Security & Emergency Response Specialist

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs—VAMC Wilmington Police Department—requires a Security Assistant to monitor and respond to alarms, coordinate with law enforcement, and manage access control. The role emphasizes data entry, report writing, and maintaining confidentiality in a high-security environment.

Responsibilities include dispatching emergencies, operating communications equipment, and maintaining logs. Work involves rotating shifts and potential overtime; strict background checks apply.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-4 level or education substituting experience.
• Education substitution allows for 4 years of education above high school in eligible programs.
• Combination of education and experience may meet qualification requirements; transcripts may be required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to alarms and security systems.
• Dispatch law enforcement or other personnel as needed.
• Maintain records, logs, and reports of security activities.
• Issue and track keys and badges; manage access control.

Skills

Computer systems

Data entry

Report writing

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Education

4 years education above high school

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs—VAMC Wilmington Police Department—requires a Security Assistant to monitor and respond to alarms, coordinate with law enforcement, and manage access control. The role emphasizes data entry, report writing, and maintaining confidentiality in a high-security environment.

Responsibilities include dispatching emergencies, operating communications equipment, and maintaining logs. Work involves rotating shifts and potential overtime; strict background checks apply.