About the Position: You will provide Security Guard services in support of the United States Army Garrison, Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) at Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey. Competition for Security Guard positions is restricted by law to persons entitled to Veterans' preference as long as such applicants are available for appointment. If there are no Veterans preference eligible applicants available, non-preference applicants may be considered.

Duties

This position functions as the first layer of defense in a security-in-depth concept to deter, detect, delay, assess, respond, and document unauthorized access to Army installations restricted to the general public. Preserve the life, health, and safety of government personnel. Safeguard government property and technologies against such threats as unlawful entry, sabotage, espionage, theft, accidental or willful damage, and destruction on installations. Determine fitness and grant access to those individuals that have met screening requirements and demonstrated a need to access the installation. Support the overall installation Anti-Terrorism / Force Protection capability by providing emergency base closure, active shooter response, and physical security emergency response to all hazardous disasters. Operate and perform research queries on National Crime Information Center (NCIC) workstation terminals. Regulate pedestrian and vehicular traffic to prevent accidents and to ease congestion and parking problems.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one-year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and sustain state certification for operating the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) terminals.
• The incumbent must meet the requirements of the Individual Reliability Program in accordance with Army Regulation (AR) 190-56.
• In accordance with AR 600-85, a DA Form 5019R Condition of Employment must be assigned for mandatory drug testing. Drug testing designated position. Individual agrees to submit to a urinalysis on a recurring basis, in accordance with 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 may be required.
• 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.
• Incumbent must undergo and pass annual medical exams of physical, emotional and mental stability. Standards for medical examinations are prescribed in AR 190-56 "The Army Civilian Police and Security Guard Program".
• Incumbent must successfully complete security guard training.
• Employee must be trained and maintain current required certifications in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (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 annual physical agility test (PAT). Failure to meet the standards after the second attempt within a ninety-day period will result in separation.
• Incumbent must be fully qualified to operate a government vehicle. Must possess or obtain 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 in accordance with AR 190-56, maintain a high state of appearance and hygiene.
• Employee 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.
• Employee must be able to perform as a member of the installation's overall security response capability.
• Incumbent must meet the requirements under the Lautenberg Amendment/Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and specialized experience 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: 1) Working with federal, state, municipal, local, or a private protective organization; 2) Performing installation access control, 3) Using physical access control equipment, 4) Safeguarding personnel, information, and critical assets, 35) Recording visitor information, and determining whether appropriate authorization for access exists. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the Federal service (GS-05). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Access Control OperationsIncident ResponseInstallation Security, Access Control, and Traffic ManagementSecurity Equipment Operation

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."


FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Contacts

• Address BA-APF-W6B3AA US ARMY GARRISON PICATINNY DO NOT MAIL Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk