About this opportunity
Chenega Corporation lists this Access Control opportunity in columbia, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Summary
nThe Access Control Specialist is responsible for controlling access to designated facilities, property, and restricted areas through the verification of credentials, visitor processing, screening procedures, and security monitoring activities. This position serves as the first point of contact for employees, visitors, contractors, and government personnel and plays a critical role in maintaining a secure, professional, and welcoming environment.
nResponsibilities
nnnControl access to facilities, restricted areas, and government property by verifying credentials, authorization documents, badges, visitor passes, and identification.
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nnProcess employees, visitors, vendors, contractors, and authorized guests in accordance with established access control procedures.
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nnMonitor entry and exit points to ensure compliance with site security requirements.
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nnConduct interior and exterior security inspections and report security concerns, safety hazards, suspicious activities, or procedural violations.
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nnVerify access authorizations and resolve routine access issues through established procedures and supervisory guidance.
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nnMaintain awareness of security conditions and promptly report incidents, emergencies, or unusual activities.
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nnProfessionally greet and assist employees, visitors, contractors, government personnel, and VIP guests.
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nnProvide directions, guidance, and information regarding facility access procedures.
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nnMaintain a courteous, professional, and service-oriented approach during all interactions.
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nnSupport visitor escort and access procedures as required.
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nnCommunicate clearly and effectively with personnel at all organizational levels.
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nnOther duties as assigned
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n nQualifications
nnnHigh school diploma or GED required.
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nnPrevious access control, security, military, law enforcement support, customer service, or related experience preferred.
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nnExperience working in a government, military, industrial, or secured environment preferred.
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nnPrior experience interacting with the public and providing customer service is highly desirable.
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nnMust be capable of exercising sound judgment and maintaining composure in stressful situations.
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nnActive Top Secret clearance.
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n nKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:
nnnKnowledge of access control procedures, visitor management practices, and facility security principles.
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nnKnowledge of customer service practices and professional public interaction techniques.
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nnAbility to quickly identify and report security concerns, policy violations, and unusual activities.
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nnAbility to interpret and apply written instructions, post orders, policies, and operating procedures.
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nnAbility to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
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nnAbility to remain professional and effective in stressful, fast-paced, or high-visibility situations.
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nnStrong observational, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
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nnAbility to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
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nnAbility to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
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nnProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, electronic access control systems, databases, and standard office equipment.
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nnSkill in preparing reports, maintaining records, and documenting incidents accurately and thoroughly.
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n nEstimated Salary/Wage
nUSD $18.29/Hr.
nChenega Corporation and family of companies is an EOE.
nEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
nNative preference under PL 93-638.
nWe participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program
Worksite address
columbia, MD, 21046, US
Who can apply
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