Amentum is seeking a Dispatcher/Security Guard to work on Andros Island, Bahamas on the Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center (AUTEC) project. The Dispatcher/Security Guard will perform functions at AUTEC in support of a safe and secure environment for staff, visitors and government assets on the AUTEC project. This position requires the individual to be eligible to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance; U.S. Citizenship is required.
Essential Responsibilities:
Evaluate and prioritize 911 incoming emergency and nonemergency calls.
Dispatch appropriate emergency services (Navy Security Forces, fire, or medical) personnel.
Operate a variety of dispatch and alarm systems to determine cause of alarm and initiate the appropriate response.
Maintain daily events, emergencies, processes, and/or notifications received according to protocols.
Prepare and maintain reports.
Obtain and maintain within 6 months of employment DoD telecommunication I and II certification.
Obtain and maintain within 6 months of employment DoD Hazmat Awareness and Operations certification.
Obtain and maintain within 6 months of employment certification in Basic Life Support Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Ability to work 12hrs shifts, day or night for no less than 5 days.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements:
At least 1 year of specialized Dispatch experience in the private or public sector.
At least 1 year of experience operating radio communication equipment to dispatch services and receiving incoming telephone or alarm systems calls.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Adept at working with computer systems and applications with specific knowledge of the Microsoft Office Application Suite.
Must be able to climb stairs and/or ladders.
Must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds of material or equipment.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
One-year related experience working in Customer Service or a Security environment.
Must be able to reside in remote work location with limited medical facilities.
Valid driver’s license and passport will be required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Clearance. Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
2 or more years of specialized Dispatch experience is preferred.
1 or more years of Security Guard experience and certification as a Security Guard is preferred.
Existing DoD telecommunication I and II certification is preferred.
Existing DoD Hazmat Awareness and Operations certification is preferred.
Existing Basic Life Support Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification is preferred.
