Mar 24, 2012

Force Protection / Flight Security

Location: Kabul, Afghanistan Job ID: BLUESKY12-21
Status (definition): Vacant Position Type: Contract
Benefits: Yes Lodging: Yes
Category: *Aviation/Support Meals: Yes
Contract length: 1 Year With the Option to Renew Security Clearance: Secret
Contract Name: International Narcotics and Law Enforcement

Position Description:
Job Summary
Perform duties as a Flight Security Force Protection Specialist in support of aerial missions, high threat driving movements, work, and living environment for U.S. Department of State, Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement mission in Afghanistan.

Principal Accountabilities
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Flight Duties include but not limited to:
1. Conduct visual inspections of personal bags, equipment prior to boarding.
2. Ensure all weapons (except those authorized by the Senior Aviation Advisor) are down loaded and clear prior to boarding.
3. Conduct an audible aircraft safety briefing and ensure passengers are seated with seat belted properly prior to takeoff.
4. Conduct and document a pre-flight inspection of all equipment managed by the Flight Security Specialist.
5. Control all traffic around aircraft at all locations.
6. Ensure the aircrew is protected and undisturbed by passengers or others.
7. Conduct a pat down search of passengers as necessary reducing the risk of a visually undetected threat.
8. Be proficient using and maintaining all assigned communication devices used between program personnel, vehicles, aircraft, and host nation and US/ISAF forces.
9. Understand current concepts of Intelligence Preparation of the Battlefield (PB) and, threat analysis to support flight operations missions.
10. Demonstrate a working knowledge of joint service CSAR tactics, techniques, and procedures.
11. Be tactically and technically proficient to set up a secure area, rally point and patrol base.
12. Function as the senior ground authority ensuring passengers and aircrews safety and security until recovery by friendly assets, in the event of an emergency/hard landing.
13. Ability to rehearse and execute small unit infantry as well as escape and evasion tactics needed during an on the ground/aircraft down scenario.
14. Be able to navigate using map and compass supplemented by electronic global positioning system (GPS) receivers from the air and on the ground.
15. Demonstrate effective knowledge in calling for and directing Medevac assets, indirect fire, and close air support (CAS) in emergency situations as authorized by US DoS, US DoD, and ISAF.
16. Be familiar with and able to perform the tactics, techniques, and procedures associated with close personal protection services and duties as needed.
17. Perform preventive maintenance on all equipment assigned to you ensuring it is functional and reporting deficiencies as needed.
18. Maintain personal hygiene and uniform in a neat professional appearance.
19. Maintain a high state of physical fitness enabling performance of the aforementioned duties.

Ground Duties include but limited to:
1. Obtain and maintain at a minimum, a combat lifesavers certification and the ability to provide immediate medical attention to personnel until relieved by a higher medical authority.
2. Must have the ability to communicate, coordinate, and work with high ranking diplomats and persons of various countries.
3. Lead to six person entry point (SALLY PORT) and other entry points.
4. Lead for and member of a four person Quick Reaction Force (QRF).
5. Responsible to drive within a high threat area.
6. Must be able to instruct other members of a guard force, both mobile and static.
7. As a driver use high threat driving techniques to ensure the security and safety of the principal.
8. Ensure PSD vehicles are maintained clean, mechanically sound, and professional appearance.
9. Communicate clearly up the chain of command and ensure information is accurately disseminated down to the lowest level as needed.
10. Have a complete understanding of the Rules of Engagement (ROE) as established by the Chief of Mission and passed to DynCorp.
11. Account for all clothing, personal equipment, and mission specific equipment issued.
12. Perform preventive maintenance on all equipment assigned to you ensuring it is functional and reporting deficiencies as needed.
13. Maintain personal hygiene and uniform in a neat professional appearance.

OTHER or ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
1. May be required to perform extra duties dictated by high threat environment.
2. Must be able to cohabitate in small living quarters.
3. Perform other duties as required.

Management Responsibility
None

Reports to
Security and Intelligence Manager

Internal/External Contacts
DI Management, DoS Representatives

Knowledge & Skills
1. Have completed an authorized Department of State Personal Protection Course
2. Must possess or complete US Department of State authorized weapons qualification course on assigned weapons (M4, M9, M-240, and M-249)
3. Have completed an authorized Department of State High Threat Environment Drivers Course.
4. A valid US drivers license is required
5. EMT Level 1 desired
6. Able to assess and provide security assessments for future AORs.
7. Have a minimum of 6 months high threat driving experience on a PSD detail
8. Possess or ability to attain a US Passport is required before assignment.
9. Possess, or ability to obtain DoD Secret Security Clearance is a condition of continued employment; possession of an active DoD Secret Clearance is desired.

Experience & Education
Have a minimum of 5 years of experience in combat arms in the military (preferably Special Forces, Force Recon, Navy Seal, Combined Arms Group, Ranger, or Infantry).

High School diploma or equivalent is required.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment
1. Must be physically fit to work in a high threat environment.
2. Must be able to run, walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for up to 8 hours minimum per day and sit for up to three hours per day.
3. Must be able to stand, walk and run for an extended period of time with additional weight to include: helmet, body armor, rifle, pistol and other equipment for a minimum of eight hours.
4. Must be able to climb stairs, ramps ladders and work stands.
5. Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
6. Must be able to climb stairs, ramps ladders and work stands with full battle gear.
7. May be required to carry, push or pull up to 200 pounds.
8. Employee must be able to continually lift and carry 75 pounds.
9. May be required to lift up to 75 pounds to height of four feet and be required to lift up to 40 pounds to height of 7 feet.
10. Must possess the ability to read and interpret safety manuals, technical procedures or regulations.
11. May be required to operate power, machinery, hand tools, etc.
12. Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
13. Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depths.

Travel
Able to travel into high threat and harsh environment countries.
Travel to and between CONUS and OCONUS locations as requested is required.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Preferred Skills
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