Armed Security Guard

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SUMMARY

Bering Straits Logistics Services (BSLS) is seeking several Part-Time Armed Security Guards who will be primarily responsible for performing protective service work such as guarding Kings Bay Naval Submarine Base owned or leased buildings and property, protecting equipment and material, and controlling access to installations through established Entry Control Points (ECP’s) by Active Duty Military personnel, employees, visitors, residents, and patients. The Officer will respond to emergencies, enforce regulations and federal laws, mobile patrols, inspections and searches, traffic enforcement, and investigations. After completion of required training, the Officer is armed with a side arm, shotgun, or other weapons as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position, and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned.

• MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE 1.5 MILE RUN IN 17.30 MIN AND 19 PUSH-UPS IN 2 MINS 
• Will be required to follow all company personnel and safety policies, and perform all assigned duties in a safe work manner 
• Will arrive to work in proper uniform and carrying needed, issued equipment.
• Will be armed with either a pistol or shotgun and will be required to exercise force up to and including deadly force.
• Will draw assigned weapon.
• Will participate in Guard Mount, receive assigned post, and copy any extra instructions.
• Will communicate via radio, telephone and orally according to general and special orders.
• Will interact and escort as required with public and FLETC personnel.
• Will provide access control, traffic control, and conduct walking and motorized Police Officer functions.
• Will be responsible for cleanliness of uniform and equipment assigned.
• Will follow applicable standard operating procedures and FLETC regulations pertaining to security of weapons, buildings, personnel, FLETC property and equipment.
• Will conduct personnel, vehicular, building, and facility checks and package/parcel inspection.
• Must Possess or be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• Active clearance or clearance held within the last two years preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required (Minimum) Qualifications

• In compliance with Federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form (I-9) upon hire.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE 1.5 MILE RUN IN 17.30 MIN AND 19 PUSH-UPS IN 2 MINS 
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a full time employee of a civilian law enforcement agency, military police, or government/civilian security guard organization; or a minimum of two (2) years military experience in specified military occupational specialties in which the military tour of duty included duties involving security, force protection, weapons proficiency, protecting property, maintaining law and order, protecting lives or other duties similar in nature (i.e., Military Police, Infantry, Special Forces, Security Forces, Communications, War Veteran, etc.).
• Honorably discharged (if applicable).
• Possess a Diploma or certificate as a graduate of a Federal, State, or local law enforcement agency; or military services recognized basic law enforcement or physical security training academy.
• Successfully completed all training and have obtained all required permits, licenses, certifications and security clearances for the site.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• Must speak, read, write, and understand the English language, apply written rules, detailed orders, instructions, and training material.
• Be able to obtain Armed Security Guard License, as may be required by state.
• Be able to obtain Unarmed Security Guard License, as may be required by state.
• Be able to meet any Federal, State, or Municipal requirements to work as a Police Officer.
• Have no record or history of illegal drug use, sale, possession, or manufacture during the previous five(5) years.
• Have no convictions that reflect on the individual’s reliability including those crimes classified under Lautenberg Act.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to operate a personal computer and standard office equipment.
• Must have knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, (MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), and Outlook.
• Must be able to problem solve; Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully, develops alternative solutions, works well in group problem solving situations, uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Must be able to plan and organize; Prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently, plan for additional resources, set goals and objectives, organize or schedule other people and their tasks, develop realistic action plans.
• Approaches other in a tactful manner and reacts well under pressure. Treats other with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for own actions and follow through on commitments.
• Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to question activities and issues in all functional areas and make sound business decisions based on that data.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential and marginal functions of this job include: sit, stand, talk, and hear. Frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to stand, walk, climb, or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Must successfully complete a pre-employment physical agility test (PAT) and annually thereafter as prescribed by the government. MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE 1.5 MILE RUN IN 17.30 MIN AND 19 PUSH-UPS IN 2 MINS 

DOT COVERED/SAFETY-SENSITIVE ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation “safety-sensitive” functions.  

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.   

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• The employee will not normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment.
• The employee may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions.  Is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.
• The employee will occasionally perform mobile patrol duties in a patrol vehicle

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• No supervisory responsibilities.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, may be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results to obtain access to military base. Must have reliable transportation to/from work a necessity and must be able to obtain access to military installations.

Shareholder Preference

BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training, and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.

Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. We are a drug free workplace.