Security Guard (Instructor)

Summary

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is with the 834th U.S. Army Transportation Battalion located in Concord, California.

Duties

• Develop, coordinate, and deliver classroom and field training programs.
• Evaluate trainee performance through testing, observation, and counseling.
• Maintain training records and ensure required certifications remain current.
• Develop and update lesson plans, training materials, and instructional aids.
• Control access to the installation by verifying personnel, vehicles, cargo, and visitors.
• Conduct patrols, inspections, and antiterrorism/force protection measures to safeguard facilities and assets.
• Respond to alarms, security incidents, and emergencies using appropriate security and law enforcement procedures.
• Operate security systems, surveillance equipment, and authorized lethal and less-lethal weapons.
• Respond to medical, fire, security, and hazardous material emergencies as a first responder.
• Provide CPR, AED, and basic first aid until relieved by emergency personnel.
• Preserve crime scenes, protect evidence, and assist with preliminary investigations.
• Coordinate with law enforcement, fire, medical, and emergency management personnel during incidents.
• Perform armed security guard duties protecting Military Ocean Terminal assets, personnel, facilities, and transportation systems.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens 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; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experiences: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1. Presents security training and safety briefings to personnel using established lesson plans, 2. Controls entry points to verify personnel identification, check credentials, inspects incoming vehicles, and 3. Conducts facility patrols and emergency response actions to protect government property and report safety hazards. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06) 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.

Grade: GS 7. . Apply by 2026-11-04 on USAJOBS.