Security Officer, Probationary

Security Officer, Probationary – Amentum – Las Vegas, NV

Amentum is seeking a Probationary Security Officer out of Las Vegas, NV to provide static perimeter security and roving security patrols for a security project. Actively support and uphold stated vision, mission, and values. Position is represented by a Union Collective Bargaining Agreement.

HIRING HOURLY Rate of Pay: $22.87;
Hourly rate set by CBA.

Amentum offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical, dental and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance; long‑term and short‑term disability insurance; paid time off; and parental leave.

• Perform the day‑to‑day protective security functions as specified in daily post and detail orders.
• Carry and operate weapons as specified in daily post and detail orders, or upon orders from the detail leader or shift leader.
• Guard the security site against damage, fire, theft, trespassing, illegal entry, exit, and unlawful attacks.
• Patrol the premise to ensure the site is properly secured.
• Verify and identify employees and other persons entering the site.
• Inspect and properly store equipment.
• Develop incident reports of attacks, damage, theft, or unusual occurrences; investigate disturbances and in the event of an emergency maintain order and safety of the occupants of the site.
• Understand, acknowledge, and follow as appropriate the Chain of Command.
• Identify personal and work‑related problems of their Guard Force under their command at an early stage to avoid any operational impact.
• Act in accordance with the company Ethics Program.
• Perform all other position‑related duties as assigned or requested.

• Must have previous security experience. Probationary service time is 1‑180 days.
• Must be at least twenty‑one (21) years of age.
• Must be able to obtain a DOD Top Secret security clearance with a counterintelligence polygraph.
  
  Note:
  
  U.S. citizenship is required.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate company practices with executives, clients, and employees.
• Must comply with AFI 31‑117, Arming and Use of Force by Air Force Personnel.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be fluent in speaking and writing the English language.
• Must qualify with contract‑required weapons systems.
• Pass a detailed medical evaluation.
• Must be able to pass a detailed background investigation at a frequency as required by contract.

• Strong written and oral presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Proven ability to work both collaboratively and autonomously.
• Strong initiative.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Must be able to meet the physical requirements dictated by project requirements. Ability to work in harsh working conditions, outdoors, and/or in extreme temperatures. Must be available to work outside the normal schedule if the need arises. Must be able to repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds and carry heavy objects routinely. Ability to climb, crawl, crouch, bend, stand for long periods, reach above shoulder level, extend arms at awkward angles, lift, and carry objects.

Must be able to be alert for shifts of at least eight (8) hours.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low‑income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

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