Armed Security Officer: Patrols & Access Control (PT)

Bering Straits Native Corporation; Morgantown, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Bering Straits Native Corporation is seeking an Armed Security Officer for a part-time location in Morgantown, WV. The role requires guarding offices and facilities, performing patrols, monitoring alarms, and supporting emergency procedures. Candidates must meet strict background and credential checks, be a U.S.

citizen, and hold a high school diploma or GED. Responsibilities include badge issuance, visitor control, traffic assistance, and incident documentation.

Qualifications

• Be at least 21 years old or older.
• Have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Be a citizen of the United States.
• Have not had a previous private investigator or security guard license revoked or denied in any state.
• Have not been declared incompetent by a court because of a mental defect or illness.
• In the past or presently suffer from narcotics addiction or dependence or habitual drunkenness.
• Have not been convicted of a misdemeanor under the “Lautenberg Amendment” (18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(9))
• Have not been convicted of a felony in any state or territory.
• Has not filed for bankruptcy or another form of financial distress in the past 48 months
• Have not been convicted of any of these crimes: Illegally using, carrying or possessing a pistol or other dangerous weapon; Making or possessing burglar's instruments; Buying or receiving stolen property; Entering a building unlawfully; Aiding an inmate's escape from prison; Distributing illicit drugs; or Any misdemeanor involving moral turpitude or for which dishonesty of character is a necessary element.
• Have never engaged in the private investigation or security guard business without a license; Transferred security guard or firearms license to an unlicensed person or subcontracted with an unlicensed person or firm to conduct investigations or security guard business; Employed anyone to conduct investigations or security guard business who was in violation of any of the prohibitions or requirements of law; Falsely represented that they are, or any other person is a law enforcement official, or a person licensed as an investigator or guard; Made any false report with respect to any matter relating to employment; Divulged any information obtained from or for a client without express permission; Knowingly accepted employment to obtain information intended for illegal purposes; or Authorized or encouraged another person to engage in any of the above activities.
• All potential employees must hold a Position of Trust.
• Must have Security Guard License for applying state
• Pre-assignment evaluations of each security officer will assess the suitability of the officer to CDC’s security program. Prospective employees must submit to a CDC administered Background Check.
• Prior employment verification (up to 10 years); Past residences (up to 10 years); Record of previous military service (if applicable); Record of all criminal convictions (No felony or moral turpitude convictions); Citizenship: Must be U.S. Citizens; Drug testing/screening by a certified drug screening service. A random drug testing program must also be submitted to and approved by CDC.
• Credit Report to indicate financial responsibility and low risk for financial pressure
• A valid state driver’s license and a motor vehicle driving history report that indicates a low-risk record.
• Prospective employees must be literate in English to the extent of speaking, reading and understanding printed regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials, and be able to compose and write reports which convey complete and accurate information which is understandable and readable.
• The members of the security force must have basic knowledge of computerized access control, and video monitoring systems.
• Prospective employees must pass drug test prior to hire and be subject to a random program that tests 25% of the workforce on a quarterly basis.

Responsibilities

• Guards shall make routine checks of offices, laboratories, corridors, parking lots, storage sites, and other such locations, as appropriate for each round and tour.
• Perform all designated guard functions including testing, monitoring, and responding to building fire alarm and electronic security systems, closed circuit television, participation in fire evacuation, access and egress services and other emergency evacuation plans.
• Notify the Visitor Control Center and when directed, the police and fire departments in the event of an emergency or an unusual occurrence adversely affecting the interest of the Government.
• Turn off unnecessary lights; close windows; open, close, and secure doors; and check safes vaults, cabinets, and security doors, if possible. Annotate and make notifications of discrepancies found.
• Check machinery/equipment malfunctioning when alarms, unusual noises, and odors occur (if applicable). Also, report any evidence of potential fire hazards to the Visitor Control post or an authorized representative.
• Comply with established procedures, as outlined in Post Orders, pertaining to lost and found articles. Record the recovery of found property and attempt to identify and return property to their proper owner. After 24 hours, unclaimed found property shall be turned in to the Visitor Control Center.
• Participate in quarterly exercises at designated site location. The exercise shall test the responsiveness of the guard force and knowledge of their responsibilities in a variety of emergency situations. Exercises shall be documented and an after-action review conducted.
• Issue permanent and/or temporary identification (ID) cards/badges and perform all functions necessary to furnish the completed photo identification to authorized CDC-NIOSH employees, contractors, service personnel, and visitors.

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Job description

Bering Straits Native Corporation is seeking an Armed Security Officer for a part-time location in Morgantown, WV. The role requires guarding offices and facilities, performing patrols, monitoring alarms, and supporting emergency procedures. Candidates must meet strict background and credential checks, be a U.S.

citizen, and hold a high school diploma or GED. Responsibilities include badge issuance, visitor control, traffic assistance, and incident documentation.