Security Guard

Summary

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

About the Position: The Anniston Army Depot is located in Anniston, Alabama in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountain chain halfway between Atlanta, GA and Birmingham, AL just off Interstate 20. It is the largest employer in Calhoun County with approximately 4000 employees.

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Duties

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• Monitor installation access in accordance with Army regulations.
• Prevent unauthorized access to highly restrictive areas.
• Exercise specialized operating requirements to detect threats.
• Assist in the maintenance of law and order when necessary.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Meet all conditions of employment IAW AR 190-56.
• Pass, prior to hiring, a physical and mental examination and undergo annual physical and mental examinations to ensure fitness for duty.
• Pass a Criminal History Background Check.
• Pass Physical Agility Test (PAT) IAW AR 190-56 within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter.
• Qualify/remain qualified for the Individual Reliability Program (IRP).
• Sign DA Form 5019 and pass drug testing.
• Possess a valid motor vehicle license.
• This position is covered by the 1996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence are not eligible for this position.
• Pass semi-annual weapons qualification on all assigned weapons.
• Meet annual training and re-certification.
• Complete initial/annual CPR recertification and first aid.
• Must be able to work shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Must wear the DACP/DACG uniform IAW AR 190-56 and maintain a high state of appearance and hygiene; must be able to wear chemical protection equipment in accordance with AR 50-6.
• Must successfully complete a Field Training Officer (FTO) program within one year prior to assignment of duties.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• This position does not meet the definition of Law Enforcement Officer and is excluded from coverage as Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) for purposes of the Federal Employment Retirement System-Basic Annuity IAW 5 CFR, Part 842, Subpart H.
• This position is covered by the civilian drug abuse testing program governed by AR 600-85, The Army Substance Abuse Program. Incumbent is subject to random drug testing. Incumbent is required to sign a DA Form 5019.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

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 in this document.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes working 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; maintaining order and protecting life; applying protective techniques and use of protective systems.

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.

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.

Additional information

• 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.
• One-year probationary period may be required.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• This is a Physical Security & Law Enforcement Career Field position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• Payment of moving expenses is not authorized, based on a determination a moving expense is not in the Government best interest.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period or a 2 year trial 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.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• Relocation or Recruitment incentive may be authorized.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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