Lock and Security Specialist (Locksmith Supervisor)

Summary

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Duties

Provides knowledge of security equipment which directly affects each area of the institution. Analyzes mechanical electrical locking systems engineering blueprints weapon repair and schematics. Troubleshoots locks and locking devices and makes necessary repairs using a variety of hand and power tools as they relate to carpentry electricity and masonry.

Works with electric and electronic analysis meters for use in analyzing door interlocks and troubleshooting electrical and electronic problems. Maintains the armory where institution weapons and ammunition are stored handled and prepared for transportation as needed.

Performs preventative maintenance on all equipment maintained in the armory and makes minor repairs as necessary. Maintains inventory and determines proper level of supplies and equipment required to keep the armory functional and ready in all respects.

Sets up and monitors internal security programs to include instructions and procedures for office closing procedures and locking and unlocking procedures for safes doors and vaults.

Along with all other correctional institution employees incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and is performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is Required.
• See Special Conditions of Employment Section.

Career Transition Programs ( CTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position you must:

• 1. Meet CTAP eligibility criteria;
• 2. Be rated well-qualified for the position scoring at least half of the total possible points for the vacancy KSAs or competencies; and
• 3. Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP eligibility:
• A copy of the agency notice (i.e. separation notice or agency RIF letter)
• Most recent performance appraisal and
• Most recent SF-50 showing current/former position grade promotion potential and duty location.
• See USAJOBS Career Transition Programsfor more information.

NOTE: Applicants claiming CTAP eligibility must complete all assessment questions to be rated under the established ranking criteria.

EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex pregnancy national origin political affiliation sexual orientation marital status disability genetic information age membership in an employee organization retaliation parental status military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here: be considered for the position you must meet the following qualifications requirements.

Education:

There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position.

Experience:

One year of specialized experience that equipped the applicant with the particular qualifications to perform successfully the duties of the position and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.

Some examples of this qualifying experience are:

• Experience that includes knowledge in training institution staff in all areas of security in order to maintain a high level of sound operational and structural security at the institution.
• Experience in reading and comprehending technical publications drawings engineering blueprints and schematics of buildings.
• Experience that includes technical knowledge of prison locks and locking systems including their application and use within a correctional setting.
• Experience in handling and maintaining a high level of technical and operational expertise in use of all emergency entry equipment riot control equipment chemical munitions stun munitions and all special operations response team equipment.

If applicable credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit you must show the actual time (such as the number of hours worked per week) spent in activities.

**Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.**

Education

See Qualifications Section for education requirements if applicable .

ONLY if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement. Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name Student Name Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria Click Here.

Foreign Education: For information regarding foreign education requirements please see Foreign Diploma and Credit Recognition at the U.S. Department of Education website: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications.

If you are selected for this position and qualified based on education (i.e. basic education requirement and/or substitution of education) you will be required to provide an OFFICIAL transcript prior to your first day on duty.

Additional information

In accordance with 5 U.S.C. 3307 a maximum entry age of 36 has been established for original appointment to a position in a Bureau of Prisons institution.

The representative rate for this position is $77030 per annum ($36.91 per hour).

Special Conditions of Employment Section:

Initial appointment to a supervisory/managerial position requires a one-year probationary period.

The incumbent is subject to geographic relocation to meet the needs of the agency.

Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a urinalysis physical and background investigation. All applicants are subject to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit checks.

All applicants not currently working in an institution will be required to complete a qualification inquiry regarding convictions of misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence in order to be authorized to carry a firearm.

Successful completion of the Introduction to Correctional Techniques three-week training course at Glynco Georgia is required.

The addresses listed on the USAJOBS account/resume must be the primary residence at the time of application. You may be required to provide proof of residence.

Additional selections may be made if vacancies occur within the life of the certificate.

Although competitive and non-competitive applications are being accepted the selecting official may elect to have only one group reviewed.

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.

Required Experience:

Manager