Physical Security Specialist
Job Location:
Washington, AR - USA
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Job Summary
The Office of Support Operations Physical Security and Emergency Management is seeking a Security Specialist (Physical Security Specialist). As a Physical Security Specialist you will serve the Commission by protecting personnel facilities property classified information and sensitive unclassified information under normal and abnormal (i.e. emergency) conditions. This includes physical security at Headquarters and our ten Regional Offices.
In this role as a Physical Security Specialist you will be responsible for:
- Assisting in the development and implementation of a nationwide Occupant Emergency Program (OEP).
- Performing inspections and testing of existing security systems.
- Conducting and/or participating in the delivery of surveys and analyses to identify vulnerabilities of facilities or sites and potential threats against them.
- Ensuring the security policies and procedures are implemented within the agency and in full compliance with applicable federal laws and regulations (i.e. OSHA).
- Conducting security investigations and performing the full range of investigative functions on simple and routine cases pertaining to Work Place Violence theft security violations employee/contractor misconduct; interviews victims/witnesses obtains detail statements and prepares Reports of Investigations (ROI).
- CITIZENSHIP: You must be a US Citizen.
- SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see CLEARANCE: Entrance on duty is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment security investigation. Favorable results on a Background Investigation may be a condition of employment or selection to another position.
- DRUG TESTING: This position may be subjected to drug testing requirements.
- PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION (PCS): Moving/Relocation expenses are not authorized.
- DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
- PROBATIONARY PERIOD: This appointment may require completion of a one-year probationary period.
- The selectee is required to report to the duty station(s) listed.
Time-in-grade for this announcement is one year at the GS/SK-11 level.
Applicants are responsible for confirming all required materials are submitted by the closing date of the announcement. Please check the How You Will Be Evaluated and Required Documents sections carefully as missing documents will render the application incomplete and ineligible for review.
Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. 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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT:
SK-12: Applicant must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-11 level. Specialized experience includes:
1) assisting in the development and implementation of a nationwide security program; AND
2) monitoring compliance with security requirements within an organization based on the Interagency Security Committees (ISC) guidance; AND
3) conducting investigations inspections and reporting on physical security weaknesses or violations and implementing corrective actions to improve facility security; AND
4) working with federal and law enforcement agencies to provide information on security threats and responses.
ACCOMPLISHMENT RECORD COMPETENCIES: Your Accomplishment Record narratives should address the following competencies. See the How You Will Be Evaluated section below for more information:
Competency 1: Physical Security Practices - Knowledge of the laws regulations and guidelines related to physical security (e.g. ISC CPTED and NIPP requirements along with physical security countermeasure implementation and performance testing incident management and Occupant Emergency Planning).
Competency 2: Teamwork and Collaboration - Interacts with internal and external others in a manner that advances agency goals and objectives.
Competency 3: Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to details and ensuring that work products are accurate.
Competency 4: Critical Thinking - Considers a variety of factors general and subject matter-specific when making decisions and determining next steps in a case.
Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement and may be filled from any division or office within the agency. Reasonable Accommodation: If you are an applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the SEC application process due to a medical disability please contact . For religious-based accommodations please contact . Please be sure to submit your request at least 5 business days in advance of the date you need the requested accommodation. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Information for SEC Job Applicants: For more information please click here. The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicants criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint or any other information to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged non-compliance by contacting the Legal and Policy Office in the Office of Human Resources at .
SEC COMPENSATION PROGRAM: Total salary (base pay locality) is dependent upon duty location. The overall salary range listed above is provided for informational purposes; a selectees initial pay will be established below the maximum rate of the range. The pay for current SEC employees will be determined according to the procedures specified in the agencys policy. Please visit the agencys Compensation Overview page for more information.
Disability Employment: For information on disability appointments click here.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SURPLUS OR DISPLACED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: If you have never worked for the federal government you are not I/CTAP eligible. To receive selection priority for this position you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; the questionnaire asks you to identify your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility (2) be rated well-qualified; and (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. View information about I/CTAP eligibility on OPMs Career Transition Resources website.
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures you must be a preference eligible or a Veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.
LAND MANAGEMENT WORKFORCE FLEXIBILITY ACT (LMWFA): The LMWFA provides current or former temporary or term employees of federal land management agencies opportunity to compete for permanent competitive service positions. Individuals must have more than 24 months of service without a break between appointments of two or more years. Service must be in the competitive service and have been at a successful level of performance or better. For more information click here.
Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Experience:
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