Security Guard

What you would do

• Patrol perimeters, roadways, parking, and high-traffic areas on foot or by vehicle.
• Monitor alarm systems and test them to confirm they work properly.
• Interview people and witnesses about suspicious activity or accidents.
• Check credentials to control access to posts, buildings, and restricted areas.
• Detain individuals as allowed by law and testify in court if needed.
• Direct traffic during emergencies and respond to changing readiness conditions.

Do you qualify for GS-3 to GS-4 (up to GS-7)?

With experience: GS-3: at least 6 months of general experience, such as administrative, clerical, military, or other work that followed written rules and involved contact with coworkers or the public. GS-4: at least 6 months of specialized experience at the GS-3 level in security work (vehicle screening, controlling access by checking IDs, patrolling for suspicious activity, and keeping desk logs), plus at least 6 months of general experience.

With education: Completed college study in any subject can count. GS-3 requires 1 year of college above high school. GS-4 requires 2 years of college above high school. You must provide a transcript.

Licenses and certifications you need:

• Valid United States driver's license
• Certification to carry a firearm, with ongoing proficiency
• Current Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certification

How to apply well

What to send:

• Complete resume of no more than 2 pages showing employer, dates (month and year), hours per week, and pay plan, series, and grade for federal jobs
• Official or unofficial transcript if you use college study to qualify
• Copies of any licenses, certifications, or credentials you claim
• DD-214 if you claim veterans' preference
• Statement of service on command letterhead if you are active duty
• Form SF-15 and disability documents if you claim 10-point veterans' preference

How you will be rated: Human Resources reviews your resume against the minimum qualifications, and qualified applicants are referred to the hiring manager. The hiring manager may interview applicants, and you may be found ineligible if your resume overstates your experience, is hard to read, or is missing required information.

Tips for this job:

• Email your application to CNRSW-Jobs@us.navy.mil and put DE-12923116-26-MVP in the subject line. Faxed applications are not considered.
• Keep your resume to 2 pages and include employer, month and year dates, hours per week, and federal pay grade for each job.
• Include a transcript or course list with your application if you use college study to meet the requirement, since claims must be supported.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time. Work may include rotating shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, evenings, and unusual hours. Overtime or night differential pay may apply.

Incentives and relocation: A one-time relocation incentive may be authorized. Permanent change of station (PCS) moving costs are not authorized. Recruitment or student loan repayment incentives may also be authorized for eligible selectees.

Conditions of employment:

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment
• Must participate in direct deposit pay
• E-Verify employment check required for new Navy employees
• Retired military members within 180 days of retirement may be restricted by law
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Pre-appointment and annual physical exams required
• Must be able to discern colors, contrast, and depth
• Pre-employment drug test including marijuana, plus random testing
• Must obtain and keep a Secret security clearance
• Must sign DD-Form-2760 under the Lautenberg Amendment
• Must be at least 18 years old at appointment
• Must pass Physical Abilities and Agility Tests
• Bargaining unit position
• Call back and emergency overtime may be required
• Must wear a uniform and follow grooming standards
• Must read, write, understand, and speak English
• Background check required

Job details

Salary

$37,813 – $55,183 per year

Pay scale and grade

GS-3 to GS-4 (up to GS-7) · General Schedule

Locations

• El Centro, California
• Port Hueneme, California
• Seal Beach, California

Appointment

Permanent

Work schedule

Full-time

Service

Competitive

Openings

10

Security clearance

Secret

Travel

Occasional travel

Drug test

Not required

Supervisory

No

Occupation

Security Guard (0085)

Announcement

DE-12923116-26-MVP