Be part of the nation’s only repository for the disposal of nuclear waste known as Transuranic (TRU) waste.
Salado Isolation Mining Contractors, managing and operating contractor of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as a
Protective Force Supervisor Lieutenant to join our team located in Carlsbad, NM.
The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Protective Force Captain in supervising, developing, and mentoring all Protective Force (PF) Shift Supervisors and shift hours Protective Force members at a nuclear facility in compliance with DOE Order 473.2A, Protective Force Operations and other applicable regulations. Must be able to supervise and manage the Security Operations independently during times of limited staffing. Must be able to lead Security Police Officers during hostile situations and respond in a tactically offensive/defensive manner to defuse security related threats. Must be willing to be on-call status. Respond to security/non-security related incidents and interface/coordinate with other first-responders. Investigate security-related incidents and interview witnesses, reporting persons, and victims, and complete detailed Security Incident Reports. Must be willing to conduct/supervise vehicle and foot patrols and detect unusual activities; control vehicle and pedestrian traffic and restrict access to those without proper identification and access authorization; operate government vehicles, communications equipment, camera systems, and other special purpose security equipment and systems; enforce standards of conduct and adherence to laws, orders, and regulations; ensure that daily administrative documentation is kept concise and complete at all times; maintain all daily assigned equipment in functional and presentable condition; and/or other duties as assigned by the Protective Force Captain and/or Security Management. Understand and embrace nuclear safety culture principles. Completion of a satisfactory medical examination and physical fitness testing prior to start date in accordance with 10CFR1046 is required.
The candidate must demonstrate the ability to pass the Basic Readiness Standards (BRS). The BRS consists of completing the half-mile in 4 minutes 40 seconds or less and the 40-yard dash from the prone position in 8.5 seconds or less.
After you are hired, you must be able to pass a Federal background investigation and obtain a DOE “Q” Security Clearance within two (2) years of your start date and maintain that clearance to continue employment.
You must maintain the ability to pass all medical and physical fitness standards as well as other required job-specific qualification programs to continue employment.
Continued employment requires successful completion of the TRF-100 (Tactical Response Force) within two (2) years of the date of hire date.
Exempt Grade Level(s) (30-32)
Minimum Requirements: These requirements must be met to be considered for this posting. Uploaded resumes and applications are the means of determination.
- Bachelor’s degree with two (2) years of related professional experience in physical security, law enforcement, or military, or
- Associate’s degree with six (6) years of related professional experience in physical security, law enforcement, or military, or
- High School Diploma or Equivalency with ten (10) years of related professional experience in physical security, law enforcement, or military is required.
- Must have a valid, unrestricted driver's license.
- Must have practical experience and be proficient in software applications such as MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and MS Outlook.
Must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
Higher education attainment than listed acceptable per internal level identifiers of accompanying years of experience.
Preferred Requirements
- WIPP Security Police Officer experience.
- Two (2) years of experience managing/supervising security, military, or law enforcement personnel.
- Active Q Clearance.
What We Offer Medical, dental and vision insurance:
- Coverage on date of hire
- Surgical concierge service
- EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more
Modern work arrangements to include 4-day workweeks (four 10-hour days)*Relocation assistance*Shuttle commuter service from the local areasPaid time off (PTO) and paid holidaysTuition reimbursement programOn-site fitness center and other wellness support including some public gym membership reductionsCompany paid short term disabilityCompany paid life insurance (1 x annual salary)Pension plan that provides monthly annuity after retirement and 401(k) with .50 matching up to 6%Voluntary benefits of:
- Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
- Long-term disability program
- Health and Flexible savings accounts
- Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- These benefits vary by position.
Minimum salary $80,609 per year of a larger salary range --the specific salary offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors, particularly the candidate’s relevant experience and education.
EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
If you are an applicant with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact (575) 234-8405 or email wipprecruiting@wipp.ws for assistance. Upon receipt of this information, we will respond to you promptly to obtain more information about your request.
Reviews, and tests for the absence of any illegal drug as defined in 10 CFR 707.4, will be conducted by SIMCO and a background investigation by the Federal government may be required to obtain an access authorization prior to employment, and subsequent reinvestigations may be required.
Posting Duration: This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the posting date. SIMCO reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.
