Overseas Armed Guard (Camp Bondsteel - Kosovo)

ContinuityGS; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Armed Security Guard for an exciting overseas opportunity in Kosovo. This role involves providing security, access control, and surveillance at a U.S. Army installation. Candidates must be U.S. Citizens with armed security or law enforcement experience and be prepared for a physically demanding environment. This position offers a unique chance to work in a dynamic setting while ensuring the safety and security of personnel and facilities. Join a team where your skills contribute to vital operations and enjoy the benefits of working in a vibrant international location.

Benefits

First-Year Completion Bonus

Sign-on Bonus

Qualifications

• Must have completed a State-recognized civilian security or law enforcement academy.
• Candidates must be U.S. Citizens with a clean criminal history.

Responsibilities

• Provide security and access control at a U.S. Army installation.
• Conduct patrols and surveillance to safeguard the installation.

Skills

Armed Security Experience

Law Enforcement Experience

Communication Skills

Physical Fitness

Knowledge of Security Operations

Education

Completion of Security Academy

U.S. Military 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 the Eastern European Country of Kosovo - in the city of Pristina.

Whether you are just looking for a job in an exciting location with opportunities for growth or simply want to get your foot in the door in 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 all access gym and workout facilities as well as a PX, Burger King, and MWR.

Requirements

• Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen.
• If U.S. military experience is included, candidate must have a DD214 issued within the last 10 years as verification.
• May require a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (CGS-Kosovo can sponsor new clearances).
• Have at least two (2) years' 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 the completion of an armed forces security or law enforcement training program. Verification of training, such as a training certificate(s) or DD214 (honorable discharge), must be provided.
• Have a current/active U.S. Passport.
• Be willing to undergo an NCIC/FBI criminal background report, 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 for COVID-19 with acceptable documentation of vaccination(s).
• Must pass a Physical Ability Test (run 1.5 miles in 17:30 minutes and do 21 pushups in two minutes). This requirement is strictly enforced, and waivers are not allowed.
• Must be willing to undergo random drug testing upon request.
• Regular working hours are 48 hours per week. Due to the nature of the employment, work schedules may vary, and additional hours beyond scheduled time may be required.
• 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.