The Local Guard Coordinator (LGC) is a Locally Employed (LE) staff member responsible for first-line oversight of the local guard contract, personnel and resources. As directed by the Regional Security Officer (RSO) and/or designated Assistant Regional Security Officer (ARSO), the LGC is responsible for contract administration and oversight of the local guard (LG) components of the facility defense and reaction plans for all U.S. Government facilities under the Chief of Mission. Additionally, the LGC assists the RSO and/or designated ARSO with resource management of the LG budget; coordinating security planning and drills for facilities and residences with host-nation security forces; and in the development of logístical and financial plans for the LG force.
**Education Requirements**: High School diploma or local equivalent
**Experience**: Minimum three years of progressively responsible experience in the commercial security guard business, civilian or government police, or military. Experience in security contracts, budgets or fiscal processes. Experience in personnel management and implementation of scheduling, training, and equipping. Knowledge and experience in emergency planning and mitigation of complex disaster scenarios.
**Language**: Good working knowledge of English speaking/reading/writing. Fluent level of Spanish speaking/reading/writing. This may be tested.