Supervisory Security Guard

Duties
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• Manage a large guard workforce with the primary function of conducting access control.
• Professional competence in security to ensure management of the security force and compliance with rules and regulations.
• Responsible for keeping the Director of Emergency Services informed.
• Specifically responsible for assisting in the interpretation and implementation of directives from higher authorities.
• Deal with workers and union representatives to resolve complaints and grievances.
• Establish performance standards and evaluates subordinate supervisors.
• Exercise responsibility in dealing with officials in other units/organizations and/or provides advice to management officials of higher grade.
• Review and approve training for security forces to ensure training standards meet regulatory guidelines.
• Publish personnel duty schedule, identify, and submit request for personnel actions, modifications or changes and award nominations.

Requirements
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Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Department of the Army Security Guard (DASG) positions are categorized as noncritical-sensitive and must be able to obtain and maintain eligibility at the Secret level using a Tier 3 background investigation.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and sustain state certification for operating the NCIC terminals. In addition, Incumbent must successfully complete security guard training.
• IAW AR 190-56, requirements of Individual Reliability Program apply. Employee and prospective employee of this job are expected to maintain a high standard of conduct; and when being considered for employment and periodically thereafter.
• IAW AR 600-85, a DA Form 5019 Condition of Employment must be assigned for mandatory drug testing. Drug testing designated position. Individual agrees to submit to an initial urinalysis and on a recurring basis, in accordance with (IAW) AR 600-85.
• Shift work is required, or a change in work shift may be necessary. Hours of work encompass fluctuating tours of duty to include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. Overtime/ subject to recall may be required. May be required to be on-call.
• Incumbent must be proficient in the use of assigned firearms/weapons, pass an initial qualification, and must qualify semi-annually thereafter in the use of assigned firearms/weapons IAW AR 190-56, The Army Civilian Police and Security Guard Program.
• Incumbent must undergo and pass an initial and annual medical exam of physical, emotional and mental stability. Standard for medical exams are prescribed in AR 190-56, The Army Civilian Police and Security Guard Program.
• Appointment is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements. A one year probation to assess your ability to perform supervisory duties is required unless previously completed.
• Incumbent must be trained and maintain current required certifications in CPR techniques and must know first aid. May act as a first responder in a medical emergency.
• Incumbent may be required to wear chemical protection masks, gloves, and other protective equipment, and may be required to be certified in the use of aerosol irritants and baton.
• Incumbent will be required to maintain physical conditioning and pass an initial and annual physical ability test (PAT) as outlined in Army Regulation 190-56, The Army Civilian Police and Security Guard Program.
• Incumbent must be fully qualified to operate a government vehicle. Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license. Loss of license may result in removal from the position.
• Incumbent must wear the Department of the Army Security Guard (DASG) uniform and maintain a high state of appearance and hygiene IAW AR 190-56.
• Incumbent must obtain and maintain applicable certifications in operating various electronic equipment and sensors.
• Incumbent must not have any medical condition that precludes the wearing of a chemical protective mask and over garments.
• Incumbent must be able to perform as a member of the installation's overall security response capability. The duties require for the employee to carry and deploy a riot baton, carry a protective shield and employ non-lethal ammunitions if necessary.
• LAUTENBERG AMENDMENT: Incumbent must meet the requirements under the Lautenberg Amendment/Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 5% of the time.
• This position has been designated "Mission Essential". In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations (natural or man-made disaster) the incumbent is required to report to work or remain for mission support.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document .

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes experience with a federal, state, municipal, local or private protective organization leading security guard personnel workforce. Coordinating with other organizational units and external law enforcement agencies (local, state, federal) to ensure a cohesive security posture. Performing access control operations, safeguarding personnel, information and critical assets, using physical access control equipment within a large security guard workforce. Experience regulating pedestrian and vehicular traffic to include providing initial response to traffic accidents, answering regulatory and procedural questions. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09).

This position is supervisory as defined by the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) General Schedule Supervisory Guide (GSSG). A one year probation to assess your ability to perform supervisory duties is required unless previously completed.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
• This is a(CP) 19- Physical Security and Law Enforcement Career Field position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
• Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized.
• Student load repayment may be authorized.
• Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorized.
• Credit for Prior Non-Federal Work Experience and Certain Military Service for Determining Annual Leave Accrual Rate may be authorized.