Security Police Officer

Company: Naval Nuclear Laboratory
Location: Clifton Park
Posted on: October 26, 2024

Job Description:

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!

Job Description


As a National asset, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory provides employees with excellent pay and benefits as well and exceptional work/life balance and employment stability. Security Police Officers are assigned to protect Naval Reactor's Program personnel, property, and information from loss due to theft, diversion, sabotage, or other illegal acts. Security Police Officers screen personnel and vehicles in accordance with approved access procedures to preclude unauthorized personnel and the introduction of prohibited items. Essential duties include:



Protect the organization's physical assets by maintaining and safeguarding the physical perimeter of the facility.
Comprehend and implement detailed procedures contained in the Naval Reactor's General Orders and applicable site Post Orders.
Patrol and protect the facilities by foot and/or vehicle to detect or prevent illegal/unauthorized activities.
Provide security protection for all organizational facilities, classified material and personnel within areas of responsibility to preclude unauthorized access, diversion, theft or intentional destruction.
Prevent, detect or report any possible espionage or sabotage activities.
Control personnel and vehicular ingress/egress into controlled secure areas.
Perform escort duties as appropriate.
Prevent/report all violation of security and safety rules and regulations.
Respond to protective alarm signals or unusual/suspicious activities such as sabotage, espionage, or other criminal acts.
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of all security orders, written and oral, pertaining to assigned duties as well as working knowledge of applicable federal/state laws.
Maintain appropriate radiological, firearm, first-aid, and other required qualifications.
Perform additional administrative duties to include such items as writing NR Security Reports, updating policies and procedures; maintaining daily shift logs; etc.



Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill


Possess a valid driver's license prior to and during employment
Minimum of 21 years of age
High School graduate or equivalent education and one of the following:

Minimum two years of college or vocational-tech education in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, or similar program; OR


Minimum of two years civilian law enforcement experience (with arrest authority); OR
Minimum of two years of military service.



Meet Department of Energy medical, psychological, and physical fitness standards prior to and during employment.
Pass drug testing prior to and during employment.
Pass a federal background investigation and meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter prior to and during employment.
Meet and maintain Department of Energy firearms qualification standards during employment.
Must be able to perform the essential functions identified for the position.
Meet and maintain Department of Energy firearms qualification standards during employment.
Must be able to perform the essential functions identified for the position.



Preferred Skills


Active Secret Security Clearance or higher
Associate Degree in Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice
Civilian/military law enforcement experience
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely
Demonstrated ability to work independently and with a group



Compensation and Benefits


Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
401(k) Savings program & Captial Accumulation Plan
Personal & Medical Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible Work Schedules
Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
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Pay Range


$27.97 hourly

Jobs categorized as subject to a collective bargaining agreement will adhere to the pay rates, wage increases, progression schedules, and other parameters identified and negotiated in said agreements. Wages and other compensation details are subject to change based negotiated changes to the collective bargaining agreements.




The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.



All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.



Fluor Marine Propulsion is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.

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