Guard Force Commander - Security Guard Force
Continuity Global Solutions, Guinea

**Position contingent upon award. **

The Guard Force Commander will supervise the guard force that provides protection to all U.S. mission facilities.

Duties:

• Prepare guard orders, deploy guards, conduct musters, and perform weekly scheduling.
• Conduct regular inspections of guards and guard posts and investigate deficiencies.
• Maintain inventory reports and investigate any irregularities.
• Prepare reports and make recommendations regarding discipline and termination actions.
• Oversee guard program logistics including explosive detection and X-ray equipment.
• Act as a point of contact with the DOS (Department of State) on operational guard force matters.
• Ensure all guards are properly uniformed, equipped and staffed.
• Plan, coordinate and lead the LGF (Local Guard Force) during integrated training and emergency response drills with the RSO (Regional Security Officer).
• Maintain flexible work schedule, which may include assignment to evening, weekend, and holiday periods.

Requirements

Required Experience:

• Minimum ten years’ experience as a non-commissioned officer in the military, police, or a similar guard force with proven experience in leadership roles (may be substituted for education).
• Minimum five years’ work experience in Guinea.
• Proven experience managing/supervising a large staff of guards (about 50-100 guards).
• Familiarity with recent trends and specific threats in Guinea.
• Experience in all areas of physical security and access control.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Risk management skills, including problem identification and problem solving.
• Must be computer literate to a basic level, that is, able to write basic reports, produce Standard Operational Procedures, and communicate via email.
• Must possess advanced security training.

Citizenship, Residency amp; Language Requirements:

• Must be a citizen of Guinea or a U.S. citizen in possession of a valid work visa.
• Must speak the local language and English.
• Must hold a valid Guinea driver’s license.

Required Education:

• The GFC shall have completed secondary education, poly-technical school or obtained a national diploma or Associate’s degree.

Job Rewards and Benefits