This role involves exercising exclusive law enforcement jurisdiction, apprehending or detaining individuals suspected or convicted of offenses against U.S. criminal laws, and serving as a police patrol officer. The officer will enforce Federal criminal laws and the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) concerning persons and property, protecting government assets from trespass, theft, fire, damage, and espionage.
Responsibilities
Exercise exclusive law enforcement jurisdiction
Apprehend or detain persons suspected or convicted of offenses against U.S. criminal laws
Serve as a police patrol officer enforcing Federal criminal laws and the UCMJ
Protect government property, materials, and facilities against trespass, theft, fire, damage, and espionage
Detain or arrest suspected or guilty persons
Collect and protect evidence, witnesses, and victims
Arrest persons committing or suspected of committing crimes on the installation
Patrol assigned area by vehicle or on foot to preserve peace, prevent crime, and protect lives and property
Requirements
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment
Completion of a pre-employment physical examination and an annual examination thereafter
Compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs
Subject to a pre-employment drug screening and random testing thereafter
Designated "Mission Essential" and required to report to work or remain at work during severe weather or emergencies
Subject to the provisions of the Domestic Violence Offender Gun Ban (Lautenberg Amendment)
Ability to work shift work, including evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations
Certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation with Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) training
Possess a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles
Proficient in the use of assigned firearms
Maintain physical conditioning and pass an annual Physical Agility Test (PAT) as outlined in AR 190-56 within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter
Wear a uniform and/or protective clothing and equipment
Certification in the Individual Reliability Program (IRP) in accordance with AR 190-56
Successfully complete the US Army Civilian Police Academy program within 12 months of hire, or be a current employee considered grandfathered IAW AR 190-56, or have a current approved waiver from OPMG
Successfully pass the National Incident Management System (NIMS) training requirements
Ability to work both planned and unscheduled overtime
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For GS-5 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience including applying basic laws and regulations, assisting with law enforcement operations practices and/or techniques, and maintaining order and protecting life and property. (Note: Successful completion of a Federal, State, county, or municipal police academy or comparable training course which included at least 40 classroom hours of instruction in police department procedures and methods, and local law and regulations, may be substituted for three months of specialized experience.)
For GS-5 Education: Four years of education above the high school level in an accredited school leading to a bachelor's degree in Police Science or a comparable degree program related to the work of the position, such as Criminal Justice.
For GS-5 Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
For GS-6 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience including maintaining order and protecting life, responding to citizens in emergency/non-emergency situations, and protecting property against hazards such as fire, theft, damage, accident, or trespass.
For GS-7 Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience including performing law enforcement investigation in accordance with established policies and procedures, collecting/preserving evidence for an investigation, and preparing statements concerning incidents such as accidents or law violations.
Creditable specialized experience may have been gained in work on a police force, through service as a military police officer, in work providing visitor protection and law enforcement in parks, forests, or other natural resource or recreational environments, in performing criminal investigative duties, or in other work that provided the required knowledge and skills.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration
Provide proof of U.S. Citizenship
Committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of the American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution
Nice to have:
Foreign education credentials evaluated by a private organization specializing in interpretation of foreign education programs and deemed equivalent to a U.S. accredited education program, or full credit given for courses at a U.S. accredited college or university
Benefits
Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized
Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service or have a break in service may be authorized
Credit for prior non-Federal work experience and certain military service for determining annual leave accrual rate may be authorized
Comprehensive benefits package for federal employees, including access to a range of benefits designed to make a federal career rewarding
Student Loan Repayment may be offered
Important Details
Probationary period: one year, unless previously met requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 11
Direct Deposit of Pay is required
Selection is subject to restrictions from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees
This is a Security & Intelligence Career Field position
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement
When performing a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of entitlements to be taxable
Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest
About the Company
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position held and whether the position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.
