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Security Guard PositionThis is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. The U.S. Army Installation Management Command (IMCOM) handles the day-to-day operations of Army installations.Location: Many vacancies in the following locations: Redstone Arsenal, AL; Rock Island, IL; Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD; Fort Detrick, MD; Fort Meade, MD; Prince George's County, MD; Silver Spring, MD; Picatinny Arsenal, NJ; Charlottesville, VA; Fort AP Hill, VA; Fort Belvoir, VA; Fort Myer, VA.Work site options: Telework eligible. No remote job. Relocation expenses reimbursed. Pay will be set at time of job offer and will be based on the pay locality for that particular location. Pay scale & grade: GS 6. Promotion potential: None.Occupations and job series: 0085 Security Guard. Supervisory status: No. Federal service type: This job is in the Competitive Service. Represented by a union: Yes - Determined by location. Not all locations are part of a bargaining unit. Drug test: Yes. Security clearance: Secret. Position sensitivity and risk: Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk. Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job. Background check type: National security. Financial disclosure required: No.Announcement number: MCFT-26-13045409-DHAS. Control number: 881700400. This job is open to the public. U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.Duties: Perform security guard duties in accordance with appropriate regulations to detect and prevent theft, damage, accident, trespass, sabotage and espionage. Enforce the security regulations of the installation. Control access of vehicles and pedestrians to installation. Verify identification through use of identification cards, badges, biometrics automated records, verbal questioning, and other means. Admit persons, denies entry or arranges for escorts, as appropriate. Conduct vehicle searches and inspections. Conduct foot or vehicle patrol of perimeters, roadways, parking and other high traffic areas.Requirements: Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. Shift work is required, or a change in work shift may be necessary. Hours of work encompass fluctuating tours of duty to include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. Position may be designated as Mission Essential depending on location. Overtime may be required as directed and is subject to recall for periods of emergency overtime. Incumbent must undergo and pass annual medical exams of physical, emotional and mental stability. In accordance with Army Regulation (AR) 190-56, must meet the requirements of Individual Reliability Program. This is a drug testing designated position. Incumbent agrees to submit to a mandatory command directed urinalysis on a recurring basis. Incumbent is required to maintain physical condition and pass an annual Physical Agility Test (PAT) as outlined in AR 190-56. Incumbent 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. Incumbent must successfully complete security guard training. Incumbent must successfully complete and maintain current required certifications in CPR techniques and First Aid. May act as a first responder in a medical emergency. Incumbent must be able to obtain and sustain state certification for operating the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) terminals. Incumbent must obtain and maintain applicable certifications in operating various electronic equipment and sensors. Incumbent must wear the prescribed Department of Army Security Guard (DASG) uniform IAW AR 190-56; must maintain a high state of appearance and hygiene. The duties and training require for the employee to carry and deploy a riot baton, carry a protective shield and employ non-lethal ammunitions if necessary. Incumbent is required to wear chemical protection masks, gloves, and other protective equipment, and may be required to be certified in the use of aerosol irritants and baton. Incumbent must not have any medical condition that precludes the wearing of a chemical protective mask and over garments. Incumbent must be fully qualified to operate a government vehicle. Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license. Incumbent must meet the requirements under the Lautenberg Amendment/Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968.Qualifications: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) 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; or 2) Maintaining order and protecting life. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05). Such experience must have provided a knowledge of protective systems and techniques. Acceptable experience includes service in the Armed Services or Coast Guard that involved the performance of guard duties on a regular or intermittent basis.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 trial/probationary period may be required. 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 Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a Security & Intelligence Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit for more information. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. Employee shifts are based on mission requirements that are identified after certification requirements for the position are met. Shifts are not negotiated during the hiring process.Benefits: A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.Required Documents: The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment. A complete description of preference categories and the associated required documents is in the Applicant Checklist for Public Announcements. As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further. 1. Your resume: Your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. For each relevant work experience, make sure you include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (include month and year), for qualifications purposes, the number of hours worked per week, and a brief description that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement. If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position. Use plain language. Avoid using acronyms and terms that are not easily understood. The hiring agency will not make assumptions about what's in your resume. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations, and you may not be considered for this vacancy. For additional information, to include formatting tips, see: What to include in your resume. 2. Other supporting documents: Cover Letter, optional Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicableHow to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/23/2026 to receive consideration. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. As a reminder, your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. For additional information, refer to the 'Required Documents' section. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After