Security Police Officer; SPO Trainee; at Centerra-SRS Aiken, SC

Security Police Officer (SPO) I Trainee (25-09) job at Centerra-SRS. Aiken, SC. Other Compensation: IAW CBA Wage Schedule Position Grade: AJP Exemption Status: AJP Overview:

1. Provides physical security by armed presence at fixed post or armed patrol to protect Department of Energy (DOE) interests from theft, sabotage, and other hostile acts that may cause adverse impacts on national security, and health and safety of employees, public, or environment.
2. Serves as deterrent to theft through armed physical presence.
3. Controls access to SNM and government property through verification of valid security badge and material pass; follows established policies and procedures governing access to SNM and government property.
4. Performs armed roving patrols, surveillance, and armed response to activated intrusion detection and duress alarms for security of SNM, classified government material, and property.
5. Controls entrance and exit of personnel and vehicles to property protection areas through verification of valid security badge, and personnel and vehicle inspections.
6. Protects against unauthorized possession and removal of classified government property by visual inspection of persons and packages and verification of required level of clearance for removal of classified material.
7. Protects site employees by maintaining good order and discipline through enforcement of security rules and regulations. Performs other duties as directed by supervision in support of area mission/activities.
8. Participates in cognitive and performance based training and performance testing to demonstrate job proficiency to include specific job knowledge and skills, physical fitness, and weapons proficiency.
9. Must perform all responsibilities for environment, safety and health as defined in Company procedures and Authority and Release for psychological exam Form.

1. Reading, writing, and basic math skills are required.
2. Successful completion of Work Keys®:

• Workplace Documents ( minimum score of
  5)
• Workplace
  Observation (minimum score of
  3)

For more information about Work Keys® and to find a testing location, please visit:

3. Must be a U.S. Citizen with a valid driver’s license.
4. Must be at least 21 years of age.
5. Must be able to successfully complete the Tactical Response Force (TRF) I Training.
6. Must meet medical requirements in accordance with 10 CFR 1046.
7. Must be able to wear a tight-fitting facepiece respirator with no facial hair (i.e., clean shaven for those who grow facial hair) between the seal and the skin in accordance with 10 CFR 1046 and 29 CFR (g)(1).
8. Must successfully complete General Employee Training, Firearms Qualification, Advanced Readiness Physical Standard (one mile run in 8:30 or less; 40 yard dash prone-to-standing position in 8 seconds or less), Intermediate Force Techniques and Radiation Worker Training.
9. Must be able to maintain Basic Readiness Standard (1/2 mile in 4:40 or less; 40 yard dash prone-to-standing position in 8.5 seconds or less) after graduation.
10. Must be able to maintain Combined Handgun and Rifle Qualification (70% weapons accuracy qualification on prescribed DOE course of fire) after graduation.
11. Must be able to successfully pass a Federal background investigation and must obtain/maintain a DOE Q security clearance and Human Reliability Program (HRP) certification to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. Additional reviews and/or testing procedures may be required for designated positions.
12. Must perform all responsibilities for environment, safety and health as defined in Procedure 1-3100 and adhere to the principles and functions of Integrated Safety Management.
13. Prior Law Enforcement, Special Operations, Military Police, Military (Combat Arms), Security or other tactical experience or associate degree is preferred, but not required.

Compensation

The rate of pay for the Security Police Officer I Trainee is $22.94 per hour. May be eligible for Health & Welfare fringe benefit up to $4.80 per hour. Upon successful completion of the Tactical Response Force 100 course, and assigned as an SPO I, the starting rate will be $30.63 per hour. Pay rate changes will be in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement wage schedule.

Selection and Notification:

All applicants will be notified electronically upon receipt of all required documents. The TRF-100 class date is scheduled for October 6, 2025 - January 29, 2026. Those who are not selected for an interview will be notified electronically. Candidates who are selected for an interview will be notified of the final disposition. Applicants not selected for the position may reapply for other advertised vacancies within the Company.

How To Apply:

This notification is posted internally and externally until 2300 on Monday, August 4, 2025.

All qualified applicants must forward at the time of application all of the following documents:

(1) Cover Letter…