Security Officer (pt)

Reports To: Program Manager Location: Gulf Breeze Florida

FLSA Status: Part Time / Hourly / SCA Salary: $17.75 per hour (increase after 90 days) + $5.09 HW per hour

Clearance: Background Check

Sugpiat Defense a Division of Akhiok-Kaguyak, INC has a requirement for qualified and skilled armed security personnel to work within the EPA Atlantic Coastal Environmental Sciences Division (ACESD). The security officer will provide site protection, walking patrol and electronic surveillance security services at the U.S. Government owned facility located in Gulf Breeze Florida. The Security Officer shall be responsible for providing a deterrent against unauthorized or illegal activities directed toward U.S. Govt employees, visitors, information programs, Government facilities or property, etc.

• Detect suspicious activity or infrastructure equipment malfunctions
• Report incidents to proper authorities in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Aid in the early reporting of emergencies, and provide directions and informational assistance to employees, visitors, and guests
• Providing necessary visual presence, surveillance, and control of access on the property
• Periodically be tasked to \"monitor\" laboratory experiment
• Document and report all activities, such as individuals who threaten the security and peacefulness of the premises
• Providing a deterrent against unauthorized or illegal activities directed toward EPA employees, visitors, information, programs, Government facilities or property, etc.
• Prolonged standing/walking, approximately 5-6 hours in a 12-hour shift, climbing multiple levels of staircases and uneven ground provide physical challenges every shift.
• Be competent at the preservation of evidence either physical or electronic media
• Notify COR or notify local authorities for law enforcement/emergency medical/fire response
• Provide CPR or use an AED as first aid.
• Screen visitors with screening devices.

• Be a United States citizen (either by birth or naturalization); or
• Be a lawful permanent resident of the United States.
• State of Florida private Security Certification
• Candidates will need to pass a criminal background check, physical exam and drug screening
• Candidates must be flexible regarding schedule and work environments
• Be detail oriented, have a professional attitude
• Be fluent in English and be able to write and submit reports
• Be fluent in the use of cell phones, texting, MS Word/Excel, and standard emailing systems
• Physical exertion and stamina are required during foot patrols.
• CPR Certification
• AED Certification

Meet one of the following requirements:

• Two (2) years of service in the United States Armed Services (including Reserves or National Guard);
• Any combination of two (2) years of experience in physical security (as a security officer, armed or unarmed) and service with the United States Armed Services (including Reserves or National Guard);
• Associate Degree or higher in a security-related or law enforcement-related field;
• Successful completion of a police officer's basic training academy;
• Three (3) years of experience in physical security as a security officer, armed or unarmed; or
• Eligibility based on any long-standing \"grandfather\" clause that maybe in effect.

The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required, sometimes for extended periods, to walk, stand, or sit. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. The employee is occasionally required to climb ladders or stairs; use hands to type, finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and get in and out of vehicles. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move small or large objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the outdoor field duties of this job, the employee will also be exposed to outside weather conditions and other conditions such as loud noises, fumes, odors, dust, etc. This position may require travel.

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. They are not to be constructed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the direction of Akhiok-Kaguyak, Inc.

Akhiok-Kaguyak, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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