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Security Guard Position at Pine Bluff Arsenal, AR

Vetting of visitors entering an installation.

Incident Response: Respond to crisis or urgent situations including accidents; man-made, biological, chemical, radiological, or natural disasters; or other incidents that could result in harm to people, property, or the environment.

Security Equipment Operation: Operate security-related equipment or devices (both manual and automated).

Physical Security: Apply requirements for equipping and securing government and contractor facilities to guard against unauthorized access, identify suspicious activities, and ensure continuity of operations.

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.

Must successfully pass a pre-employment and recurring medical examination (physical, emotional and mental stability).

Must complete and pass a pre-employment drug test and then annually through random testing thereafter.

Must meet requirements under 18 USC 922(g)(9) (The Lautenberg Amendment); and sign the DD Form 2760 (Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition).

"May" be subject to a one year probationary period unless requirement previously met as described in 5 CFR Part 315.

Position requires rotating shift work which may include fluctuating tours of duty to include evenings, weekends and holidays.

Position is designated as Mission Essential. In the event of a crisis situation or inclement weather, the incumbent must continue to perform the duties until relieved by proper authority.

Will be required to wear personal protective equipment.

Must successfully pass entry level and annual re-certification of physical fitness/ability test.

Must obtain and maintain CPR certification and First Aid training.

Must successfully complete the security guard training program.

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 maintain requirements of the Individual Reliability Program (IRP) in accordance with AR 190-56, The Army Civilian Police and Security Guard Program.

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.

Position requires wearing of prescribed uniform.

Must obtain certification for state law enforcement systems and National Crime Information Center (NCIC).

Must be able to perform as a member of the installation's overall security response capability. The duties and training require the employee to carry and deploy a riot baton, carry a protective shield and employ non-lethal ammunitions if necessary.

Must obtain certification in operating electronic equipment and sensors as part of access control.

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.

Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Applying to OCONUS Positions

Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce

Family Member Preference (FMP) for Overseas Employment

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan

Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) for Overseas Employment

Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible

Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement

Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible

Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998

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 available.

Specialized Experience: Specialized experience is defined as one year of experience at the GS- 05 level or equivalent with a federal, state, municipal, local, or private protective organization that involved the 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. 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). 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.

Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.

You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.

This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.

Direct deposit of pay is required.

Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.

If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the information sheet.

This is a Security and Law Enforcement Career Field position.

Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.

Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.

Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

BONUS Incentives: Eleven (11) Hours of Built in Overtime per two week pay period, 10% Night differential Pay, 25% Sunday Premium Pay, $1800.00 initial uniform allowance and $200.00 per quarter after the first year.

The Joint Munitions Command provides the Joint Force with ready, reliable, lethal munitions at the speed of war. JMC's mission is to support the production, storage, distribution, and demilitarization of munitions. This position serves as a Security Guard located at Pine Bluff Arsenal, AR, which is a subordinate installation of JMC.

This government establishment requires a REAL ID compliant identification for base access.