About the Position: This position is for a permanent Security Guard (GS-0085-06) with the Department of the Army, Installation Management Command (IMCOM), Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) located at Fort Carson, Colorado. Recruitment, Relocation and Retention Incentives may be offered for this position. Note: Competition for Security Guard positions is restricted by law to persons entitled to veteran's preference as long as such applicants are available for appointment.

Duties

Perform Physical Access Control Systems (PACS) registrar duties to enroll personnel into the system for vetting and printing of visitor passes/badges. Perform Physical Access Control Systems (PACS) registrar duties to enroll personnel into the system for vetting and printing of visitor passes/badges. Respond to incidents to prevent theft, damage, accidents, trespassing, sabotage, and espionage in accordance with the appropriate regulations. Prepare written reports to document all incidents as they occur on the installation. Operate two-way communication equipment to summon emergency vehicles and crews when assistance is needed.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position is covered by the 1996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to applicant testing and random drug testing.
• Tentatively selected applicants will be required to sign DA Form 5019 requiring participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
• Incumbent must successfully pass a pre-employment and recurring medical examination (physical, emotional and mental stability) and test annually thereafter.
• Incumbent must pass the initial physical ability test (PAT) within the first 30 days of employment and pass the annual test thereafter.
• Incumbent must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Due to the nature of this position, employees are subject to work both planned and unscheduled irregular tours of duty to support 24/7 operations, which includes evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• This is an Inclement Weather Essential position; you must make every attempt to report for work on time and/or remain on duty during severe weather conditions.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 45 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
• Incumbent is required to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.

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. 30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange AgreementExecutive Order (E.O.) 12721Interagency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActModification of Term AppointmentsNon-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferOffice of Personnel Management (OPM) Interchange Agreement EligiblePeople with Disabilities, Schedule APriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the 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 demonstrated experience 1) Performing security duties such as foot patrols and/or check identification for pedestrians and vehicles to control access to assigned areas, 2) Utilizing automated systems to verify the credentials and authorization of individuals requesting access to restricted areas, and 3) Using security related equipment such as radios, tasers, firearms, etc. to safeguard personnel, information, and critical assets. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Access Control OperationsIncident ResponsePhysical SecuritySecurity DocumentationSecurity Equipment Operation 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).

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.

Contacts

• Address EI-APF-W0VNAA US ARMY GARRISON FT CARSON HQ DO NOT MAIL Fort Carson, CO 80913 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk