Employer: PSI
Location: Tullahoma, TN - Arnold Air Force Base
Job Description
Protection Strategies Incorporated(PSI), provides support services at the Air Force’s Arnold Engineering Development Complex, Arnold Air Force Base, TN.
AEDC is the nation’s largest complex of flight simulation test facilities. This $11 billion complex includes 58 aerospace test facilities with the ability to simulate flight from subsonic to hypersonic speed at altitudes from sea-level to space. Twenty-seven of the complex’s facilities are unique in the United States; fourteen are unique in the world.
In managing this on-site security force, the Lead Officer provides the leadership, direction, guidelines, and procedural framework within which the staff will operate.
Under general supervision, performs responsibilities related to physical security and law enforcement functions and activities.
Security requirements include manning of fixed posts, mobile and foot patrol, escorts, and completion of required forms and reports.
Law enforcement duties include mobile patrol, traffic control, use of radar, issuing traffic citations, arrests, crowd control during disturbances and special events, traffic accident investigation, response to major accidents or incidents, initial investigation of incidents and serious violations, and crime prevention.
Each Security Force Officer is required to maintain a professional appearance and execute all duties and responsibilities in a professional, tactful, and courteous manner.
It is a condition of employment to wear company issued PPE (personal protective equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy.
Performs other related duties as required.
**Due to Air Force Security requirements U.S. Citizenship is required for employment at AEDC.
**PSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Requirements
Must be able to read, write, and speak English well enough to understand, give and take directions.
Possess a valid state driver’s license. Current Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification is desired.
Must successfully complete pre-employment fitness test and annual fitness test thereafter, consisting of: cardiovascular endurance, anaerobic power, muscular strength, muscular endurance, and flexibility training.
The fitness test consists of:
Sit-ups in 1 minute: 15 repetitions
Push-ups: 21 repetitions
300-Meter Run: < = 87.0 seconds
5-Mile Run/Walk: < = 18 minutes
Physical Requirements:
May be required to work in areas of high noise levels. 20%
Occasional lifting (10-30 lbs) 25%
Occasional carrying (10-30-lbs) 25%
Reaching above shoulders – daily 10%
Use of fingers 100%
Both hands required 100%
Both legs required 100%
Ability to distinguish basic colors 100%
Hearing required 100%
Vision (Corrected) 100%
Walking 35%
Standing 85%
Required Skills
Must have management, supervisory, communicative and interpersonal skills, and must be able to be flexible and operate on an “emergency/on-call basis”.
The work environment requires the ability to cooperate, work in teams and work well with individuals at all levels of the company, the client, and outside users.
The nature of the work requires the ability to communicate clearly. 100%
Multiple work station assignments (office, test control room, test cell, shops, fields, etc.) 100%
Use of personal transportation for travel within the AEDC area and company-provided transportation to other users’ facilities. 45%
May be required to stand for extended periods of time. 85%
Equipment and Machines:
Must have the ability to use PC and associated equipment on a daily basis. 40%
Use of the telephone is required. 40%
Use of other general office equipment. 10%
Must be able to maintain qualification and authorization to carry the required weapons. (Security Force personnel)
Attendance:
Regular attendance is essential to the efficient operation of PSI and is a necessary condition of employment. Each employee will be expected to adhere to the work schedule established by his/her supervisor and comply with the company’s attendance policy. Employees are expected to report to work at the scheduled time, return from breaks promptly, and depart work not earlier than the end of the scheduled day. Compliance with safety rules and safe work practices is an essential function of the job.
Other Essential Functions:
Must be able to work in a team atmosphere.
Must put forward a professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation.
Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.
Education & Work Experience
Must possess High School Diploma or equivalent.
Two years of military police or security forces experience and/or two years of professional police experience in a civilian law enforcement agency.
Must be a graduate of a civilian police academy or a recognized military police/Security Forces academy with the capability to complete a civilian police academy within 6 months.
Must be able to maintain qualification and authority to carry firearms.
Security Clearance
Must be able to obtain and maintain a required Secret Security Clearance and meet all requirements under Tennessee Code Annotated (TCA) 38-8-118.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Protection Strategies Incorporated takes affirmative action in support of its policy to and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
Apply online , go to : Lead Security Force Officers