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Security Guard

Department of Defense
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA
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Summary

About the Position: This position is located at General Leonard Wood Community Hospital, Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.

This is a Direct Hire Solicitation

  • Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service..

Overview

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Open & closing dates
12/17/2024 to 12/23/2024
Salary
$39,576 - $51,446 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 5
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Fort Leonard Wood, MO
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
HSJW245352003611HWR
Control number
824135000

Duties

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  • Monitor personnel access via both personal sight and electronic access control systems into restricted areas.
  • May interview subjects, witnesses, and persons involved in cases.
  • Prepare written reports on all incidents and investigations as required and must be willing to use case documents and/or testify during judicial proceedings as a witness or security professional.
  • Conduct initial inquiries for both administrative and potential criminal complaints.
  • Conduct periodic parcel, package, container, and equipment checks following prescribed special procedures to ensure only authorized property is brought into or removed from military treatment facility.

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.
  • A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
  • 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. A background investigation and credit check are required.
  • 3 Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
  • This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
  • A pre-placement medical examination is required.
  • Moderate to heavy lifting up to 50 pounds may be required.
  • Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
  • Must possess and maintain a valid stateside driver's license.
  • This position may require the incumbent to work during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules.
  • This position may require the incumbent to work on call during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.

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.

Basic Requirement for a Security Guard:

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes providing armed guard services for the protection of life (employees, visitors, patients, etc.), maintaining an activity report to document shift activity, and performing access control ensuring physical security of campus or facilities. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-04).

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 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.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • 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.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Position is designated as Inclement Weather Essential. The incumbent must make every attempt to report for work on time and/or remain on duty during severe weather conditions.
  • This position is designated as Key. For positions located within the Continental US (CONUS), the position cannot be vacated during war or national emergency without seriously impairing the mission.
  • Position is designated as Mission Essential. The incumbent will be required to report to work during times of contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather or other emergency situations.
  • Firearms testing and successful qualification to service component published standards required on a semi-annual basis. This may include firing at night, with one hand, or while under time or physical stress.
  • Position requires employee to perform routine and emergency daily duties while wearing a uniform and/or protective clothing to include facial/ head worn protective masks (SAPR, SCBA, etc.) soft body armor where assigned, and duty belt with police equipment weighing several pounds.
  • Incumbent must be able to act in the capacity of a first responder to critical incidents, including but not limited to: criminal acts, natural disasters, lost or missing persons, mass casualties, and/or acts of terror or mass destruction. This will include active participation in training and exercises designed to determine the readiness of responding forces or the effectiveness of protective measures and programs.
  • You will be prepared to execute the lawful orders of critical incident commanders, military or civilian, and assigned duties as such. During such actual emergencies/ critical incidents, you may incur, without prior notice, extra shifts, long hours standing at security or traffic control posts, extended duty hours between meal breaks, and working outdoors in inclement weather for extended periods of time. Such duties, even if performed properly may place you in danger of severe personal injury, loss of limb, or even death.
  • Employee must be trained and maintain current required certifications in CPR and first aid. May act as a first responder in a medical emergency.
  • This position is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. Those not able to obtain or maintain this standard must be immediately removed from all security duties involving the handling, carrying, or transferring of firearms.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA

As an integrated health care system, the Defense Health Agency delivers healthcare services across the Department of Defense and enables combat support to the Joint Force as a strategic partner. Through a robust healthcare delivery system, and a dedicated team of inspired professionals, the Agency ensures the worldwide delivery of medical, dental, and pharmacy programs to more than 9.5 million uniformed service members, retirees, and their families, by improving health and building readiness

Anytime, Anywhere-Always.

Fort Leonard Wood is a training installation located in the Missouri Ozarks, a region consisting of a high plateau stretching across Arkansas, Missouri and Oklahoma. Ft Leonard Wood is surrounded by friendly communities offering low costs of living and great quality of life. Slow down and relax in our quaint small towns, rich in history and charm. Explore the breathtaking natural beauty of our wild places, crystal clear streams, the nation's first National Scenic River-way and fabulous lakes that provide family fun ranging from boating to sailing to fishing and swimming. Branson, MO., is a country music mecca and is about two hours southwest of Fort Leonard Wood, while St Louis is two and a half hours to the east and Kansas City is three and a half hours to the west.

Agency contact information

Army Applicant Help Desk
Website
https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address
JT-DHA-DD83CM DHA STAND-ALONE MKT-LEONARD WOOD ACH
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Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473
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