Project Manager - Security Guard Force
On-siteVlissingen, Zeeland, The Netherlands
Job Summary
Manage Local Guard Force operations, serving as the primary operational point of contact for U.S. Government representatives while monitoring regional security threats. Ensure compliance with contract requirements, quality-control standards, and established procedures through risk management planning and effective problem-solving. Lead project teams, coordinate communication among security personnel and leadership, and conduct quarterly visits to applicable U.S. Missions. Maintain 24/7 availability and report in person within one hour of requests. Requires full-time dedication, local residency, and fluency in English and the local language.
Required Qualifications
- Secondary education, polytechnic school, National Diploma, Associate degree, or higher
- Minimum 10 years of experience in police, military, security, or Local Guard Force management
- At least 5 years of supervisory or command-level experience
- At least 5 years of professional experience within Curaçao or the surrounding region
- Experience managing security personnel or Local Guard Force operations
- Strong knowledge of overseas security environments, including current criminal and terrorist threats affecting U.S. personnel and facilities
- Expertise in physical security and access control
- Experience with risk management, problem identification, and problem-solving
- Knowledge of guard-force operational methods, response procedures, basic communications, and radio procedures
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other standard office-management applications
- Ability to communicate effectively in English and the local language at the required professional proficiency level (S4/R4)
- Must be a citizen of the host country or a third-country national with a valid work visa authorizing employment in the host nation
- Must possess a current, valid Curaçao driver's license
- Must reside in the same city as the U.S. Embassy
- Must be available to respond to contract performance matters 24 hours a day, seven days a week
- Must be able to report in person within one hour of a request from designated U.S. Government representatives
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