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Duties * Independently manages pedestrian and vehicle access using electronic systems. * Duties involve conducting random vehicle/cargo inspections , detaining violators, operating Active Vehicle Barriers, executing crowd control, securing the installation during emergencies, and coordinating with law enforcement during incidents. * Serves as a first responder during critical incidents (e.g., active shooters, natural disasters). * Executes installation closure plans during heightened Force Protection Conditions (FPCON) and participates in mandatory mobilization and scenario-based training exercises. * Serves as Shift Leader assisting the Guard Shift Supervisor. * Responsibilities include making daily guard assignments, providing on-the-job training, monitoring work quality, ensuring safe working conditions, resolving informal employee complaints, and reporting on personnel performance and training needs. Requirements Conditions of employment * Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. A Secret Security Clearance is required. * Must be able to obtain and sustain state certification for operating the NCIC terminals. * IAW AR 190-56, requirements of Individual Reliability Program apply. * IAW AR 600-85, a DA Form 5019 Condition of Employment must be assigned for mandatory drug testing. * 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 may be required as directed and is subject to recall for periods of emergency overtime. * 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. * Subject to the Lautenberg Amendment. * Must undergo and pass annual medical exams of physical, emotional and mental stability. Standard for medical exams are prescribed in AR 190-56 "The Army Civilian Police and Security Guard Program". There is a lifting requirement of 45 pounds. * Must successfully complete security guard training. * Must be trained and maintain current required certifications in CPR techniques and must know first aid. * 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. * Will be required to maintain physical conditioning and pass an annual physical agility test (PAT). * 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. * Must wear the Department of the Army Security Guard (DASG) uniform IAW AR 190-56, maintain a high state of appearance and hygiene. * Must obtain and maintain applicable certifications in operating various electronic equipment and sensors. * Must not have any medical condition that precludes the wearing of a chemical protective mask and over garments. * Employee must be able to perform as a member of the installation's overall security response capability. * The duties and training required require for the employee to carry and deploy a riot baton, carry a protective shield and employ non-lethal ammunitions if necessary. * This position is mission essential. Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. * Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
* Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
* Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
* Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
* Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
* Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)
* Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
* Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
* Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
* Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
* Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 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 . Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Performing routine access control and force protection duties utilizing electronic systems (such as ePACS) to verify credentials and inspect vehicles; 2) Processing background queries (such as NCIC) to issue visitor passes in accordance with established procedures; and 3) Responding to localized security incidents or changes in Force Protection Conditions (FPCON).This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06). 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. Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-06). Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. 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 information sheet. * This is an Operation Support Career Field position. * Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. * Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. * 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 loan repayment MAY be authorized. * Salary negotiations for candidates new to Federal service MAY be authorized. * Credit for prior non-Federal experience and certain military service for leave accrual rates MAY be authorized. * Competition for Security Guard positions is restricted by law to persons entitled to veterans' preference as long as such applicants are available for appointment. Applicants that are not entitled to veteran's preference will only be considered if applicants entitled to veteran's preference are not available for appointment. NOTE: An agency may fill a restricted position with a non-preference eligible by position change (promotion, demotion or reassignment) from among current permanent Department of the Army employees. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests : If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: