Security Officer II

Basic Purpose

Responsible for security of and access control to National Guard facilities and compounds in conjunction with the current Force Protection Condition (FPCON) as a Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) certified Armed Security Officer.

Typical Functions

• Controls access to facility by verifying identity and purpose of individuals seeking entrance to installation
• Provide identification check at gate entrance; properly maintain log on all visitors; provide visitor passes for authorized visitors; greet and assist visitors and vendors; keeps proper count of individuals within the installation
• Monitor facility using video camera system, alarms, and personal inspection
• Physically check each door and vault to ensure they are locked, check armory, facility, and out buildings for intruders and check video monitors on regular basis in two hour intervals
• Provide security to the installation to include performing identification checks, and vehicle search. Ensure all personnel present proper identification. Contact National Guard Representative if soldier does not provide proper military identification. Deny entrance to individuals not authorized access
• Perform random vehicle search as warranted by FPCON level and probable cause
• Provide direction and assistance to individuals seeking entrance to the facility and telephone callers, supply information and refer callers to appropriate personnel and departments. Notifies County Sheriff if assistance is warranted
• Prepare documentation, daily log for all incidents and/or security violation or concern
• Maintain a current Armed Security Guard License with the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET).
• Attend CLEET mandated training per year.

Education and Experience

Six (6) months of experience in security, law enforcement, and emergency responder work, or direct care of juveniles in a secure residential facility.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies

Knowledge of routine security practices, the ability to follow oral and written instructions; give clear and concise directions; make oral and written reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; effectively evaluate emergency situations.

Special Requirements

Licenses/Certificates required: Possess a current Armed Security Guard License through the Council on Law Enforcement and Education Training (CLEET).

Physical Requirements: Standing for long periods of time; work in all weather conditions; able to lift minimum of 15 pounds.

Conditions of Employment: Serve a 12 month trial period; contingent on background check, drug & alcohol screening, and medical exam; T3 (secret) security clearance; pass physical agility and MMPI test; maintain valid driver's license; be available to work if called in; employee considered essential personnel; tobacco and vape free facility; federal position contingent on continuous federal funding.