Security Police Officer at Naval Nuclear Laboratory

Niskayuna, NY

About the Job

Working at the Naval Nuclear Laboratory we foster pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while ensuring the safety and reliability of our nation's naval nuclear reactors, and training the Sailors who operate those reactors in the U.S. Navy's submarines and aircraft carrier Fleets. Looking for a lifetime career? Apply today!

Job Description

As a national asset, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory provides employees with excellent pay and benefits as well as an exceptional work/life balance and employment stability.

Security Police Officers are assigned to protect Naval Reactors Program personnel, property, and information from loss due to theft, diversion, sabotage, or other illegal acts. Security Police Officers screen personnel and vehicles in accordance with approved access procedures to preclude unauthorized personnel and the introduction of prohibited articles.

Essential duties include:

Protect Program assets by maintaining and safeguarding the physical perimeter of the facility.
Comprehend and implement detailed procedures contained in General and Post Orders.
Patrol and protect the property by foot and/or vehicle to deter, detect, and/or assess illegal/unauthorized activities.
Provide security protection for facilities, classified material and personnel to preclude unauthorized access, diversion, theft or intentional destruction.
Deter, detect and/or report any suspected espionage or sabotage activities.
Control personnel and vehicle ingress/egress into/from secure areas.
Perform escort duties as required.
Deter, detect and/or report violations of security and safety policies/ regulations.
Respond to alarms or unusual/suspicious activities.
Maintain the requisite knowledge of all security orders and skills pertaining to assigned duties, as well as working knowledge of applicable federal/state laws.
Maintain Department of Energy firearms qualification and physical fitness standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Combination of Knowledge and Skill

Possess a valid driver’s license prior to and during employment
Minimum of 21 years of age
High School graduate or equivalent education and one of the following:
- Minimum of two years of college or vocational-tech education in criminal justice, law enforcement, or similar program; OR
- Minimum of two years military, civilian law enforcement, or professional security experience.
Meet Department of Energy medical, psychological, and physical fitness standards prior to and during employment.
Pass drug testing prior to and during employment.
Pass a federal background investigation and meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter prior to and during employment.
Meet and maintain Department of Energy firearms qualification standards during employment.
Must be able to perform the essential functions identified for the position.

Preferred Skills

Active Secret or higher Security Clearance
Associate Degree or higher in Law Enforcement/Criminal Justice
Civilian/Military law enforcement experience
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely
Demonstrated ability to work independently and with a group

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive Salary (Plus shift differential and overtime)
Company Paid Training
Paid Physical Fitness Program
Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
Personal & Medical Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible Work Schedules
Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
Student Debt Benefit Personal Time Off Sell Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
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Pay Range

$27.97 hourly

Jobs categorized as subject to a collective bargaining agreement will adhere to the pay rates, wage increases, progression schedules, and other parameters identified and negotiated in said agreements. Wages and other compensation details are subject to change based negotiated changes to the collective bargaining agreements.

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is operated for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) by Fluor Marine Propulsion, LLC (FMP), a wholly owned subsidiary of Fluor Corporation. Naval Nuclear Laboratory personnel are FMP employees who work at four DOE facilities: Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, Kenneth A. Kesselring Site, and Naval Reactors Facility, and at the U.S. Department of Defense-owned Nuclear Power Training Unit-Charleston. FMP employees also have an established presence at numerous shipyards and vendor locations. For nearly 70 years, the Naval Nuclear Laboratory has developed advanced nuclear propulsion technology, provided technical support, and trained world-class nuclear operators to ensure the safe and reliable operation of our nation's submarine and aircraft carrier Fleets. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory is a national asset solely dedicated to the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. We rely on the dedication and innovation of our nearly 8000 engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel.

All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter. FMP is a government contractor and maintains a drug free workplace and workforce. All candidates must be able to pass a drug test in compliance with FMP company policy and 10 CFR 707. Marijuana is a Federal Schedule I controlled substance and illegal under Federal Law. Therefore, FMP is required to test for marijuana.

Fluor Marine Propulsion is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Veterans/Disabilities) committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state, or local law.