved the performance of guard duties on a regular or intermittent basis.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Nice To Haves

• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.

Responsibilities

• Engage in protecting personnel, property, materials, and equipment against injury, damage, fire, theft, and possible acts of sabotage, espionage, and terrorism.
• Perform Security Guard duties during duty and non-duty hours.
• Welcome all Engineering Research and Development Center (ERDC) team members, visitors, high ranking officials upon arrival at the ERDC gates with courtesy and respect.
• Perform roving security duties in a Security Guard vehicle or on foot.
• Qualify with, wear and be able to use assigned weapon.
• Maintain annual requirements for assigned weapon and physical fitness requirements.
• Respond to incidents of theft, burglary, or other criminal activity; controls access to the facility after hours and on weekends; search and escort various types of supply and delivery vehicles; static guard duties.
• Perform installation access control for pedestrians and vehicles utilizing standard operating procedures (SOPs), written orders and regulatory requirements as a guide to access determination for a wide range of unique circumstances.
• Utilize knowledge and compliance with OSHA safety rules and regulations.
• Receive and provide on-the-job and/ or classroom training to ensure safety practices and equipment are fully utilized.
• Utilize required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Train new personnel on security policies, direction, and working conditions.
• Make recommendations regarding employees' performance, progress, and training needs.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

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