Job Details

Armed Security Guard Position at CDC in Spokane, WA

Bering Straits Professional Services (BSPS) is currently seeking a qualified Armed Security Guard for the CDC in Spokane, WA. The Armed Security Guard enforces regulations designed to prevent breaches of security; exercises judgment and uses discretion in dealing with whether first response should be to intervene directly (asking for assistance when deemed necessary and time allows), to keep situation under surveillance, or to report situation so that it can be handled by appropriate authority. Duties require specialized training in methods and techniques of protecting security areas. Commonly, the guard is required to demonstrate continuing physical fitness and proficiency with firearms or other special weapons. Applicants will be contacted via phone or email within ten (10) business days of submittal.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine checks of various locations during assigned rounds, with flexibility to adjust schedules for unusual conditions and documenting any deviations.
• Perform guard duties including testing, monitoring, and responding to fire alarms, electronic security systems, and participating in emergency evacuation plans.
• Promptly notify the Front Desk, and if necessary, emergency services, in case of emergencies or incidents affecting Government interests.
• Report equipment malfunctions and potential fire hazards promptly.
• Follow established procedures for handling lost and found articles, attempting to return property to rightful owners.
• Participate in quarterly emergency exercises to test responsiveness and knowledge of emergency procedures, with documentation and review.
• Issue identification cards/badges and manage visitor center operations.
• Assist with traffic operations and conduct rover foot patrols, responding to alarms and incidents, providing assistance as needed.

Qualifications - Experience, Education and Certification:

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required (Minimum Necessary) Qualifications:

• Minimum age requirement: 21 years old.
• Education: High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen.
• No previous revocation or denial of private investigator or security guard license.
• No felony convictions in any state or territory.
• No bankruptcy or documented financial distress in the past 48 months.
• No convictions for specified crimes, including illegal weapon possession and drug distribution.
• No engagement in unauthorized private investigation or security guard activities.
• All employees must hold a Position of Trust.
• Must possess a valid Security Guard License for the applying state.
• Pre-assignment evaluations, including background checks, employment verification, education verification, residence history, military service record, criminal record check (no felony or moral turpitude convictions), drug screening, credit report, and driving history.
• Basic knowledge of computerized access control and video monitoring systems.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics:

Applicant must be proficient with computer applications, to include but not limited to Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.