Lead Security Guard

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Competitive Service positions to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Ice Harbor Project is a multi-purpose hydropower project, with missions including operation and maintenance of the facility for flood control, hydro power generation with six main generating units, navigation locks, fish facility, recreation, and natural resource management. Duties Provides OJT to new/trainee guards. Duties include protecting against trespass, sabotage, theft, fire and espionage. Denies access to unauthorized persons/vehicles. Conducts personnel and vehicle searches. Investigates all suspicious activities and takes corrective action if necessary. Serves as a Lead Security Guard, responsible for assuring that 1-4 personnel assigned to the shift carry out work assignments in accordance with instructions. Instructs shift employees in specific duties and job techniques and makes available written instructions, reference materials, etc. Maintains current knowledge of operations and answers questions of other employees on procedures, policies, directives, etc. Oversees and ensures all functions of security control, access control, and visitor control systems of the facility are maintained in a high state of readiness at all times. Inspects vehicles for the purpose of identifying/locating contraband, explosives, concealed drugs, and other illegal items. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Pre-employment and random drug testing required IAW EP 600-1-3. Position requires employee to wear uniform and/or protective clothing. Pre-employment physical is required. Valid state driver’s license required. Position also requires qualification to perform first aid and CPR. Must be able to maintain qualification for the Individual Reliability Program. Must pass a physical agility test every 12 months, IAW AR 190-56, which will include an evaluation of upper body strength, abdominal strength, and cardio-respiratory endurance. May be required to successfully complete government provided training at the US Army Military Police School, which would necessitate residing in a barracks/training environment. Any and all incumbents of this position must, in accordance with Chapter 3, Section VI, paragraph 3-20b(6) of AR 600-85, and Appendix C, AR 600-85, agree to submit to urinalysis on a recurring basis. Position may require skill in the use of authorized firearms (qualification and recertification in accordance with Army Standard Qualifications requirements). Incumbent may be required to complete semi-annual qualification on assigned weapon. This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. Heavy lifting of up to 75lbs may be required. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes the protection of property against such hazards as fire, theft, damage, accident, or trespass; or maintaining order and protecting life. My experience provided me with knowledge of protective systems and techniques. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05). Education FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/ Additional information 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. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. 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. This is a(n) Security & Intelligence Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. This position is covered under the NATIONAL FEDERATION of FEDERAL EMPLOYEES (NFFE) Bargaining Unit. Further certification from this announcement may take place up to 90 days beyond the closing date of this announcement. 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. 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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.