I serve as a GS-7 Lead Security Guard on 12 hour shifts with rotating posts at Blue Grass Army Depot. I enforce security measures required to protect personnel, materials, and property up to and including chemical surety material. I was promoted to Lead Security Guard(Sergeant) on February 28th, 2021. My duties as Lead Security Guard also include investigating and reporting unusual or suspicious circumstances in the workplace. I manage the guards that are assigned to a particular shift and ensure the work environment is safe and well maintained. I help to see that the guards are well equipped to effectively do their jobs. I work in the arms rooms with the ammunition and weapons. I maintain a journal of the daily activities and make sure paper work is completed correctly.
I work stationary and/or roving patrols. I prevent unauthorized or inadvertent entry into limited exclusion areas. I perform security checks on igloos where hazardous chemical agents and munitions are stored,
I control personnel access to and from highly restricted areas. I collect and account for badges/passes that are issued. I provide security for arms, ammunition, and explosive shipments. I observe and detect any abnormal conditions, asses situations, and institute emergency procedures by radio or telephone.
I have knowledge of the procedures and standard operating procedures that are required to do my job successfully.
I am proficient in the use of my assigned weapons, I am also certified in CPR. I also keep myself up to date on all training required of me.
I am dedicated to the depots mission to provide a safe and secure atmosphere to allow the completion of work at hand.
- Checked personnel ID badges and issued temporary credentials to visitors.
- Used search mirror to conduct full vehicle searches on passenger and commercial trucks.
- Maintained proficiency in use of assigned protective equipment, weapons and restraint devices.
- Provided basic first aid and CPR to individuals in need of medical care until arrival of emergency medical personnel.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Logged vehicles entering and leaving premises.