Security Guard

Commander, Navy Installations Command • Naval Air Station Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

This public notice flyer notifies interested applicants of anticipated vacancies; applications are not accepted through the flyer, and there may or may not be vacancies filled from it. Applicants must follow the flyer’s “How to Apply” directions to be considered. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to respondents.

The Security Guard controls access and departures of vehicles and pedestrians in controlled areas, directs traffic during emergencies or periods of increased traffic, and assists personnel in emergency situations to protect life and property. The role also handles standard and unusual visitor-access assignments, including researching and accessing databases in accordance with federal and state laws.

The position requires successful completion of Navy Security Forces training and recurring training. It may involve travel to domestic and overseas locations, including remote or isolated sites, and extended travel by military or commercial aircraft. The employee must meet applicable physical, firearms, drug-testing, driver’s-license, and security-clearance requirements. The role is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in direct deposit and successfully complete the E-Verify process if a new Department of the Navy employee.
• Must complete and pass the required CNIC-directed Navy Security Forces Training Course and recurring training.
• Must be able to travel from the normal duty station to domestic and overseas locations, potentially remote or isolated, and travel for extended periods on military or commercial aircraft.
• Must complete training and obtain and maintain a government credit card for travel-related purchases.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test, including marijuana, and is subject to random testing.
• Must obtain and maintain a current, valid U.S. driver’s license and successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
• Must meet the applicable firearms qualification requirements, sign DD Form 2760, and maintain firearm proficiency.
• Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty; failure to maintain the required clearance may result in withdrawal of the offer or removal.
• Resume must be no more than two pages and legible.
• GS-06: At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS-05, demonstrating experience authenticating identification for restricted-area access; regulating pedestrian and vehicle traffic; granting or denying access; and inspecting private and commercial vehicles and packages under prescribed procedures.
• GS-05: At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS-04, demonstrating experience screening or inspecting vehicles seeking installation access; verifying identification or credentials; patrolling buildings or perimeters; and maintaining security logs and pass-down records.
• GS-04: At least six months of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS-03, demonstrating experience screening or inspecting vehicles seeking installation access; verifying identification or credentials; patrolling buildings or perimeters; and maintaining security logs and pass-down records.
• GS-03: At least three months of general experience involving administrative, technical, clerical, military, or other work following written procedures, rules, or regulations while providing service, responding to inquiries, or obtaining information.
• Education may substitute for experience: one year of study above high school for GS-03, or two years above high school for GS-04. Transcripts must be included with the application for education to be considered.
• Must comply with the Lautenberg Amendment requirements concerning firearm or ammunition possession.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Retired military members appointed to a civilian DoD position within 180 days of retirement are subject to 5 U.S.C. 3326.
• Applicants claiming veterans’ preference must submit supporting documentation; preference does not apply when selecting under this hiring authority.

Responsibilities

• Control access and departures of vehicles and pedestrians in controlled areas to prevent unauthorized access.
• Direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic during emergencies or periods of increased traffic.
• Assist personnel during emergencies—including accidents, drills, fires, natural disasters, motor vehicle or industrial accidents, demonstrations, hostage situations, or terrorist situations—to protect life and property.
• Perform standard and unusual visitor-access assignments, including researching and accessing databases in accordance with federal and state laws.
• Screen and inspect vehicles and packages, verify identification and credentials, grant or deny access, patrol buildings or perimeters, and maintain security logs, as applicable to the qualifying grade level.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility depends on position type, including whether the position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED