Armed Security Officer

Bering Straits Native Corporation · Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · 2 months ago

Employment: Contract
Experience: 1+ years
Visa sponsorship: No
Salary: USD 24 / hour

Performs on-site security duties including patrols, monitoring systems, and emergency response at a U.S. government facility in Pittsburgh, PA, using access control and video monitoring tools.

About Bering Straits Professional Services

Bering Straits Professional Services (BSPS) is committed to world-class management of global logistics, training and procurement services for U.S. Government agencies. BSPS is certified by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) as an 8(a) contractor. In February 2022, BSPS became an International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001 certified company. BSPS received the ISO 9001 quality standard certification through the Performance Review Institute (PRI).

PRI recognized BSPS for having met the stringent requirements of international standards, ongoing commitment to satisfying stakeholders and a dedication to continual improvement of their management systems. Through this certification, BSPS has joined an elite number of organizations worldwide who have achieved certification to this globally recognized ISO 9001 quality standard.

About this position Armed Security Officer in Pittsburgh, PA

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Wage/Salary: 24.23 per hr.

Applicants will be notified via phone or email within ten (10) business days of submittal.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Guards shall make routine checks of offices, laboratories, corridors, parking lots, storage sites, and other such locations, as appropriate for each round and tour. Authorize deviations from the established schedules whenever unusual conditions or circumstances occur. In such cases the reasoning for the deviation shall be noted on the guard’s tour report.
Perform all designated guard functions including testing, monitoring, and responding to building fire alarm and electronic security systems, closed circuit television, participation in fire evacuation, access and egress services and other emergency evacuation plans.
Notify the Visitor Control Center and when directed, the police and fire departments in the event of an emergency or an unusual occurrence adversely affecting the interest of the Government.
Turn off unnecessary lights; close windows; open, close, and secure doors; and check safes vaults, cabinets, and security doors, if possible. Annotate and make notifications of discrepancies found.
Check machinery/equipment malfunctioning when alarms, unusual noises, and odors occur (if applicable). Also, report any evidence of potential fire hazards to the Visitor Control post or an authorized representative.
Comply with established procedures, as outlined in Post Orders, pertaining to lost and found articles. Record the recovery of found property and attempt to identify and return property to their proper owner. After 24 hours, unclaimed found property shall be turned in to the Visitor Control Center.
Participate in quarterly exercises at designated site location. The exercise shall test the responsiveness of the guard force and knowledge of their responsibilities in a variety of emergency situations. Exercises shall be documented and an after- action review conducted.
Issue permanent and/or temporary identification (ID) cards/badges and perform all functions necessary to furnish the completed photo identification to authorized CDC-NIOSH employees, contractors, service personnel, and visitors.
Conduct visitor center operations that include issuing badges; maintaining visitor records; and operating x-ray machines and metal detectors.
Assist with traffic operations on the properties to control traffic flow.
Conduct rover foot patrols, both interior and exterior, as well as motorized patrol responding to fire, intrusion, and other alarms; answering service calls and documenting all reports of crimes, security violations, or incidents; providing emergency first aid and escorts; assisting with emergency evacuations; manning vehicle check points and conducting inspections.

Required (Minimum Necessary) Qualifications

Education Requirements: High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Level of Experience Requirements: Minimum 1 year Experience

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Have a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Be a citizen of the United States.
Have not had a previous private investigator or security guard license revoked or denied in any state.
Have not been declared incompetent by a court because of a mental defect or illness.
In the past or presently suffer from narcotics addiction or dependence or habitual drunkenness.
Have not been convicted of a misdemeanor under the “Lautenberg Amendment” (18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(9))
Have not been convicted of a felony in any state or territory.
Has not filed for bankruptcy or another form of documented financial distress in the past 48 months.
Have not been convicted of any of these crimes:

Illegally using, carrying or possessing a pistol or other dangerous weapon
Making or possessing burglar's instruments
Buying or receiving stolen property
Entering a building unlawfully
Aiding an inmate's escape from prison
Distributing illicit drugs; or
Any misdemeanor involving moral turpitude or for which dishonesty of character is a necessary element.

Have never:

Engaged in the private investigation or security guard business without a license
Transferred security guard or firearms license to an unlicensed person or subcontracted with an unlicensed person or firm to conduct investigations or security guard business
Employed anyone to conduct investigations or security guard business who was in violation of any of the prohibitions or requirements of law
Falsely represented that they are, or any other person is a law enforcement official, or a person licensed as an investigator or guard.
Made any false report with respect to any matter relating to employment
Divulged any information obtained from or for a client without express permission
Knowingly accepted employment to obtain information intended for illegal purposes; or
Authorized or encouraged another person to engage in any of the above activities.

All potential employees must hold a Position of Trust.
Must have Security Guard License for applying state. In this case, PA Act 235 License
Pre-assignment evaluations of each security officer will assess the suitability of the officer to CDC’s security program. Prospective employees must submit to a CDC administered Background Check. Such evaluations will include a minimum of the following:

Previous employment verification (up to 10 years)
Education certificate(s) verification
Past residences (up to 10 years)
Record of previous military service (if applicable)
Record of all criminal convictions (No felony or moral turpitude convictions)
Citizenship: Must be U.S. Citizens
Drug testing/screening by a certified drug screening service. A random drug testing program must also be submitted to and approved by CDC.
Credit Report to indicate financial responsibility and low risk for financial pressure
A valid state driver’s license and a motor vehicle driving history report that indicates a low-risk record.

Prospective employees must be literate in English to the extent of speaking, reading and understanding printed regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions and materials, and be able to compose and write reports which convey complete and accurate information which is understandable and readable.
The members of the security force must have basic knowledge of computerized access control, and video monitoring systems.
Prospective employees must pass drug test prior to hire and be subject to a random program that tests 25% of the workforce on a quarterly basis.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

Applicant must be proficient with computer applications, to include but not limited to Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Applicant must pass all government required training to include but not limited to, bi-annual firearms qualifications, expandable baton (every 3 years), and First Aid/CPR/AED Certification (every 2 years), as well as other training as assigned.
This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement/Union.

Preferred

N/A

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position will not have supervisory responsibilities. You may delete this line if it does not apply to the job.

DOT Covered/Safety-Sensitive Role Requirements

This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation “safety-sensitive” functions. You may delete this line if it does not apply to the job.

Necessary Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Employees must always maintain a constant state of mental alertness. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Prospective employees must be able to meet and maintain a medical surveillance program requirement. This program consists of a mandatory annual medical physical to ensure that each employee is fit for duty.

Candidates must meet or exceed the 25th percentile as reflected in the following Table.

Sit and Reach – This tests the officer’s flexibility in the lower back, legs and shoulders. The officer shall sit on the floor in front of the measuring device. They shall bend at the waist pushing a block down the device. The stretch must be a static stretch and the officer’s calves must remain in contact with the floor. The test is measured to the quarter inch.
Bench Press – This test measures the officer’s upper body strength for one repetition. The test is conducted on a single fulcrum bench for safety purposes. The officer is to press the weight straight up until they have locked out their arms. The test is measured in 5-pound increments. Officers are weighed at the time of the test (in PT gear) and the appropriate percentage of the officer’s weight is used to determine the percentage to be bench pressed.
1.5 Mile Run – This test measures the cardio-respiratory fitness of the officer. It is conducted on a flat surface track / pre-measured (flat) course/treadmill. The test is measured in minutes and seconds.

After initial PEB qualifications, must re-qualify on an annual basis.
SGOs failing to meet the minimum standards during annual requalification be allowed thirty (30) calendar days to successfully meet minimum standards. Security Guards failing to meet requirements after 30 calendar days will be placed on Weapons Restriction.

Physical Efficiency Battery: The PEB is a fitness test consisting of three differing components to measure the fitness level of the officer. The PEB is categorized by age and gender and with a graduated (percentile) scale that ranks officer’s performance from the highest (99th percentile) to the lowest (1st percentile). As an example, a male between 35 to 39 years old is in the 99th percentile if they have 25.00 inches of flexibility, can push 172.14% of their body weight and can run 1.5 miles in 9:15. The same person would be in the 1st percentile with scores of 10 inches of flexibility, 51.50% of body weight pushed and a 1.5 mile run in 22:00.

PEB AREAS

Gender / Age

Percentile

Flexibility in Inches

Bench Press as a % of Body Weight

1.5 Mile Run in Min:Sec

Male <25

17.20

89.20