Supervisory Security Guard

U.S. Bureau of Reclamation; California (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking agency as a Supervisory Security Guard, where your expertise will contribute to protecting vital infrastructure and the environment. This role involves planning and coordinating security efforts while ensuring personnel are well-trained to handle threats effectively. Candidates with military or combat support experience will find this position particularly rewarding as you engage in critical operations to safeguard our resources. If you're ready to make a difference and meet the challenges of security in a dynamic environment, this opportunity awaits you.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and coordinating guard duties.
• Ability to administer training for security personnel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate guard workload among employees effectively.
• Ensure personnel are trained to protect against threats.

Skills

Planning and coordinating guard workload

Administering training for personnel

Controlling access to restricted areas

Combat arms experience

Military police experience

Job description

Reclamation Supervisory Security Guard Job Description

Reclamation is seeking a career professional looking for an opportunity to capitalize on their expertise as a Supervisory Security Guard. Make a difference in the West by assisting in meeting increasing water demands while protecting the environment.

Duty Location: Shasta, California

In order to be rated as qualified for this position, the HR Office must be able to determine that you meet the specialized experience requirement - this information must be clearly supported in the resume.

To qualify at the GS-09 level, you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to at least the GS-08 level in federal service, demonstrating experience in:

1. Working with a protective organization (Federal, State, municipal, local, or private) involving planning, coordinating, or distributing guard workload among employees according to established workflow.
2. Administering training to ensure personnel are equipped to protect against threats to property and personnel.
3. Controlling access or patrolling restricted and limited access areas.

Acceptable experience includes service in the Armed Services or Coast Guard involving guard duties. Preferred candidates will have specialized experience in combat arms (e.g., infantry, armor, special operations) or combat support (e.g., military police, field artillery).

Experience includes paid, unpaid, volunteer work (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps), and other organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and skills relevant to employment. All qualifying experience will be credited.

You must meet all Eligibility and Qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors, by 04/28/2026.

All security guard personnel must meet the following Conditions of Employment:

About Security Response Force (SRF):

Protecting Critical Infrastructure: Video Link, Playlist

Security Response Force Physical Training Requirements: Training Video

BOR Security Guard Academy

Employees must complete an 8-10 week basic training at Grand Coulee, including classroom instruction, proficiency demonstrations, and periodic testing. Failure to pass will result in removal from federal service.

Physical Fitness Standards

Prior to hiring and during employment, passing the Employment PT test is required, with a combined score of 100 points or higher across all categories. Annual testing is mandatory, with a 60-day window for retesting if needed. Failure to pass will lead to removal from service.

Arming and Firearm Proficiency

Position requires carrying a firearm. Candidates must certify no domestic violence convictions, verified through background checks. Firearm proficiency must be demonstrated upon training completion and annually; failure to do so will result in removal from the position.