Security Police Officer III Lieutenant

Constellis • Los Alamos, NM

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Northern New Mexico Integrated Security (N2MIS), a subsidiary of Constellis, provides protective services for the Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration and Los Alamos National Laboratory. The Security Police Officer III Lieutenant (SPO III Lt.) is an armed position responsible for protecting special nuclear material, nuclear weapons, classified matter, nuclear facilities, and DOE security interests from theft, sabotage, and other hostile acts that could threaten national security, public health and safety, or life and property.

The Lieutenant provides tactical leadership, supervision, and evaluation of assigned Protective Force personnel. The role oversees personnel readiness, compliance with orders, equipment accountability, safe and efficient training exercises, and preparation to respond to unusual and emergency situations. Operations follow Integrated Safety Management and Integrated Safeguards and Security Management principles.

The position is onsite and involves 12-hour shifts in office and field settings, including remote locations and inclement weather. The work may involve life-threatening or adverse situations. A thorough background investigation, criminal and credit checks, pre-employment drug screening, and physical and psychological examinations are conducted. Applicants with domestic-violence convictions, a protective order, or felony convictions will not be considered.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university, or a combination of academic training, military, security, or law-enforcement experience.
• At least one year of Protective Force security experience in DOE armed security operations.
• Currently hold, or be able to obtain and maintain, a DOE Q-level security clearance; obtaining the clearance requires U.S. citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid, unrestricted New Mexico driver’s license.
• Currently hold, or be able to obtain and maintain, DOE Tactical Response Force 1 (TRF-100) or Basic Security Police Officer Training (BSPOT) certification, complete site-specific training including Leadership Training, and maintain proficiency.
• Currently hold, or be able to obtain and maintain, all certifications and qualifications required for the position.
• Meet and maintain Advanced Readiness Standards under 10 CFR 1046 and DOE Order 473.2A, including random drug and alcohol screens, a one-mile run in no more than eight minutes and thirty seconds, and a 40-yard dash from the prone position in no more than eight seconds.
• Qualify at and maintain a minimum score of 90% with all site-approved weapons on the DOE qualification course.
• Successfully complete a DOE Tactical Response Force 2 (TRF-200) course and a Basic Tactical Entry Specialist Program (PFT-405).
• Demonstrated tactical leadership, oversight, and supervisory skills, and knowledge of security practices.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to convey information professionally and tactfully.
• Supervisory skills including planning, organizing, scheduling, team building, problem solving, conflict resolution, and directing assigned personnel.
• Availability for shift work and extended hours, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and assigned days off as needed.
• Ability to work in remote and austere environments and to react and provide direction, leadership, and support in emergency conditions.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including lifting up to 50 pounds, visual acuity for general observations, intermittent standing, walking, sitting, squatting, stretching, and bending, and respirator fitting and use as necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Prior DOE SRT/SPO III or similar military or law-enforcement supervisory experience.
• DOE SPO III certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in management or a security-related field.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Firearms/Ammunition Issue Room, including safe weapon loading and unloading and accountability for firearms and ammunition.
• Train new personnel in unfamiliar zones, including their responsibilities, hazards, and security requirements.
• Interpret policies and regulations and instruct subordinates; ensure personnel are current on applicable security orders and procedures and can perform their duties safely.
• Conduct random prohibited-article inspections and process confiscated prohibited articles.
• Assist with emergency management of security and safety incidents at Los Alamos National Laboratory.
• Perform post checks twice per shift for posts in the assigned area and inspect equipment for functionality and inventory discrepancies.
• Manage Class “A” shipments, including attending meetings, ensuring assigned escort personnel attend and understand the meeting content, and performing assigned duties.
• Serve as Officer in Tactical Command and On-Scene Commander during emergencies until relieved by the appropriate Incident Commander.
• Conduct investigations into security and personnel issues.
• Conduct customer relations during investigations involving or affecting LANL personnel and coordinate with local external agencies as necessary.
• Coach and counsel subordinates, including resolving conflicts.
• Support Force-on-Force activities as directed.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• Vacation, sick leave, and company-paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Basic life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance provided by N2MIS.
• Health and dependent-care flexible spending accounts.
• Supplemental life, accident, critical illness, hospital, and legal insurance available.
• Employee assistance program.
• Wellness center access.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree