About the Position: The Directorate of Operations (DOO) provides law and order, fire and emergency services and protection operations. Its main mission is to provide a safe and secure environment for the Service Members, civilians and families that work, live or visit our installation. NOTE: Competition for Security Guard positions is restricted by law to persons entitled to veterans' preference as long as such applicants are available for appointment.

Duties

Perform security guard duties in accordance with appropriate regulations to detect and prevent theft, damage, accident, trespass, sabotage and espionage Enforce the security regulations of the installation Control access of vehicles and pedestrians to installation Verify identification through use of identification cards, badges, biometrics automated records, verbal questioning, and other means Admit persons, denies entry or arranges for escorts, as appropriate Conduct vehicle searches and inspections Conduct foot or vehicle patrol of perimeters, roadways, parking and other high traffic areas

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• If selected, the agency will provide information regarding what documentation is needed and how to request any legally required exceptions from this requirement.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health/ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position will require the incumbent to pass a physical fitness/agility test within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs.
• This position requires certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation with Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) and First aid training.
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position is subject to the provisions of the Domestic Violence Offender Gun Ban commonly referred to as the Lautenberg Amendment.
• This position has been designated "Mission Essential".
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
• Due to the nature of this position, employees are required to work both planned and unscheduled overtime.
• This is a Term position scheduled Not to Exceed 6 Years. Term employment is subject to a one year trial period. Employees serving a trial period can be removed with limited appeal rights.
• This position requires the incumbent must obtain and maintain applicable certification in operating various electronic equipment and sensors. This position requires the incumbent to be proficient in the use of assigned firearms.
• This position requires the incumbent to wear a uniform and /or protective clothing and equipment. This position requires the incumbent to pass an annual pepper spray and/or Taser certification if issued to personnel.
• This position requires certification in the Individual Reliability Program (IRP) in accordance with AR 190-56.
• This position requires the incumbent must successfully complete Security Guard training.

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 Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Modification of Term Appointments 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 such as work with a Federal, State, municipal, local, or private protective organization that involved controlling access to restricted areas, patrolling, maintaining order, and protecting life or property. Such experience must have provided a knowledge of protective systems and techniques. Acceptable experience includes service in the Armed Services or Coast Guard that involved the performance of guard duties on a regular or intermittent basis. 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. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Access Control OperationsIncident ResponseSearch Techniques 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-05).

Contacts

• Address BB-APF-W3HVAA USA ARMY GARRISON FT DETRICK DO NOT MAIL Frederick, MD 21702 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk