Physical Security Specialist

Job summary

See below for important information regarding this job.

Major duties

Conducts security awareness training and develops self-inspection program to ensure compliance with DLA’s Physical Security Program, Common Access Card (CAC) program and the Trusted Associate Sponsorship System (TASS). Manages the security awareness training for all DLA Installation Management personnel. Conduct physical security inspections/surveys, manage centralized physical security initiatives, oversight of physical security projects, and coordination with appropriate local, State, Federal and DoD agency and military services. Advises on issues relating to physical security, its effect on the installation operations, new security technology designed to defeat criminals and terrorists, and identification and protection of critical assets. Prepares updates and briefings for senior DLA Installation leaders and senior-level executives assigned to tenant units regarding the Physical Security Program. Participates in antiterrorism vulnerability assessments, makes recommendations for improvement and advises the Chief, Security and Emergency Services on correction of vulnerabilities. Reviews Military Construction (MILCONS) plans and attends meetings for new facilities or renovations to existing facilities to ensure that physical security issues are addressed.

Qualification

To qualify for a Physical Security Specialist your resume and supporting documentation must support: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-12 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: - Advises and assists activities on security and intelligence programs, plans and policies. - Maintains security education and awareness training and facilitates support for security initiatives. - Prepares and submits physical security surveys and inspections. 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. ADDITIONAL OVERSEAS INFORMATION: For an explanation of the overseas entitlements, please review the information in the following link: http://www.dla.mil/Careers/Programs/overseas.aspx U.S. citizens overseas under ordinarily resident status are not eligible for appointment under the Status of Forces Agreement. Ordinarily Resident is defined as a U.S. citizen who is locally resident; and, has legal, permanent resident status within the host country; and, is subject to host country employment and tax laws. The following statement MUST be on Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS and Non-Foreign OCONUS) JOAs for the selectee to be eligible for pay retention. Failure to add this language will result in the selectee being ineligible for retained pay: Pay Retention will be extended to an eligible employee who applies through a formal recruitment program and is selected for a position at an overseas location. https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/140025-V536p.PDF?ver=2020-03-30-140046-310 HAWAII INFORMATION: It is highly recommended that research be done about the cost of living in Hawaii prior to applying. For information about the cost of living and many other important items to consider visit: http://www.hvcb.org.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Evaluations

The assessments for this job will measure the following Competencies: Accountability Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Influencing/Negotiating Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Reading Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation may be completed and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. The rating you receive is based on your responses to the assessment questionnaire and USA Hire assessments. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the competencies required for this position. If your resume and/or supporting documentation is reviewed and a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating.