Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense (DOD) Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is located at the 3rd Chemical Brigade, 84th Command Battalion at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Fort Leonard Wood. Responsibilities Carryout the full range of security guard duties at the Chemical Defense Training Facility (CDTF), a designated Chemical Surety Site, in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD), Army, and local policy. Serve as a guard on rotating shifts (24/7/365) for both fixed and mobile patrol posts within the restricted area, applying maximum security measures for the protection of government property, material, equipment, and personnel. Prevent unauthorized entry into restricted areas by mastering the utilization of multiple overlapping procedural, assessment and physical security protection systems. Operate and monitor a range of physical security and assessment systems, including but not limited to intrusion detection, metal detectors and camera systems. Issue, receive, and/or maintain a key control system. Utilize alarm and electronic monitoring systems operations( intrusion detection systems and closed- circuit television) and interpret signals and other outputs. Maintain shift logs and record all event information either directly observed or reported via assessment systems, communication systems, site personnel, or installation personnel. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens ****This Open Continuous announcement allows acceptance of applications through the closing date. The intent of this announcement is to establish a standing register of qualified candidates and refer for consideration. Once this vacancy is filled, the announcement will close without further notice. The first Cut-Off date for receipt/referral of applications to be considered will be 20 June 2025; subsequent Cut-Off dates will be then every other week. Last cut-off will be the day of the closing of this announcement. In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: Taking appropriate actions to remediate observed security and safety deficiencies; providing professional customer service to visitors, co-workers, and contractors; AND accounting for weapons, personal protective equipment, ammunition, and keys. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05). Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone-- no substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional Information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a (n) Security & Intelligence Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances MAYBE authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest. Advance in Hire MAYBE authorized. Recruitment or relocation incentives MAYBE authorized for highly qualified candidates. Competition for Security Guard positions is restricted by law to persons entitled to Veterans' preference as long as such applicants are available for appointment. If there are no Veterans preference eligible applicants available, non-preference applicants may be considered. Student Loan Repayment MAYBE authorized for highly qualified candidates. Service credit for annual leave accrual MAYBE granted for certain non-Federal work experience and experience in the uniformed service. Fort Leonard Wood employees MAY have the following available to them: work out facilities, golf course, swimming pools, tennis courts, rental program (e.g., pop up campers, trailers), ample free parking, a youth center and childcare services. Fort Leonard Wood employees may also have access to the Fort Leonard Wood Lake of the Ozark Recreational Area (LORA). LORA is a great place to get away from all the worries of everyday life.