Rule 28-301-18.6 - Organizational Structure of the Contract Security DepartmentSecurity Department is organized under a headquarters section staffed by the Captain of Security and Sergeant of Security, and a guard section staffed to cover three permanent entry/exit Gate Guard posts and two Security Vehicle Screeners. General job descriptions and requirements for these positions, as well as the Radio-Telephone Operator are as follows:
A. Job Title: Captain of Security 1. Captain of Security - Position Description:(a) Manages a guard force of an average of twenty one (21) security officers in the day-to-day activities of providing physical security and radio operations/dispatcher services to the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport. Responds to security irregularities/incidents. Investigates circumstances surrounding irregularities. Prepares concise irregularity/incident reports for State Port Authority. Conducts continual evaluations of State Port physical security programs and submits security program recommendations to State Port Authority on an as needed basis. Actively supports State Port officials in the safe berthing/sailing of marine vessels. Actively supports State Port officials in the smooth operation of Port activities. Provides short notice security guard capabilities to the State Port on an as needed basis. (b) Schedules security officers for duty and assigns security officers to guard posts. Resolves personnel matters of security guards as related to duty performance and job assignments. Manages payroll of assigned security persons (contract security only).(c) Acts as senior radio operator/dispatcher for the State Port. Continually evaluates assigned radio operators/dispatchers for compliance with State Port and FCC radio operation requirements. Certifies newly assigned radio operators/dispatchers.(d) Maintains mutually supporting, cooperative relationship with local law enforcement agencies such as Homeland Security, which includes USCG Sector Mobile, Customs Border Protection (CBP), Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and local drug enforcement agencies as well as the U. S. Coast Guard - Gulfport Station.(e) Actively resolves physical security problems to the greatest extent possible or refers unresolved problems to State Port Authority for justification.(f) Develops, schedules, and conducts training of assigned security offcars/supervisors on an as needed basis, to include: State Port physical layout, State Port Physical Security Programs, specialized security officer training, first-aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), as well as water oriented lifesaving procedures. Develops training programs oriented to safe handling of hazardous cargo as applicable to physical security officers on an as needed basis. Develops, schedules and conducts traffic control training of assigned security officers, on an as needed basis.(g) Maintains a mutually supportive, cooperative relationship with commercial agencies operating on the Port.(h) Provides a source of primary physical security assessment/evaluation to the State Port Authority, and other agencies actively engaged in commerce on the Port.(i) Provides constant physical security coverage to the State Port during nonbusiness/holiday hours.(j) Performs other physical security duties at the direction of the State Port Authority.2. Captain of Security - Job Requirements:(a) Applicant must possess a minimum of one (1) year practical experience as a security manager/supervisor. Previous experiences as an executive level manager may be substituted for the requirement upon approval of State Port Authority.(b) Applicant must possess a working knowledge of Port and maritime operations. Applicant must possess working knowledge of Limited Coast Radio Station operations, to include practical knowledge of FCC regulations and limitations.(c) Applicant must possess a minimum of three (3) years personnel management experience. Applicant must demonstrate ability to schedule employees for duty and to react to short notice requirements for additional security officers. Prior experience in administration of employee payroll programs is desirable.(d) Applicant must possess normal color vision and normal hearing. Applicant may not possess any physical incapacities which may adversely affect normal duty requirements. Applicant may be required to produce evidence of a physical examination/evaluation at the request of State Port Authority (contract security only).(e) Applicant must possess a current Mississippi Operator's Permit and not have pending or current conviction(s) on driver's records which are drug or alcohol related, or, which reflect an unsafe driving attitude. Prior training of experience in operating emergency response vehicles is desirable. Successful completion of an accredited defensive driving course may be substituted for this requirement.(f) Applicant may not possess a felony-oriented criminal record, pending or previous.(g) Applicant must possess the capability to conduct training needs assessments, determine job requirements, develop physical security and traffic control on-the-job training programs, and conduct on-the-job training for newly assigned security persons. Applicant must possess practical experience in administrative management.(h) Applicant must have a minimum of a high school education. 3. Captain of Security - Related Job Requirements: (a) Successful completion of an accredited management school is desirable; however, three (3) years of upper level management experience may be substituted for this requirement.(b) Applicant must be prepared to provide certification of ability to perform all assigned duties under minimum direct supervision. The acceptability of this certification rests solely with executive managers of the State Port Authority.(c) Applicant must possess a minimum of one (1) year developing and conducting on-the-job training programs. Acceptability of this experience rests solely with executive managers of the State Port Authority.(d) Applicant must possess a minimum of one (1) year practical experience in the development and administration of physical security training programsB.Job Title: Sergeant of Security1. Position Description - Sergeant of Security Supervises a contract guard force of approximately five (5) security officers providing physical security as well as radio-telephone communications service to the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport. Responds to security irregularities/incidents, vehicle accidents, and disturbances. Prepares CONCISE irregularities/incident reports. Identifies potential physical security shortfalls to the Chief of Security. Assists in and acquires berthing applications on an "as needed" basis. Ensures smooth operations thru effective traffic control and marshaling of vehicles on an "as needed" basis. Acts as senior radio operator during assigned watch. Ensures strict compliance with FCC guidelines concerning operation of a limited maritime radio-telephone station. Ensures compliance with Port directives concerning "call out" of Port employees during non-business hours. Ensures compliance with Port directives concerning proper maintenance and documentation of radio log(s). Ensures proper accountability and issue/receipt procedures for Port keys. Performs other activities at the direction of the Captain of Security in support of Port activities.
2. Job Requirements - Sergeant of Security Potential Watch Supervisor(s) must possess a minimum of one (1) year, port oriented physical security officer experience, must be capable of direct supervision and scheduling personnel, must possess working knowledge of Port and maritime operations as well as working knowledge of a limited coast radio station operations, to include practical knowledge of FCC coast radio station regulations and limitations. Successful applicant must possess normal color vision and normal hearing. Job incumbent may not have physical malady(s) which may adversely impact the discharge of normal duties and job oriented requirements. Incumbent must possess a current Mississippi Operator's Permit. Incumbent may not have not have drug/alcohol related convictions. Incumbent must possess the minimum of a high school education.
3. Related Job Requirement(s) - Sergeant of Security Potential Security officers may be required to undergo a limited medical (Physical) examination, at the expense of the contractor, and provide results of said examination to MSPA upon request.
C.Job Title: Radio-Telephone (Communications) Officer1. Position Description - Radio-Telephone Officer Maintain constant watch over MSPA radio emergency (hail & distress) radio Channel 16 and State Port Channel 10. Responds to ships calling the Port on Channel 16. Coordinates with concerned State Port Agencies on ship's requirements. Relays messages and information to marine vessels, coordinates ship movement requirements, i.e linehandlers, tug boats assistance identifying assigned berths, etc, and relays information to incoming marine vessels. Coordinates "in port" vessel needs/requirements with concerned State Port and ancillary marine support agencies. Maintains radio operations log(s). Maintains Daily Ship Report log. Dispatches MSPA linehandlers in support of ship's movements during nonbusiness hours. Maintains watch over Port fire alarm system, security cameras and notifies Port Operations or the Captain of Security for response guidance. Receives documents, and distributes Gulfport Pilot tickets and Gulfport Towing tickets to concerned MSPA and other commercial agencies. Maintains watch over Port freezer alarm system and dispatches response team(s) to alarm location(s). Provides marine radio support services to Gulfport Pilot Association and ship's agents on an as needed basis. Provides Port Security radio desk/dispatcher services. Maintains constant watch over Port Security radio Channel 3. Dispatches security response member. Coordinates immediate response actions with Port Security Watch Supervisor and local law enforcement agencies
2. Job Requirements - Radio-Telephone Officer (a) Successful radio operator/dispatcher must possess a minimum of a high school education and write legible. Persons fulfilling this position must speak clearly/distinctively without speech impediment. Applicant must possess normal color vision. Applicant must also possess a working knowledge of marine radio operations, to include marine jargon/terminology as well as a working knowledge of FCC regulations concerning operation of a limited coast radio station. Applicant must possess working knowledge of Port and marine ship movement requirements. (b) Successful applicant must possess good communicative skills and be able to retain/relay complex information between a variety of Port and ancillary support agencies.3. Related Job Requirements - Radio-Telephone Officer (a) Applicant must be able to perform all assigned duties under periods of stress with minimum supervision.(b) Prior experience as a radio-telephone operator may be substituted for knowledge of Port requirements.(c) Applicant must successfully complete a minimum of fourteen (14) days of on the job training and be certified by the MSPA Contract Captain of Security prior to being assigned full time duties in this position.4. Education/Training Requirements - Radio-Telephone Officer FCC Radio Operator's Certificate is desirable, however, not mandatory.
5. Supervision - Radio-Telephone Officer Persons fulfilling this position receive direct supervision from the Captain of Security and indirect supervision from Sergeant of Security during nonbusiness hours.
D.Job Title: Security Officer1. Position Description - Security Officer (a) This position consists of three (3) permanent guard posts (West Gate, East Gate and North Gate located at the Mississippi State Port Authority, Gulfport, Mississippi.(b)West Guard Gate: Provides physical security and entry/exit control over the West Pier, MSPA Directs inbound traffic to vendors, visitors and commercial traffic to concerned agencies on the West Pier. Obtains dock releases/receipts from outbound traffic for deliveries to MSPA officials. Conducts vehicle inspections(s) of outbound traffic to preclude unauthorized removal (pilferage) of cargo, equipment, and supplies. Detains person(s) suspect of unauthorized removal (pilferage) from exiting West Pier unit proper authorities have cleared the person/vehicle or directed assistance from Gulfport Police Department. Assists the Chief of Security in traffic control on West Pier as needed. Performs other security oriented functions at the discretion of the Chief of Security in concert with MSPA. (c)East Gate Guard: Provides physical security and entry/exit control over the East Pier of the MSPA. Directs inbound traffic to facilities on the East Pier. Detains person(s) suspect of unauthorized removal (pilferage) from exiting East Pier until proper authorities have cleared the person/vehicle or directed assistance from Gulfport Police Department. Performs traffic control duties at the direction of Chief of Security. Performs other security oriented functions at the discretion of Captain of Security in concert with MSPA officials.2. Job Requirement(s) - Security Officer West Gate, East Gate, North Gate: Persons performing these duties must be a minimum of twenty one (21) years of age and must not possess a record of criminal (felony) convictions active or pending. Persons performing these duties must possess a high school, or equivalent, education. Although these are unarmed positions, the ability to possess a "weapons card" is considered highly desirable. Persons performing, or being considered for these positions may be required to undergo a medical (physical) examination, at the expense of the contracting agency, to ensure the absence of malady which may be restrictive to the performance of assigned duties, the results of which may be requested by MSPA officials.
3. Other Job requirement(s) - Security Officer(a) Persons filling these positions must demonstrate the ability to deal with the general public and to "neutralize" potentially disruptive occurrences without the use of force. Persons filling these positions will be placed on probationary employment at the State Port until they successfully complete a period of training/orientation on State Port facilities and requirements, to include CPR and first aid (buddy care) training, as well as traffic control/direction procedures.(b) Screening/Search Security Officers are required to screen vehicles as mandated by the MSPA Facility Security Plan. Screening/Searching can be defined as searching through vehicles prior to access to the Port's Restricted/Secure areas. The officers are searching for weapons, incendiary devices, illegal drugs, etc. Persons performing these duties must be must be a minimum of 21 years of age and must not possess a criminal (felony) record, whether or not active or pending. Persons performing these duties must possess a high school education or an equivalent thereof. Although these are unarmed positions, the ability to possess a weapon card is considered highly desirable. Persons performing, or being considered for these positions may be required to undergo a medical and/or physical examination, at the expense of the contracting agency, to ensure the absence of condition which may be restrictive to the performance of assigned duties, the results of these examinations may be requested by MSPA officials. 28 Miss. Code. R. 301-18.6
Mississippi Code §§ 59-1-1, 59-1-9 and 59-5-21