Security Officer (Step 1)

Kupono Government Services; Kekaha (HI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off (PTO)

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Bering Alaka'ina Holdings, LLC seeks a Security Officer, Step 1 to support the government customer at Kaua'i, Hawai'i. Responsibilities include gate access control, mobile and walking patrols, and safeguarding PMRF assets in coordination with Navy officers.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, Hawaii driver’s license, medical and psychological testing clearance, and multiple security certifications including Navy courses and weapons qualifications. EEO employer and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Hawaii State Driver's License required.
• Must pass medical exam and psychological testing.
• Navy Security Guard Training Course certification required.
• Navy Position Qualification System certifications required.
• Airfield Vehicle Operations Course certification required.
• CPR/First Aid/AED certification required.
• ATV Operator certification required.
• Pistol and Rifle Qualifications required.
• Physical Agility Test is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Control entry/exit of PMRF and designated controlled areas.
• Conduct mobile and walking patrols to prevent unauthorized PMRF entry.
• Identify safety issues and protect PMRF assets.
• Apply appropriate force, including deadly force when needed, and respond to incidents.
• Perform Ready-for-Issue (RFI) armory duties if certified.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Skills

report writing

gate & patrol procedures

traffic control

emergency response

communications

crime scene prevention

CPR/First Aid/AED

force protection

handling classified information

weapons qualification & safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Hawaii State Driver's License

Medical exam clearance

Psychological testing clearance

Navy Security Guard Training Course

Navy Position Qualification System

Airfield Vehicle Operations Course

CPR/1st Aid/AED certification

ATV Operator certification

Pistol and Rifle Qualifications

Physical Agility Test

Job description

Bering Alaka'ina Holdings, LLC is looking for a Security Officer, Step 1 to support our government customer located in Kaua'i, Hawai'i.

Performs armed security duties primarily in the form of installation gate access and mobile and walking patrols. In concert with U.S. Navy and Department of the Navy Civilian Security Officers, protects persons and property associated with the Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF).

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Controls persons and vehicles entering and exiting PMRF through verification of proper access media. Also controls persons and vehicles entering and exiting designated controlled areas within PMRF.
• Conducts mobile and walking patrols to prevent unauthorized PMRF entry, checks building security, identifies safety issues, and protects PMRF assets.
• Remains vigilant to suspicious activity, to include potential terrorist acts.
• Applies appropriate use of force, to include deadly force, to protect others and enforce general law and order. Responds to incidents as required.
• May perform ready-for-issue (RFI)(armory) duties if RFI certification is obtained.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Office conditions are varied and includes physical tasks including lifting, pushing or pulling over 50 pounds (two man assist). Physical positions will include, but not be limited to, walking, sitting or standing for extended periods of time, crawling, kneeling, or cramped workspaces, and work requiring repeated or frequent climbing. Environment will include customer contact, extended workdays, with field assignments, sometimes in inclement weather.

Feet:

Besides walking and standing, a Security Officer uses his/her feet for activities such as the Physical Agility Test, driving/operating vehicles, self-defense, physical use of force, and running pursuit.

Hands:

Must be able to do simple grasping, firm grasping, and fine manipulation with both hands, to include maneuvering an all-terrain vehicle.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Possess a Hawaii State Driver's License.
• Be cleared to perform duties through a medical exam and psychological testing
• Candidate must maintain the following training certifications:
  • Navy Security Guard Training Course
  • Navy Position Qualification System (applicable certifications)
  • Airfield Vehicle Operations Course
  • CPR/1st Aid/AED
  • ATV Operator
  • Pistol and Rifle Qualifications
  • Physical Agility Test
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Skills needed include:
  • report writing
  • gate and patrol procedures
  • traffic control
  • emergency response actions
  • communications
  • crime scene prevention and physical security
  • cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first aid
  • force protection
  • handling of classified information
  • Weapons (pistol, rifle, shotgun) qualification and safety

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

At least one (1) year of security, security-related, or military work experience

REQUIED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Secret security clearance is required. (Applicants selected either must currently possess a Secret clearance or will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain clearance prior to commencement of employment and maintain a security clearance for access to classified information or Closed/Restricted Areas throughout duration of employment.)

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, we provide accommodation requests. We E-Verify all employees.

"EOE, including Disability/Vets" OR "Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans"

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Alaska Native Corporation (ACN)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses and includes Ke`aki Technologies, LLC; Laulima Government Solutions, LLC; Kpono Government Services, LLC; Kapili Services, LLC; Po`okela Solutions, LLC; Kkaha Solutions, LLC; and Pololei Solutions, LLC.

For additional information, please visit www.beringalakaina.com

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