Job ID: 18753

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking applicants for a Full Time Security Guard at our Albuquerque, New Mexico location. This position is for Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This position is manned 24/7, 365 days a year, which will require working all holidays, and occasionally filling in for night/weekend coverage as needed. The selected candidate will issue badges, maintain the security of the SDL campus, and monitor CCTV.

The Space Dynamics Laboratory, a University Affiliated Research Center, has been developing innovative technologies and solutions for cutting-edge DoD and intelligence programs for over six decades. Our expertise is in space and airborne IR, VIS, UV, and RF sensors, small satellite technologies, test and calibration, cybersecurity, data visualization and assurance, and ground stations.

Responsibilities include:

• Greet and assist visitors
• Check in/out visitors and issue visitor badges
• Update visit log daily, scan and attach check-in form to the visit log
• Answer phone
• Monitor CCTV
• Ensure security protocol is followed
• Conduct security patrols
• Alarm response
• Follow emergency response procedures

• Must be a US citizen
• Current Security Clearance is preferred, or must be attainable within a reasonable amount of time
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

• Ability to effectively communicate and coordinate with a wide range of internal and external customers

• Professional, friendly demeanor
• Computer experience, Microsoft Office software, and various office equipment
• Excellent verbal, written, and professional communication skills
• Ability to work independently, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Exceptional observation and decision-making skills
• Organizational skills
• Works well under pressure
• Ability to prioritize assignments
• Ability to walk long distances in the dark, in adverse weather conditions, and climb stairs

• Able to work extended hours, or covering other shifts during the week as needed
• Working knowledge of S2 access control software
• Working knowledge of Milestone CCTV Software

• Generous annual, sick, and holiday paid leave
• A variety of inexpensive-premium, high-quality health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Generous employer retirement contribution (Up to 14.2% of annual gross earnings)
• Discounted USU tuition of 50% for employees and dependents
• Access to USU facilities and USU staff privileges

SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our Nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

Instructions to applicants:
Along with the online application, please attach:
1) Cover Letter
2) Resume

For questions or assistance with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

EOE including Disability and Vet