Access Control Officer

Chenega Security International; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Chenega Naswik International, LLC seeks an Access Control Officer to support FBI facilities, handling access control, security inspections, assisting visitors, and ensuring compliance with procedures to protect personnel and assets. The role requires strong communication, judgment, and customer service; shifts include Friday-Saturday overnights 11pm–7am and Sunday 3pm–11pm.

Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, be at least 21, and hold or be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance;

Qualifications

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to follow printed rules and training materials.
• Must maintain professionalism under stress and emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Perform access control screening for employees, visitors and authorized personnel.
• Control access to buildings and property per procedures.
• Escort visitors, contractors and government personnel as required.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports and documentation.
• Work flexible schedules including weekends and on-call assignments.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Stress management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Chenega Naswik International, LLC is seeking a professional and customer-focused Access Control Officer to support access control and security screening operations at Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) facilities. This position is responsible for controlling facility access, conducting security inspections, assisting visitors, and ensuring compliance with established security procedures while helping protect personnel, facilities, and assets.

• The ideal candidate is a dependable security professional with strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to customer service. This role offers the opportunity to support critical federal security operations while maintaining a safe, secure, and professional environment for government personnel, visitors, and stakeholders.

**The shifts for this role are Friday-Saturday overnights from 11pm-7am and the other is for Sunday evening shift from 3pm-11pm**

Responsibilities

• Perform access control screening functions for employees, visitors, and authorized personnel.

• Control access to buildings, facilities, and property in accordance with established procedures.

• Carry out general and special orders for assigned areas.

• Conduct interior and exterior facility security inspections as directed.

• Protect government property, equipment, and materials.

• Communicate effectively via radio, telephone, and in-person interactions.

• Escort visitors, contractors, and government personnel as required.

• Meet, greet, and interact professionally with employees, VIPs, visitors, and the public.

• Maintain composure and professionalism during stressful or emergency situations.

• Assist medical personnel, fire departments, law enforcement personnel, and other responders as directed.

• Prepare clear, concise, accurate, and detailed reports and documentation.

• Read, understand, and apply printed rules, orders, instructions, and training materials.

• Work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments as required.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete required employment eligibility verification documentation upon hire.

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Prior military, civilian law enforcement, security guard, or related security experience preferred.

• Must successfully complete all required training and maintain all necessary permits, licenses, certifications, and security clearances required for the assignment.

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.

• Must have no record or history of illegal drug use, sale, possession, or manufacture during the previous five years.

• Must possess and maintain a Top Secret clearance or meet all requirements necessary to obtain and maintain required security credentials.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting federal government security operations.

• Experience performing access control and visitor management functions.

• Experience working in controlled-access or high-security environments.

• Experience interacting with executive leadership, VIPs, and government personnel.

• CPR, First Aid, or other security-related certifications.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of access control procedures, visitor management principles, and facility security operations.

• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to maintain professionalism when interacting with employees, visitors, VIPs, and government personnel.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

• Ability to identify and resolve issues in a timely and effective manner.

• Ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate information to support operational decisions.

• Ability to prepare reports, logs, correspondence, and operational documentation.

• Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.

• Ability to prioritize assignments and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Ability to operate computers, communications equipment, and standard office equipment.

Estimated Salary/Wage

USD $29.00/Hr.