Armed Security Guard

Overview

The Armed Security Guard (ASG) is primarily responsible to perform protective service work such as guarding government-owned or leased buildings and property, protecting government equipment and material, and controlling access to government installations by employees, visitors, and residents. The ASG will respond to emergencies, enforce government regulations, and conduct crowd, parking, and traffic control, inspections, and perimeter and internal access control. TheASG does not act in the capacity of a law enforcement officer and has no arrest or apprehension powers. The ASG is armed with a side arm, shotgun, or other weapons as required. Japanese Translator experience or EMT-B certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Required to follow all company personnel and safety policies and perform all assigned duties in a safe work manner.
• Will arrive at work in proper uniform and carrying needed, issued equipment
• Will be required to exercise force up to and including deadly force.
• Required to operate effectively in a foreign nation environment, sensitive to cultural differences.
• Will participate in Guard Mount, receive assigned post, and copy any extra instructions.
• Will carry out general and special orders for post assigned
• Will communicate via radio, telephone, and orally according to orders
• Required to interact and escort as required with public and government personnel.
• Will provide access control, traffic control, and conduct walking and motorized armed security functions
• Will be responsible for the cleanliness of uniform and equipment assigned.
• Will follow applicable standard operating procedures and government regulations about security of weapons, buildings, personnel, government property, and equipment
• Will conduct personnel, vehicular, building, & facility checks and package & parcel inspection
• Must be able to work flexible hours to include weekends and holidays.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Active Secret clearance required
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in security, military, law enforcement, military police, force protection, corrections, or a related protective services field.
• Must be able to qualify and maintain certification on assigned weapons systems, including a 9mm sidearm and other weapons as required by the contract.
• Honorably discharged from military service, if applicable.
• Must successfully pass all required background investigations, drug screening, medical evaluations, psychological assessments, and training requirements.
• Must be able to meet and maintain all site-specific licensing, certification, credentialing, and security clearance requirements.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Armed Security Guard license if required by the location.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to follow instructions, prepare reports, and communicate effectively.
• Must have no felony convictions and no disqualifying criminal history that would prevent employment in an armed security position.
• Must satisfy all federal, state, local, and contractual requirements for armed security personnel.
• Successfully pass background and drug screening

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior military police, security forces, law enforcement, or armed security experience.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B) certification.
• Japanese language skills or experience working in an overseas environment.
• Experience supporting government or Department of Defense contracts.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of security operations, access control procedures, patrol techniques, and incident response practices.
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in stressful or emergency situations.
• Strong observation skills and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate reports.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of professionalism and accountability.
• Ability to interact effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Ability to safely handle and operate firearms and other security equipment.

Physical Demands: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying environmental conditions.
• Ability to climb stairs, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and perform other physical activities associated with security operations.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to maintain the physical fitness standards required for the position, including successful completion of required agility assessments.
• Sufficient vision, hearing, and mobility to effectively perform security duties and respond to emergencies.