Overseas Armed Guard (Camp Bondsteel - Kosovo)

ContinuityGS; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits you in a dynamic role as an Armed Security Guard at a U.S. Army installation in Kosovo. This position offers the chance to work in a unique overseas location while ensuring the safety and security of the facility and its tenants. You will be responsible for access control, patrolling, and monitoring activities, contributing to a secure environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in armed security or law enforcement, excellent communication skills, and the physical fitness to meet demanding requirements. Join a forward-thinking organization that values growth and offers competitive benefits.

Benefits

First-Year Completion Bonus

Sign-on Bonus

Qualifications

• Must have a DD214 for military experience verification.
• Experience in armed law enforcement or security within the past 10 years.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and access control at the installation.
• Conduct roving patrols and surveillance to ensure safety.

Skills

Armed Security Experience

Communication Skills

Physical Fitness

Knowledge of Security Operations

Force Protection

Education

State-recognized Security Academy

Armed Forces Security Training

Job description

Location:

• Overseas, Camp Bondsteel Pristina, Kosovo

Benefits:

• First-Year Completion Bonus
• Sign-on Bonus

Continuity Global Solutions CGS - Kosovo, LLC (CGS - Kosovo) is advertising in your community for an exciting opportunity to work overseas on a U.S. Government contract in Kosovo, in the city of Pristina.

Whether you are looking for a job in an exciting location with opportunities for growth or want to get your foot in the door of Government contracting, this opportunity is for you!

Summary:

The Armed Security Guard provides security, installation access control, roving patrols, surveillance, monitoring, and overall safeguarding to the installation and its tenants. This is a United States Army installation, which includes an access gym and workout facility, as well as a PX, Burger King, and MWR.

Requirements:

• Candidates must be U.S. Citizens.
• If U.S. military experience is included, candidate must have a DD214 from the last 10 years as verification.
• May require a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (CGS-Kosovo can sponsor new clearances).
• Have two (2) years of experience in armed security, armed law enforcement, or have performed operations within the Armed Forces, civilian police, or commercial security while armed within the past 10 years.
• Must have completed a State-recognized civilian security or law enforcement academy, or an armed forces security or law enforcement training program. Verification such as a training certificate or DD214 (honorable discharge) must be provided.
• Have a current/active U.S. Passport.
• Be willing to undergo an NCIC/FBI criminal background check, including fingerprints. Must have a clean criminal history with no convictions or major traffic offenses.
• Must have experience and knowledge of security operations.
• Must have experience with basic force protection.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Must be medically fit and undergo medical testing.
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with acceptable documentation.
• Must pass a Physical Ability Test, including running 1.5 miles in 17:30 minutes and doing 21 pushups in two minutes. No exceptions or waivers allowed.
• Must be willing to undergo random drug testing upon request.
• Regular working hours are 48 hours per week, with potential for different schedules and additional hours as assigned.
• Physical Requirements/Working Environment:
• The candidate must maintain the necessary physical fitness to accomplish assigned missions, including guard duties under various weather and terrain conditions. All physical and medical requirements as dictated by the U.S. Government client's contract must be met.