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Position Title
Supervisory Security Guard
Agency
Bureau of Indian Education
Announcement Number
BIE-12736220-25-JC DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, May 19, 2025 to Wednesday, June 18, 2025
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:

• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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3. This position is subject to the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (25 U.S.C. 5116 (reclassified from 472)), which affords employment preference to qualified Native American candidates.  Proof of eligibility, in the form of a completed Verification of Indian Preference, BIA - 4432 Form, must be provided with your application by the closing date to be granted such preference.

Are you claiming Indian Preference, and submitting your BIA-4432 Form?

Note: You must include and upload your Form BIA-4432. As outlined in the vacancy announcement, this is the ONLY Indian Preference Verification Form that will be accepted.
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4. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:

• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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Preferences
1. Are you willing to undergo a comprehensive background investigation which includes, but is not limited to, contact with all references, employers, co-workers, personal associates and a review of your driving record, credit history, criminal history, and military service? (limit characters)
2. Do you possess a valid state driver's license which you have held for at least three years preceding this application? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
WARNING STATEMENT: Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and demonstrated capability. You should be aware that your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification based on the resume, and other relevant documents you submit, as well as through verification of references as appropriate. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your stated level of experience and demonstrated capability. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position following acceptance. (limit characters)
For each item, select the one response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and capability using the scale below. Select the appropriate answer to each of the following questions based on your current level of experience that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience as proof to support your answer, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task. (limit characters)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS, GS-0085-09 (limit characters)
1. Carefully read the following descriptions of experience. Select the one that best describes your qualifications for GS09 Supervisory Security Guard. Your resume must support the response that you select.
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CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT (limit characters)
2. Incumbent must obtain, possess and maintain certifications in: First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and
Automated External Defibrillation (AED) within 6 months of employment/placement into the position.
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For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item. If after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and/or experience and your self-rating is not supported, your score will be lowered. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
3. Keeping in touch with the status and progress of work, and making day-to-day adjustments in
accordance with established priorities, obtaining assistance from the supervisor on problems that
may arise, such as backlogs which cannot be disposed of promptly.
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4. Instructing employees in specific tasks and job techniques and making available written
instructions, reference materials and supplies.
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5. Providing on-the-job training to new employees in accordance with established procedures and practices.
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6. Maintaining a current knowledge and answering questions of other employees on procedures,
policies, directives, etc. and obtaining needed information or decisions from supervisor on problems
that arise.
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7. Recognize adverse customer reactions and develops better alternatives.
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8. Remain calm during the course of patrol enforcement activities to lessen the chance of hostility.
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9. Control personnel access to restricted areas.
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10. Monitor surveillance equipment to ensure only authorized personnel access secure area.
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11. Document and maintain daily duties and reports.
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12. Communicate tactfully with others who are irate to resolve their situations.
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13. Inform management when encounter any health, fire and/or safety hazards while on patrol, and
cordon off the affected areas for safety reasons.
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14. Assist victims of accidents by providing first aid, and/or calling for medical assistance.
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15. Relay messages, maintain logs and dispatch personnel equipment to meet emergency situations.
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16. Assist medical personnel as directed in handling disturbed, aggressive and agitated patients.
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17. Provide security services to the campus residence halls.
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18. Detect and prevent theft, damage, accident, and trespass by enforcing the security regulations
of the facility.
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19. Coordinate emergency response between security, Police Department, Fire Department, and
other emergency units.
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20. Conduct perimeter patrol (by vehicle or foot) to detect signs of intrusion, for irregularities and to
ensure security of doors, windows, and departmental/company vehicles.
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21. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true,
correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or
fraud in the application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination
process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be canceled, I may be denied an
appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any
information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "NO" to this item will result in my not being
considered for this position.
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APPLICANT RESPONSIBILITY: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed (i.e., resume, veterans or Indian preference documentation, assessment questions and answers, and SF 50's) is received and is accurate. (limit characters)