Sergeant

Kpono Government Services LLC is looking for a qualified Sergeant to support our government customer on Kauai, Hawai'i.

Performs security duties protecting Government property and persons against sabotage, theft, accidental damage, fire, disorders, destruction and unauthorized removal. Serves as a Full-time Lead or Temporary Lead of an assigned shift. Performs Ready-for-Issue (Armory) duties and must complete armorer certification prior to performing these duties.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide armorer services, to include the issue, receipt, accountability, inventory, and maintenance of weapons, ammunition, and sensitive items contained with the Ready-for-Issue facilities.
• Reviews Desk Journals, Communications Logs, Inventory Sheets, Post Manning, and Pass downs
• Performs all duties normally associated with those of a Security Officer.
• Ensures that all Guard Personnel comply with PMRF Post Orders, guard mount instructions, and Security Chief instructions.
• Assists the Security Chief with last-minute scheduling to fill shift vacancies.
• Assists the Security Chief with training, when needed.
• When serving as a Shift Lead, acts as the Koa Lani point of contact to the government.
• Must be skilled in:
  • • report-writing
    • gate and patrol procedures
    • traffic control
    • emergency actions/base closures
    • radio communications
    • crime scene prevention
    • physical security
    • loss & crime prevention
    • handling of classified information
    • weapons proficiency and qualification
    • weapons maintenance and functionality
• Performs other duties as required.

Office conditions are varied and includes physical tasks including lifting, pushing or pulling over 50 pounds (two-men assist). Physical positions will include but not be limited to walking, sitting or standing for extended periods of time, crawling, kneeling, stooping or cramped working places and work requiring repeated or frequent climbing. Environment will include customer contact, extended workdays, with field assignments, sometimes in inclement weather.

Feet: Besides walking and standing, a Sergeant uses his/her feet for activities such as the Physical Agility Test, driving/operating vehicles, self-defense, physical use of force, and running pursuit.

Hands: Must be able to do simple grasping, firm grasping, and fine manipulation with both hands, to include maneuvering an all-terrain vehicle.

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Possess a Hawaii State Driver's License.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of four (4) years' experience in the security field.
• Two (2) years of security or law enforcement experience in a supervisory capacity preferred.
• Be cleared to perform duties through a medical exam and psychological testing
• Candidate must maintain the following training certifications:
  • Navy Security Guard Training Course
  • Navy Position Qualification System (applicable certifications)
  • Airfield Vehicle Operations Course
  • CPR/1^st Aid/AED
  • ATV Operator
  • Pistol and Rifle Qualifications
  • Physical Agility Test
  • Navy Armorer Certification

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Secret security clearance is required. (Applicants selected either must currently possess a Secret clearance or will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain clearance prior to commencement of employment and maintain a security clearance for access to classified information or Closed/Restricted Areas throughout duration of employment.)

Alaka'ina Foundation Family of Companies is a fast-growing government service provider. Employees enjoy competitive salaries; a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays. Kpono Government Services is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees

"EOE, including Disability/Vets" OR "Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans"

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kpono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions, Kkaha Solutions, LLC, and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities under the 501(c)3 principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

For additional information, please visit www.alakainafoundation.com

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