Security Assistant (OA)
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Security Assistant Receiving and compiling information from various sources related to police and emergency incidents Taking appropriate action regarding fire, intrusion, duress and holdup alarms, and directs response and/or notifies responsible personnel depending on the type of incident or request. Operating a variety of communications and security equipment, such as computers, alarm processors, radio consoles, card lock access, and related peripherals. Compiling and preparing Daily Operations Journal related to events occurring in the operation of the police control center for dissemination of the completed product to various supervisors, Service Chiefs, and top management officials. Contacting various local, State and Federal law enforcement officials for coordination of emergency situations. Radio Communications Maintaining accurate radio/alarm activity records/logs to include dates, times and results of communications activities. Responsible for the orderly flow of communications between the Police Control Center, Chief, Deputy Chief, Major, Lieutenants and Police Supervisors of the Service, and uniformed patrol officers for the everyday functions of police activities for the VATVCBHCS. Providing immediate and courteous direction and/or assistance to patients, visitors and employees. Work Schedule:
Rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays. Following tours:
5:
30 a.m. to 1:
30 p.m.; 7:
00 a.m. to 4:
30 p.m.; 8:
00 a.m. to 4:
30 p.m.; 10:
00 a.m. to 6:
30 p.m. and 12:
30 p.m. to 11:
00 p.m. 24/7 tours are applicable. Telework:
Not available. Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#:
Security Assistant (OA)/PD740-0421-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required This is a Bargaining Unit position. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/04/2020. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below:
Specialized
Experience:
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-04 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to:
coordinating radio and telephonic communications during normal and emergency operations; performing meticulous support work as it relates to established police programs and investigations; assisting criminal and administrative investigations by researching surveillance camera footage to better identify potential suspects and circumstances and employing active listening skills to better understand person who may be under distress, panic, delusional, etc. OR, Education:
Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have four year of post-secondary education. This education must have been obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university. One year of full-time academic study is defined as 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours, or the equivalent in a college or university, or at least 20 hours of classroom instruction per week for approximately 36 weeks in a business, secretarial, or technical school. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED) OR, Combination:
Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education as described above. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED) You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
ClericalCommunications Security ManagementCustomer ServiceSurveillance 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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements:
The work is sedentary. Some work may require movement between offices, hospitals, warehouses, and similar areas for meetings and to conduct work. Work may also require walking/standing, in conjunctions with travel to and attendance at meetings and/or conferences away from the work site. Incumbent may carry and lift light items weighing less than 15 pounds. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Security Assistant Receiving and compiling information from various sources related to police and emergency incidents Taking appropriate action regarding fire, intrusion, duress and holdup alarms, and directs response and/or notifies responsible personnel depending on the type of incident or request. Operating a variety of communications and security equipment, such as computers, alarm processors, radio consoles, card lock access, and related peripherals. Compiling and preparing Daily Operations Journal related to events occurring in the operation of the police control center for dissemination of the completed product to various supervisors, Service Chiefs, and top management officials. Contacting various local, State and Federal law enforcement officials for coordination of emergency situations. Radio Communications Maintaining accurate radio/alarm activity records/logs to include dates, times and results of communications activities. Responsible for the orderly flow of communications between the Police Control Center, Chief, Deputy Chief, Major, Lieutenants and Police Supervisors of the Service, and uniformed patrol officers for the everyday functions of police activities for the VATVCBHCS. Providing immediate and courteous direction and/or assistance to patients, visitors and employees. Work Schedule:
Rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays. Following tours:
5:
30 a.m. to 1:
30 p.m.; 7:
00 a.m. to 4:
30 p.m.; 8:
00 a.m. to 4:
30 p.m.; 10:
00 a.m. to 6:
30 p.m. and 12:
30 p.m. to 11:
00 p.m. 24/7 tours are applicable. Telework:
Not available. Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#:
Security Assistant (OA)/PD740-0421-A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not authorized. Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required This is a Bargaining Unit position. To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/04/2020. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below:
Specialized
Experience:
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-04 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to:
coordinating radio and telephonic communications during normal and emergency operations; performing meticulous support work as it relates to established police programs and investigations; assisting criminal and administrative investigations by researching surveillance camera footage to better identify potential suspects and circumstances and employing active listening skills to better understand person who may be under distress, panic, delusional, etc. OR, Education:
Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have four year of post-secondary education. This education must have been obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical school, junior college, college or university. One year of full-time academic study is defined as 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours, or the equivalent in a college or university, or at least 20 hours of classroom instruction per week for approximately 36 weeks in a business, secretarial, or technical school. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED) OR, Combination:
Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of specialized experience and education as described above. (TRANSCRIPT REQUIRED) You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
ClericalCommunications Security ManagementCustomer ServiceSurveillance 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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements:
The work is sedentary. Some work may require movement between offices, hospitals, warehouses, and similar areas for meetings and to conduct work. Work may also require walking/standing, in conjunctions with travel to and attendance at meetings and/or conferences away from the work site. Incumbent may carry and lift light items weighing less than 15 pounds. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
- Department:
0086 Security Clerical and Assistance - Salary Range:
$34,916 to $45,393 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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