This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base Facilities and the Major Range and Test Facilities Base to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. Under this authority, competitive rating/ranking and veteran's preference procedures do not apply. About the Position: Serves as a Security Guard, GS-0085-04/05/06, located at the McAlester Army Ammunition Plant, McAlester, OK.

Duties

This is a developmental position being filled at the GS-04, GS-05 or GS-06 levels. The full performance GS-06 level of this position entails the following duties: Perform installation access control for vehicles and pedestrians acting as initial point of contact for all visitors to authenticate identification using Personnel Access Control Systems, identification cards and badges. Conduct random Inspection Team or Random Antiterrorism Measures, vehicle searches/inspections, containers, personal property. Detain violators, identifies witnesses, takes statements and ensures incident scenes are preserved for law enforcement investigators. Perform Visitor Control Center (VCC) duties to include operating and performing various research queries on the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) workstation terminals in accordance with federal and state laws. Utilize Physical Access Control Systems to enroll personnel into system for vetting and printing of visitor passes/badge, verifies credentials and maintains visitor control roster/badge logs. Provide immediate response to active shooter and other situations such as terrorist threats, national emergencies and natural disasters as a First Responder.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a positive ANACI security background check AND incumbent must meet the requirements under the Lautenberg Amendment/Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968.
• Must be able to obtain and sustain state certification for operating the NCIC terminals.
• IAW AR 190-56, requirements of Individual Reliability Program apply, and Incumbent must be assessed under the Individual Reliability Program.
• IAW 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 (IAW) AR 600-85.
• Shift work is required, or a change in work shift may be necessary, including fluctuating hours and mandatory overtime may be required.
• 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.
• 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".
• Must successfully complete security guard training.
• 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.
• 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.
• Must be able to perform as a member of the installations overall security response capability, including the requirement to carry and deploy a riot baton, carry a protective shield and employ non-lethal ammunitions if necessary.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens ***** PLEASE READ THE APPLICATION IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE APPLYING ********** *******This Open Continuous announcement allows acceptance of applications through the closing date. The intent of this announcement is to establish a standing register of qualified candidates and refer for consideration when vacancies occur. Applications will be reviewed and referred for selection as vacancies occur within the organization. ONCE THE SELECTION IS MADE, THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE CLOSED WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE. ***** In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or 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. In order to qualify for the GS-04 position: Specialized Experience: Six months of general experience which includes experience following written procedures, rules, or regulations in contacts with co-workers, supervisors, or members of the public to provide a service, respond to inquiries, or obtain information; AND six months of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-03 grade level in the federal service which includes protection of property against such hazards as fire, theft, damage, accident, or trespass; or maintaining order and protecting life. Such experience must have provided a knowledge of protective systems and techniques. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the Federal service (GS-03). (Note: Successful completion of training in an accredited technical school that covered subjects such as physical security procedures, local laws, or investigative techniques is considered qualifying for specialized experience on a month-for-month basis.) OR Education: Two years of education above the high school level in an accredited college or university. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide your semester hours of education by 60. Add the two percentages. In order to qualify for the GS-05 position: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-04 grade level in the federal service which includes experience controlling access to a facility; and/or search various types of vehicles; and/or verify identification; and/or perform traffic control duties; and/or operate radios to pass and receive information. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-04). In order to qualify for the GS-06 position: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in the federal service which includes federal, state, municipal, local or private protective organization performing installation access control, using physical access control equipment, safeguarding personnel, information, and critical assets, recording visitor information, and/or 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). This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-03, GS-04 or GS-05). 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 -- substitution of education for experience is permitted for the GS-04 position only.

Education

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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/

Contacts

• Address GL-W390AA MCALESTER ARMY AMMUNITION PLANT DO NOT MAIL McAlester, OK 74501 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk