The Protective Security Officer (PSO) is responsible for access control and detecting, delaying, detaining, and/or apprehending persons attempting to gain unauthorized access to Government property or otherwise violating laws, rules, and regulations. The PSO shall also identify, report, delay, or detain those persons who violate the rules and regulations as appropriate and in accordance with Post Orders. PSOs must also remain vigilant to observe and provide emergency response to a variety of hazards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide on-site protection services
• Perform all tasks in accordance with the duties outlined in Post Orders
• Shall not deviate from the directions provided by the Post Orders except in emergencies or as directed by the COR
• Perform a variety of security-related duties, depending on the type of posts assigned
• Provide briefings to on-coming PSOs of the recent, continuing, or anticipated events and occurrences for the post
• Maintain logs, reports, and files of all incidents and occurrences encountered during the tour of duty
• Provide personal escort services for designated personnel, visitors, etc., when directed to do so by the COR
• Ensure compliance with the contract and to meet customer needs
• Read and become familiar with Security Guard Information Manual (SGIM) prior to assuming duties
• Carry firearm license/permit on person while on duty (Unless local or state law requires the Contractor to maintain the records)

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications: (To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.)

• U.S. Citizen
• Valid state driver s license
• Speak, understand, read and write the English language fluently
• Secret security clearance granted by the Defense Security Service pursuant to the requirements of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP) and the NISP Operating Manual (NISPOM) prior to starting work under this contract
• High school diploma or a GED equivalency certificate
• One (1) year experience as a certified armed Security Officer
• Basic knowledge of and familiarity in the operation of pan/tilt/zoom camera equipment, automated bollards, magnetometers, x-ray machines, computerized access control systems, CCTV systems, and two-way radio systems
• Basic knowledge of and familiarity in the duties of a Command Post dispatcher.
• Certified in CPR, First Aid, and the Automatic External Defibrillator (AED).
• Certified to perform private security guard services in the state where the services are provided.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of TSA and FPS directives pertaining to security operations
• Knowledge of the Security Guard Information Manual
• Comprehensive knowledge of security officer patrol functions in order to maintain the integrity of the protective mission
• Writing skills that demonstrate the ability to prepare and complete a variety of written reports
• Skill in satisfactorily dealing with customers
• Skill in operating a personal computer and standard office equipment
• Ability to use a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database, (MSWord, Excel, Access, PowerPoint), and Outlook
• Ability to successfully complete all training requirements identified in the SOW
• Ability to pass a physical aptitude test may be required
• Ability to meet the TSA standards for contractor suitability as determined by the TSA Office of Personnel Security

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.)

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee may use repeated motions that include the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers. The employee is occasionally required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Work Environment: (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.)

• The employee will normally work in a temperature-controlled office environment, with frequent exposure to electronic office equipment.
• During visits to areas of operations, may be exposed to extreme cold or hot weather conditions. Is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and loud noise.

Chenega Corporation and family of companies is an EOE.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Native preference under PL 93-638.

We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification.