Salary: $31,200.00 - $46,991.00 Annually
Location : Brunswick County, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: 25-04998
Department: Dept of Transportation
Opening Date: 04/16/2025
Closing Date: 4/29/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Class Title: Security Guard
Position Number: 65019115
Salary Grade: NC01
Description Of Work
This position with NCDOT offers full , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.
Individuals in this class perform regimented work to meet requirements of Homeland Security regulations in regards to access control to prevent injury and loss of life by reducing or eliminating introduction of harmful agents or devices on Ferry Division vessels and/or facilities. This position monitors vehicle and pedestrian traffic, at facilities, to prevent unauthorized entry into restricted areas. Conducts and records screening of vehicles and passengers attempting to board ferries to prevent possible threats such as explosive devices intended to cause harm and injury to the traveling public, division employees and division equipment. As being a front-line employee, also will be required to serve as first responders in the event of an emergency while maintaining positive customer service contact. Security access control personnel will be expected to identify those who may intend to harm others without infringing on traveler privacy rights.
The position generally works shift work - 7 days on and 7 days off but schedule may be altered at management's discretion as well as assignment of routine daily duties.
This position will work at the SOUTHPORT OPERATIONS
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies
Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:
- Basic knowledge of identifying improvised explosive devices and suspicious behavior.
- Skills in searching vehicles and baggage to detect harmful substances and devices.
- Skills in dealing with uncooperative travelers who refuse to provide identification or allow screening of their vehicle or bags.
- Experience in conducting rounds and sweeps to identify attempts to circumvent security measures.
Preferred credential: Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.
High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. May require the ability to complete emergency medical technician (EMT) training and meet re-certification standards as required.
Supplemental and Contact Information
Ren Basnight, 252-423-5125, srbasnight@ncdot.gov
Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.
NCDOT will not accept "See Attached" or "See Resume" in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
01
I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
02
Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of identifying improvised explosive devices and suspicious behavior?
- None
- Basic
- Intermediate
- Thorough
03
Explain how you have the knowledge to identify improvised explosive devices and suspicious behavior.
04
Which of the following best describes your level of skills in searching vehicles and baggage to detect harmful substances and devices?
- None
- Basic
- Intermediate
- Thorough
05
Explain how you have skill in searching vehicles and baggage to detect harmful substances and devices.
06
Which of the following best describes your level of skills in dealing with uncooperative travelers who refuse to provide identification or allow screening of their vehicle or bags?
- None
- Basic
- Intermediate
- Thorough
07
Explain how you have skill in dealing with uncooperative travelers who refuse to provide identification or allow screening of their vehicle or bags.
08
Which of the following best describes your level of experience in conducting rounds and sweeps to identify attempts to circumvent security measures?
- None
- Less than 1 Year
- 1 - 2 Years
- 2 - 3 Years
- 3 or More Years
09
Explain how you have experience in conducting rounds and sweeps to identify attempts to circumvent security measures.
Required Question
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Preferred
Job Industries
- Law Enforcement & Security
