Police Officer

Job Description

Job Description

Duties

• You will interpret and enforce state and federal laws, directives, rules, and regulations.
• You will detect and investigate unusual situations / conditions and take required action to resolve various incidents / situations and requests additional support, if necessary.
• You will perform a full range of force protection, anti-terrorism and sentry duties at installations or activities with significant operational assets, unrestricted access points, and large populations.

RequirementsConditions of Employment

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.

To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov

• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Per the preliminary nationwide injunction on E.O. 14043, COVID-19 vaccinations will not be implemented or enforced. For more information on vaccine status and workplace safety protocol requirements see Additional Information below.
• The DON does not employ individuals for Law Enforcement Officer positions who have been convicted of a crime of domestic violence on or after 27 November 2002.

You must submit DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms before appointment.

• You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver's license.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or pass the test.

You will be subject to random testing.

• This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and / or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968.

You will be required to sign a DD-Form-2760, Qualification to possess firearms or ammunition.

• This is a bargaining unit position.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain a current CPR certification and utilize a portable heart defibrillator where available.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and / or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• You must meet the qualifications and be certified to carry a firearm. You will need to maintain firearm proficiency.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites.

You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.

• You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
• Employees must successfully pass an initial, annual, or any required OPM, DoD, or Department of the Navy mental and emotional stability screening, physical ability test, and physical fitness for duty test.

Qualifications

For GS-07 : Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-06 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.

• Specialized experience must demonstrate the following : 1) Performing investigations regarding unusual situations and / or violations of the law;
• 2) Conducting checkpoints / roadblocks at various locations to reduce criminal activity; 3) Inspecting packages / personal belongings when admitting personnel into controlled areas;

and 4) Responding to emergency calls for service while adhering to state and federal laws. NOTE : This information must be supported in your resume.

For GS-06 : Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-05 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following : 1) Issuing citations for violations of the law; 2) Preparing reports and orders for dissemination to other law enforcement officials;

3) Protecting property, equipment, data, or materials; and 4) Arresting and detaining citizens who are in violation of the law.

NOTE : This information must be supported in your resume.

For GS-05 : Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-04 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.

• Specialized experience must demonstrate the following : 1) Applying knowledge of law enforcement procedures, regulations, and operations to perform routine, recurring kinds of fixed post assignments;
• 2) Preparing police reports concerning incidents and actions taken; 3) Responding to emergency calls for service while adhering to state and federal laws;

and 4) Patrolling areas to detect, deter, and defend against threats. NOTE : This information must be supported in your resume.

Please see the Education section below to see additional ways you may qualify for this position at the GS-05 grade level.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website : https : / / www.

opm.gov / policy -data- oversight / classification - qualifications / general -schedule-qualification- standards / 0000 / police -series-0083 /

Physical Demands

The work requires regular and recurring periods of physical exertion derived from such activities as running, walking, standing, climbing, bending, driving, and lifting / carrying heavy items weighing more than 50 pounds (e.

g. climbing stairs during emergency response, carrying personnel during evacuations, personal protective equipment, and weapons systems).

In installations with navigable waters, physical exertion may also include swimming. Conditions often require officers to work in extreme climates for extended periods while wearing personal protective equipment and duty gear, requiring the officer to be physically fit to perform duties in extreme heat or cold.

Requires physical stamina, agility and strength to defend themselves, defend others, pursue and apprehend or detain suspects.

Officers undergo sustainment training in defensive tactics to include less than lethal equipment and firearms qualifications that require physical strength, skill and stamina.

The incumbent must be physically fit and agile in order to pursue persons on foot over / around rough and / or slippery terrain or obstacles and up and down stairs, and to participate as a member of a special reaction or tactics squad in advent of terrorist or hostage situation.

Must successfully complete annual agility testing in order to retain position.

Work Environment

The work is performed in an environment that involves exposure to regular and reoccurring discomforts such as extreme variations in weather conditions while directing traffic and performing walking patrols.

The officer may be exposed to high levels of noise in certain industrial settings, destructive weather or higher force protection conditions, and may operate a vehicle over rough terrain and / or unpaved / unplowed / untreated surfaces.

The work involves moderate and high risks and possible endangerment of life or serious injury that requires the exercise of safety precautions and use of personal protective equipment.

The officer may be subjected to uncomfortable conditions where basic facilities may not be provided or functional. May be exposed to physical attack / bodily injury at a moment's notice when apprehending, detaining, or pursuing suspects.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Must maintain the applicable weapons qualification standards at the assigned installation.

Must meet applicable federal and / or state minimum age requirements for the assigned installation.

Must meet OPM hearing and vision requirements to include distinguishing basic shades of color.

Must successfully complete a DoD approved Police Training Academy or equivalent course, e.g. Navy Police Officer Academy;

a federal or military police academy; or equivalent law enforcement training. Must also successfully complete any annual sustainment training, Level I Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) contamination training (if applicable), and OC refresher training.

Employees are subjected to a pre-employment background check and ongoing background checks to affirm employability as a Police Officer.

Maintains proficiency for response to : installation perimeter breeches, hostage situations, vehicle borne improvised explosive device (IED), waterborne (IED) and pedestrian borne improvised explosive attacks, active shooter incidents, bomb threats, counter unmanned systems, suspicious packages and other terrorist threats, natural disasters, civil disturbances, and a myriad of law enforcement responses.

Must be able to successfully complete the mandated 40-hour Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) to be qualified to operated motor vehicles (i.

e., sedans, cargo trucks, pickup trucks) having gross vehicle weights of 7,000 pounds or less, loading capacities of 1 ton or less, manual transmissions, and 2 or 4-wheel drive in support of operations and to transport personnel and materials throughout the installation and on public roads.

With additional training, the incumbent may be required to qualify on police bicycles and other rough terrain vehicles such as ATVs and snow mobiles.

May be required to respond to other military installations within the region or off installation events when directed by higher authority to a disaster scene or during a national emergency.

Incumbent must be able to read, write and speak English.

Due to significant training requirements levied by DoD, SECNAV, and OPNAV, incumbent must be trained and qualified to conduct Guardmount and pre / post watch training of other LE personnel before, during and after assigned shift.

Employee is required to wear an assigned uniform and display official designated items and accessories to include additional required equipment.

The employee must follow and adhere to applicable grooming standards for the installation.

Benefits

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