Security Police Officer ; Experienced

We are seeking a SECURITY POLICE OFFICER I.

Rate of Pay: $32.74 - 35.54 per hour.

• Observe, assess, report, and respond to alarms on Sandia National Labs property.
• Follow General Orders, procedures, and post orders.
• Maintain routine records, operate communications equipment and motor vehicles.
• Control access into secure areas and vehicle access based on site‑specific security requirements.
• Perform Security Command Center duties as needed, responding to alarms and dispatching patrols.
• Act as first responder to medical emergencies.
• Treat security incidents to ensure best possible outcomes.
• Pass and maintain applicable physical standards and certifications required for the role.
• Perform any additional activities defined by site‑specific requirements.

• DOE Q‑level security clearance or Department of Defense Top Secret.
• TRF
  100 (SPO‑I) Tactical Response Force I certification at start.
• U.S. citizenship and current driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOE‑Q level security clearance.
• Pass and maintain medical, physical, and psychological standards as described in 10 CFR 1046.
• Pass and maintain fitness and firearm requirements and all applicable trainings and assessments identified in DOE Orders.
• Wear personal protective equipment weighing in excess of 17 lbs for extended periods.
• Work at night and meet visual acuity standards per 10 CFR 1046.
• Perform in high‑risk environments, following detailed procedures with accuracy in documentation.
• Basic computer and math skills.
• Work flexible hours, overtime, and rotate duty and schedules as assigned; current schedule is twelve‑hour shifts.

• Stand, walk, sit, lift, and carry objects up to 50 pounds; perform push, pull, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, and handle tasks.
• Run ½ mile in 4 min 40 sec and complete a 40‑yard dash from a prone position in 8.5 sec.
• Meet and maintain fitness and firearm requirements, participate in DOE‑approved Physical Maintenance Training Program, and demonstrate continued fitness during inspections and audits.

• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• In‑depth knowledge of DOE Orders, safeguards, security standards, ES&H requirements, and regulations.
• Four‑year college degree in a relevant discipline.

Position requires a DOE Q security clearance to start, or an equivalent active security clearance from another U.S. government agency. Sandia conducts a pre‑employment drug test and background review, including checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications.

If offered the position, you may be required to demonstrate fitness to perform physical tasks such as lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.