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Sergeant

@ Chenega Corporation
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Alexandria, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:leading personnel, managing staffing, ensuring readiness
Requirements Summary:Armed DCJS certification, active Secret clearance, 3+ years armed security or law enforcement, 1+ year supervisory experience, current American Red Cross CPR, pass PAT (1.5-mile run 17:30, 19 push-ups), and MMPI psychological assessment.
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Job Description
Summary

Join a mission-driven team supporting the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) in Alexandria, VA. As an Armed Sergeant, you’ll play a critical leadership role in safeguarding federal personnel, property, and operations. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to lead with integrity and make a real impact.

 


Responsibilities

  • Provide Leadership & Direction:
    Deliver clear instructions to security personnel and ensure all officers are fully trained, familiar with the facility, and understand their assigned duties and post requirements.

  • Oversee Post Staffing & Scheduling:
    Manage daily post assignments to ensure full coverage at all times, including planning and coordinating coverage for vacations, sick leave, call‑offs, and other staffing needs.

  • Ensure Operational Flexibility:
    Maintain availability to work flexible hours—including evenings, weekends, and holidays—to meet mission requirements and ensure continuous site coverage.

  • Support Mission Readiness:
    Assist in maintaining a high standard of operational performance, professionalism, and adherence to established protocols, policies, and contract requirements.

  • Perform Additional Duties:
    Execute other responsibilities as assigned to support overall site operations and security mission success.


Qualifications

  • Armed Security Guard certification through DCJS (Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services).
  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience as an Armed Security Guard or law enforcement officer.
  • At least one (1) year of prior supervisory experience in a security, military, or law enforcement environment.
  • Active Secret security clearance required at the time of hire.
  • Minimum age of 21 in accordance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
  • Current CPR certification through the American Red Cross.
  • Ability to successfully meet all Physical Agility Test (PAT) standards as required by the customer, including:
    • 1.5‑mile run completed within 17 minutes, 30 seconds
    • 19 push‑ups in two minutes
    • Completion of the MMPI psychological assessment
  • Strong professional presence, reliability, and the ability to lead security personnel in a mission‑critical environment.
  • Ability to successfully meet all Physical Agility Test (PAT) standards as required by the customer
  • Completion and passing of the MMPI psychological assessment