Security Officer - ZTL - PT

FAA Level III Armed Security Officer

The Security Officer position at the FAA post is responsible for providing security and to safeguard FAA employees, facilities, Government property and assets from loss, theft, damage, unauthorized use, criminal acts, espionage, sabotage and terrorism. Security Officers will conduct visitor and vehicle control and screening, monitor and respond to facility cameras and alarms from intrusion detection systems, perform magnetometer and X-Ray screening, and other duties as outlined in the Statement of Work.

Job Responsibilities:

• Access Control- Provide courteous, timely service while maintaining control of all personnel and vehicles entering the facility in accordance with the local Facility Security Plan.
• Screening- Check hand carried items in possession of visitors, operating metal detectors/magnetometers to inspect visitors and deliveries, operate x-ray machine to inspect visitors' packages, equipment and hand-carried articles, conduct vehicle inspections and conduct broader or more detailed screening as directed by the ATR in response to the security posture.
• Visitor Processing- Issue visitor badges to visitors.
• Patrol -conduct roving patrols, facility perimeter to detect unauthorized entry or other suspicious activities, inspect physical security safeguards, inspect facilities for hazards, ensure that all security equipment is activated and operating properly, closing and securing all open windows or doors, manually open and close heavy gates and doors, patrol locations in areas which are potentially hazardous to the public, observe the environment for suspicious vehicles or persons on Federal property, review maps, floor plans, diagrams to be familiar with facility and property boundaries,
• Response- evacuate individuals from dangerous and/or life threatening situations, guide and assist First Responders, administer cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), administer/deploy automatic external defibrillator (AED), assess the medical condition of injured individuals, perform basic first aid in response to emergencies.
• Control Operations -Provide written or verbal situation reports regarding security-related information (e.g. accidents, bomb threats, unlawful acts, characteristics of individuals).
• Inspections- buildings and grounds, vehicles, execute colors, traffic, parking and pedestrian control.
• Escort Services- May have to escort deliveries to the loading dock.
• Gate/Building Openings-must open/close gate (s) and building (s) within the time parameters as specified by the Facility Post Orders.
• Key/Access Control Cards/Combination Control- Must receive, secure, issue and account for all keys/access cards or combinations issued to them for access to buildings, offices, equipment, gates, etc.
• Screening of Vehicles, Visitors and Mail- Deny entry of unauthorized person (s), property or vehicles to area (s) defined in the Facility Post Orders.
• Temporary Badges -Issuance of temporary passes and temporary badges to Government employees, authorized visitors, issue appropriate identification badges to authorized visitors, and record required.
• Private Property- follow procedures for handling of private property (audio, video recording devices, cameras, etc.) prohibited on the facility unless authorized by the FM.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• Applicants are required to have at least three (3) years of security officer experience. Candidates with military police, law enforcement, or corrections officer experience are preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess or able to successfully obtain CPR, First Aid, Baton and OC spray certification, Handcuff and Defense Tactics and weapons qualification certifications.
• Be able to obtain an FAA Personal Identity Verification card (PIV).
• Successfully pass all Personnel and Industrial Security Requirements such as Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) fingerprint check and Office of Personnel Management National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) to be granted an interim suitability approval.
• State Issued Security Officer License
• State Issued Firearm License
• Possess a valid driver's license.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a H.S. Diploma or State Issued GED Required. Associate Degree in a related field preferred.
• Ability to perform duties in a professional manner and appearance
• Good working knowledge of security operations, safety practices in a business environment and enforcement procedures.
• Demonstrated strong English verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to understand and follow standard operating procedures
• Ability write and investigate required reports
• Ability to make independent and good judgment decisions utilizing the FAA Security Officer Manual and ADC LTD NM and customer policy and procedures
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Frequent and prolonged walking, standing, sitting, and stooping, up to twelve (12) hours per day, either indoors or outdoors, during daytime or nighttime. Outdoor posts may require an individual to withstand extreme heat, humidity, cold, or severe weather (e.g., snow, sleet, rain, hail, wind).
• Frequent contact with general public, law enforcement, and dispatch center, requiring an ability to speak clearly and distinctly and remain calm in stressful situations (e.g., confrontations with angry, distraught, disturbed, or violent persons).
• Ability to remain on post up to four (4) consecutive hours without sitting, eating, or relieving bladder or bowels.
• Ability to remain alert for up to twelve (12) hours, with ability to mentally and physically react quickly to a variety of unexpected and dangerous situations. Use of senses (sight, hearing, smell, touch) is necessary to discern unusual or dangerous situations.
• Ability to use post security equipment (metal detectors, X-rays, CCTV); ability to use handcuffs, baton, and firearm at any time while on duty.
• Ability to read post assignments, writes reports, and responds to both routine and emergency dispatches or orders.
• Ability to subdue violent or potentially violent or disturbed individuals, or intervene in a crisis (e.g., provide emergency First Aid or resuscitation while waiting for arrival of paramedics or other emergencypersonnel).
• Occasional running, sprinting, lifting heavy weights, moving heavy objects, climbing stairs (e.g., in responding to emergencies, ensuring timely and complete facility evacuations, giving pursuit, etc.).
• Evening and Weekend Hours required.

Security Clearance:

• A Government Security Clearance may be required at certain FAA Locations.
• ADC is required by FAA to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment must be able to obtain and maintain their security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.
• Applicants offered employment with ADC are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.

ADC LTD NM is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.