Armed Security Guard

Chenega Corporation; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A security services provider in Alexandria, VA, is seeking an Armed Security Guard to provide security services at a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers location. Candidates must possess an Armed Security Guard certification, an active Secret clearance, and have a high school diploma. You will perform access and traffic control, conduct checks, and communicate effectively. This position requires flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Armed Security Guard certification through DCJS required.
• Active Secret clearance necessary.
• Minimum of one year experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide access control and traffic control.
• Conduct personnel and facility checks.
• Follow standard operating procedures for security.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Computer operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MSWord

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Summary

The Armed Security Guard personnel will be responsible for providing security services at a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers location.

Responsibilities

• Will communicate via radio, telephone and orally according to orders.
• Required to interact and escort as required with public and government personnel.
• Will provide access control, traffic control and conduct walking and motorized armed security functions.
• Will follow applicable standard operating procedures and government regulations pertaining to security of weapons, buildings, personnel, government property and equipment.
• Will conduct personnel, vehicular, building, & facility checks and package & parcel inspection.
• Must be able to work flexible hours to include weekends and holidays.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Armed Security Guard certification through DCJS.
• Active Secret clearance.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Certified in use of Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Spray.
• Certified in use of Batons.
• Minimum of one year experience preferably with a civilian police force, military police force, or civilian security guard organization.
• Possess a current CPR certification through the American Red Cross.
• Successfully be able to meet PAT physical agility standards as set forth by customer.
  • 5 mile run in 17:30 minutes
  • 19 push-ups in 2 minutes
  • MMPI test

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Skill in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment.
• Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, (MSWord, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), and Outlook.