State of Kansas

Job Posting

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

• Resource Protection Officer
• 1 position open until filled

Agency Information:

Adjutant General's Department

DCSOPS-P (POMSO)

Ks Army National Guard

Military

Leavenworth, Ks

About the Position

Who can apply: 21 yrs or older who meets the criteria

Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Work Schedule: 2nd Shift--3:00 pm to 11:00 pm

Eligible to Receive Benefits: YES

Veterans' Preference Eligible: YES

Compensation: $ 18.00 to 19.00 per hour.

• Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Employment Benefits

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage

Sick & Vacation leave

Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave

Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)

Fitness Centers in select locations

Employee discounts with the STAR Program

Retirement and deferred compensation programs

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

• Protection of the installation complex personnel, buildings, equipment, and grounds by performing 100% validation check of all personnel entering the complex. RPO’s visually check identification cards before issuing authorized permits for entry on the complex grounds.
• Vendors, contractors and delivery trucks are compared to work orders and bill of lading before entry is allowed. At higher levels of alert, they must perform physical inspection of vehicles prior to allowing entry onto complex grounds. RPO must maintain a high degree of alertness to protect the complex from espionage, sabotage, fire, theft, pilferage and other acts considered a threat to the security of the Federal and State resources.
• Since RPO interacts with the public, military personnel and visiting governmental officials, well-developed communication skills are required.
• Must be able to interpret written guidelines and instructions for resolving common problems, utilize correct radio procedures, and can speak distinctly. RPO must have the ability to work assigned shift or unusual work schedule.
• Licensed to perform mobile patrol duties of the complex grounds. RPO will investigate on-complex vehicle accidents and thefts. In situations requiring, can perform immediate corrective response action, independently determining the appropriate action. When necessary, administrator first aid as a first responder.
• Must maintain qualification in work performance through on-the-job training, periodic reviews and annual evaluations. RPO will be required to pass written and oral certification test for various post assignments.
• Must also qualify annually on assigned weapons.
• Answering telephones, receiving and transmitting radio communications, dispatching patrols and personnel to security situations.
• Must also understand all checklists, surveillance and ESS equipment, be able to quickly assess critical situations, and assign a level of priority for appropriate security response action.
• Perform physical inspection of all complex doors, to prevent unauthorized access, which will require physical foot patrol in certain areas.
• Write legible, accurate reports on daily activities, incident reports, and access control logs.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment in vehicle and at post. This includes periodic sweeping, mopping, collection and disposal of trash, dusting, and cleaning of windows.
• Performs other responsibilities to the job class that meet the organization needs, as directed by the Adjutant General.

Qualifications

• Education: HS Diploma or GED equivalent.

Licensing & Certification:

• Graduate of either U.S. Army Military Police 95B School or U.S.A.F. Security Forces Academy or Graduate of Kansas Law Enforcement Academy or equivalent from other States, preferred. Graduate of Kansas Law Enforcement Academy or equivalent from other states, preferred.

Special Qualifications:

• Good physical condition with the ability to work long hours under difficult and arduous conditions when emergencies are declared by an authorized agent. Required to be (21) twenty-one years of age. Able to conduct searches of persons and property within KSARNG jurisdiction in accordance with instructions and Army regulations. Must be able to talk distinctly over a phone or radio. Ability to work assigned shift and unusual work schedule. Must maintain a neat appearance, in accordance with SOP.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a KBI background check. Never have been convicted of a felony by a civilian or military court except for minor traffic violations and similar infractions. People convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence are not eligible for the position. Have a valid State of Kansas Driver's License with no restriction as a condition of employment. Be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance as a condition of employment.

Recruiter Contact Information

Name: Angelina Farias

Email: angelina.farias@ks.gov

Phone: 785-646-2263

Mailing Address:

State Human Resources

2722 SW Topeka Blvd

Topeka, Ks 66611

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page

• College Transcripts
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)
• Current Resume
• Tax Clearance
• Disability Verification

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How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference

Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference

PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator

Office of Personnel Services

Landon State Office Building

900 SW Jackson, Rm 401

Topeka, KS 66612

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.

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