Armed Security Guard

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Armed Security Guard to join our team at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Morgantown, WV. This is a challenging opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment and make a real difference in the safety and security of our facility.

About Us
Bering Straits Native Corporation (BSNC) is a leading provider of professional services, committed to delivering exceptional results to our clients. We value diversity and inclusion, and we are an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Responsibilities
- Enforce regulations designed to prevent breaches of security
- Exercise judgment and use discretion in dealing with emergency situations
- Provide access and egress services to property
- Keep situation under surveillance or report it to appropriate authority
- Demonstrate continuing physical fitness and proficiency with firearms or other special weapons
- Conduct routine checks of offices, laboratories, corridors, parking lots, storage sites, and other locations
- Perform all designated guard functions, including testing, monitoring, and responding to building fire alarm and electronic security systems, closed circuit television, participation in fire evacuation, access and egress services, and other emergency evacuation plans
- Report hazardous conditions and items in need of repair or attention
- Maintain daily reports and log entries for visitors and activities that occur at the facilities during each 24-hour period
- Prepare additional reports using Government-provided or approved forms or electronic media as required
- Provide and maintain a high state of security in and around the buildings, and respond to emergency situations, acts of terrorism, bomb threats, internal disorder, civilian employee demonstrations, or other criminal acts
- Notify the Visitor Control Center and police and fire departments in the event of an emergency or an unusual occurrence
- Supervise and conduct rover foot patrols, both interior and exterior, as well as motorized patrol responding to fire, intrusion, and other alarms

Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Must have Security Guard License for applying state
- Credit Report to indicate financial responsibility and low risk for financial pressure
- A valid state driver's license and a motor vehicle driving history report that indicates a low-risk record
- Literate in English to the extent of speaking, reading, and understanding printed regulations, detailed written orders, training instructions, and materials
- Proficient with computer applications, including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Pass all government-required training, including bi-annual firearms qualifications, and First Aid/CPR/AED Certification (every 2 years)
- Meet and maintain a medical surveillance program requirement, consisting of a mandatory annual medical physical to ensure that each employee is fit for duty
- Each member of the Security Guard Force who is required (and authorized per applicable state laws) to carry a firearm must pass the Physical Efficiency Battery (PEB)

Benefits
- Competitive salary: $$45,000 - $60,000 per year
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional growth
- Work-life balance and flexible scheduling
- Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance

About the Location
Morgantown, WV offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities. Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Appalachian Mountains, the vibrant arts and culture scene, and the rich history and heritage of the region.

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