Lead Security Guard.

U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command; Chambersburg (Franklin County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command is seeking qualified personnel to manage access control, supervise guard coverage, and maintain desk control duties on the installation.

The role requires strict adherence to security protocols and the ability to produce daily employee reports for supervisors. Candidates must meet extensive suitability requirements, be qualified in chemical irritants, obtain secret clearance, and comply with AR 190-56.

Qualifications

• Specialized Experience: instruct security personnel on access control tasks and techniques.
• Review identification cards, badges or passes to allow access to secured areas.
• Protect health, safety and privacy of the public, staff or others at risk.

Responsibilities

• Control access to restricted areas on the installation.
• Ensure guard coverage is provided to assigned patrol areas.
• Serve as the Desk Control Officer.
• Complete daily reports of employees for supervisor review.

Skills

Instructing security personnel

Reviewing IDs/badges

Public safety awareness

Job description

• Control access to restricted areas on the installation.
• Ensure guard coverage is provided to assigned patrol areas.
• Serve as the Desk Control Officer.
• Complete daily reports of employees for supervisor review.

Duties

• Control access to restricted areas on the installation.
• Ensure guard coverage is provided to assigned patrol areas.
• Serve as the Desk Control Officer.
• Complete daily reports of employees for supervisor review.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must be qualified and certified in the use of chemical aerosol irritants.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Secret Security Clearance.
• Must qualify and remain qualified for the Individual Reliability Program (IRP), IAW AR 190-56.
• Must pass initial drug test and subject to random drug testing.
• Must be able to work rotating shifts, overtime and weekends, as required.
• Must pass initial and semi-annual specialized weapons qualifications.
• Must pass initial and annual medical examination, emotional and mental stability which includes physical agility/ability test, IAW AR 190-56.
• Must complete initial and annual CPR and First-Aid requirements.
• Must meet annual training, re-certification and mandatory requirements of AR 190-56.
• Must meet the requirements under the Lautenberg Amendment/Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968.
• Must possess a valid, state-issued motor vehicle license (loss of license may result in removal from the position).
• Must be able to wear chemical-protection equipment, as required.
• Occasional traveling may be require to attend workshops, training, or seminars.
• Must successfully complete periodic physical test requirements.
• This is a Mission Essential position and must be maintained during an emergency or crisis to ensure the continuity of critical operations.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.
• If you misrepresent your experience/education, or provide False/fraudulent information in/with your application, it may be grounds for not hiring you or for firing you. Making false/ fraudulent statements also may be punishable by fine/imprisonment.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the Specialized 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.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience performing the following duties 1) Instructing security personnel on specific access control operational tasks and job techniques; 2) Reviewing identification cards, badges or passes to allow access to a secured area; 3) Protecting the health, safety, privacy or best interest of the public, staff or others who may be at risk; and 4) Preparing daily reports, journals, logs or records. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06).

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

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.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• 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
• This is a(n) 19 Physical Security and Law Enforcement Career Field position.
• 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.

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.

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.

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.