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Job Summary
The Uniformed Armed Security Officer provides security and safety for the Capitol Complex by monitoring, patrolling, and providing immediate emergency response. This position must complete additional training in firearms handling and defensive tactics. This recruitment is open until the position is filled.

Distinguishing Characteristics - Flex Position
This is a flex position. It may be filled at the 1, 2, or 3 level, depending on training and/or experience. If filled at a lower level, promotion to the higher level may occur upon successful completion of required training, meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class.

Security Officer One (Range 16)
This is a full or part-time armed position. Criminal background, physical condition, and psychological testing are required. This position must also pass the Alaska Department of Public Safety’s current Duty Pistol course and LAA Security’s Defensive Tactics training which includes the proper use of firearms, batons, tasers, chemical irritants, and open hand techniques. Through performance-based testing, the officer must demonstrate the basic knowledge and techniques to handle upset individuals and professional agitators. Nationally recognized First Aid/CPR/AED certification should be obtained as soon as possible and is required within the first six months of employment. This position must operate X-ray and metal detectors, cameras, radios, computer, and alarm equipment.

Security Officer Two (Range 18)
Meet all the requirements of a Security Officer One, plus one year of experience as a Legislative Security Officer who has worked both session and interim on day and night shifts or equivalent experience and/or advanced training. Those with advanced training must still pass performance-based testing which includes the proper use of firearms, batons, tasers, chemical irritants, open hand techniques, and the advanced knowledge and techniques to handle upset individuals and professional agitators.

Security Officer Three (Range 19)
Meet all the requirements of a Security Officer Two, plus have one or more of the following:

• Prior law enforcement experience and the ability to obtain a special commission from the Department of Public Safety.
• Possess training certification in firearms, defensive tactics, First Aid, hostage negotiation, conflict resolution and/or other skills deemed advantages to the Security Section.
• Trained in and proficient with specialty Legislative Security Services equipment such as electronic surveillance detection equipment.

Examples of Duties
Depending on the job class selected, responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Monitors the Capitol and legislative office buildings and the transiting of legislators, legislative employees, and visitors, and staffs the Capitol security desk.
• Patrols the exterior and interior of the Capitol Complex monitoring all access points and rooms, preserving order, protecting property, and ensuring the occupants and buildings are secured and safe from criminal acts or hazards.
• Watches for and reports safety-related irregularities, such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes, and unsecure spaces.
• Provides warnings of rule infractions or violations and may apprehend or evict violators from premises, using force when necessary.
• Investigates incidents and reports to Chief of Security.
• Contacts Juneau Police or Fire Department in emergencies (fire, medical, presence of unauthorized persons), and assists with building evacuations.
• Responds to calls for assistance from building occupants.
• Administers first aid and assistance to individuals during emergencies, accidents, or illnesses.
• Monitors closed circuit cameras and responds to any incidents.
• Prepares incident reports including equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences. Prepares daily Security Log. Submits reports to the Chief of Security.
• Receiving Threat Reports from legislators and staff, providing guidance and escalating as appropriate.
• Trains with security equipment and attends classes as required for security-related qualifications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
The ideal candidate will possess many of or all the following desired strengths:

• Knowledge of fire protection, safety, and security procedures.
• Knowledge of and training/certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED procedures.
• General knowledge of the Alaska Legislature and the legislative process, state government, Alaska laws, regulations, executive orders, Agency rules.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service.
• Ability as well as applicable training/certification to use a handgun and other police equipment.
• Ability to convey a commanding appearance to potentially disruptive persons entering the building through professional appearance and the use of strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment, and common sense.
• Ability to communicate (orally and in writing) clearly and concisely.
• Ability to interpret written and oral instructions.
• Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify potential threats and determine an appropriate response.
• Ability to recognize an emergency and react in a mature, controlled manner.
• Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs, and entire body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, and stooping.
• Comfortable with using computers and ability to learn basic software programs, such as MS Outlook and Word, and navigate the legislature’s website.
• Ability to act professionally, objectively, and impartially in dealing with legislators, legislative employees, and the public.
• Ability to concentrate on a task without being distracted.
• Ability to work independently and handle a variety of projects simultaneously.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle politically sensitive work.

• Public Employee Retirement System (PERS), with either a Defined Benefit or Defined Contribution based on original State of Alaska hire date.
• Deferred Compensation plan with options for before or after payroll taxes.
• Supplemental Benefits System Annuity (SBS) in lieu of Social Security.
• Workers Compensation Insurance.
• Voluntary Savings Plan (Defined Benefit participants only)

The Legislative Affairs Agency encourages employees to improve their skills by enrolling in professional development courses directly related to their job responsibilities. Employees may apply for reimbursement for the cost of tuition and books for one undergraduate college-level course per calendar year for which they receive a minimum of a ‘C’ letter grade.

• The potential for flexible work schedules during interim when the legislature is not in session.
• Agency staff may accrue as compensatory time up to 150 hours of hours worked over the standard work week. There is no cash value to compensatory time.
• The State offers paid leave starting at 6:04 (h:mm) a pay period or 21 days a year. If you have previous time working for the State of Alaska in a leave eligible position, the time will be calculated into your accrual rate.
• 11 paid State holidays each year
• The Legislative Affairs Agency is a family-friendly employer.
• The Alaska State Legislature has an onsite daycare with priority given to legislative employees’ children.
• An assigned parking space may be available upon request.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Must pass a criminal background check, psychological evaluation, medical exam, and pass a certified armed security guard course which includes 80 hours of firearms training, defensive tactics, and First Aid/CPR/AED.

Each level has different minimum qualifications/requirements as stated above.

Additional Required Information

This is a fully exempt job class under AS 39.25.110(3). Positions in the Legislative Affairs Agency are required to be politically neutral.

The following information describes typical benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.

For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits. (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)

Insurance Benefits

• Health insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental
  • The following employee groups are under Alaska Care Benefits administered by the State: See https://drb.alaska.gov/help/plans.html for additional information.
    • AVTEC
    • Confidential
    • Correctional Officers
    • Marine Engineers
    • Mt. Edgecumbe Teachers
    • Supervisory
    • Unlicensed Vessel Personnel/Inland Boatman's Union
    • Exempt employees (not covered by collective bargaining)
  • The following employee groups are covered by Union health trusts. Contact the appropriate Union for additional information.
    • General Government
    • Labor, Trades and Crafts
    • Public Safety Employees Association
    • Masters, Mates & Pilots
• Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit)

• Group-based insurance premiums for
  • Term life (employee, spouse or qualified same sex partner, and dependents)
  • Long-term and short-term disability
  • Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • Long-term care (self and eligible family members)
  • Supplemental Survivor Benefits
• Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses

Retirement Benefits

• Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS)
• Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees)
• Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees)
• Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security
• Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program
• Note: The Defined Contribution Plan, Supplemental Annuity Plan and Deferred Compensation Program offer a variety of investment options

Paid Leave & Other Benefits

• Personal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served
• Twelve (12) paid holidays a year