Access Control Officer

Summary


Responsibilities

• Perform access control screening functions for employees, visitors, and authorized personnel.

• Control access to buildings, facilities, and property in accordance with established procedures.

• Carry out general and special orders for assigned areas.

• Conduct interior and exterior facility security inspections as directed.

• Protect government property, equipment, and materials.

• Communicate effectively via radio, telephone, and in-person interactions.

• Escort visitors, contractors, and government personnel as required.

• Meet, greet, and interact professionally with employees, VIPs, visitors, and the public.

• Maintain composure and professionalism during stressful or emergency situations.

• Assist medical personnel, fire departments, law enforcement personnel, and other responders as directed.

• Prepare clear, concise, accurate, and detailed reports and documentation.

• Read, understand, and apply printed rules, orders, instructions, and training materials.

• Work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments as required.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete required employment eligibility verification documentation upon hire.

• High School Diploma or GED required.

• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• Prior military, civilian law enforcement, security guard, or related security experience preferred.

• Must successfully complete all required training and maintain all necessary permits, licenses, certifications, and security clearances required for the assignment.

• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.

• Must have no record or history of illegal drug use, sale, possession, or manufacture during the previous five years.

• Must possess and maintain a Top-Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting federal government security operations.

• Experience performing access control and visitor management functions.

• Experience working in controlled-access or high-security environments.

• Experience interacting with executive leadership, VIPs, and government personnel.

• CPR, First Aid, or other security-related certifications.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Knowledge of access control procedures, visitor management principles, and facility security operations.

• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to maintain professionalism when interacting with employees, visitors, VIPs, and government personnel.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

• Ability to identify and resolve issues in a timely and effective manner.

• Ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate information to support operational decisions.

• Ability to prepare reports, logs, correspondence, and operational documentation.

• Strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills.

• Ability to prioritize assignments and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Ability to operate computers, communications equipment, and standard office equipment.

• Commitment to professionalism, accountability, and mission success.

Estimated Salary/Wage

USD $29.00/Hr.