Supervisory Police Officer

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: As Chief, Police/Provost Marshal Division, is technically and administratively responsible for the law enforcement operations at a medium garrison within the Installation Management Command (IMCOM). Duties Develop law enforcement programs and operating plans for the installation and is responsible for planning, supervising, and managing the operations of the division. Recommend solutions and coordinates implementation of major changes in procedures, staffing, funding, organization, and staffing. Plan for current and long-range operations based on workload trends and projected requirements. Advise top-level installation managers on police department issues impacting them and develops acceptable solutions to problems. Make decisions on project priorities to meet changing requirements; reassigning personnel as necessary and assuring efficient use of space, personnel, funds and equipment to meet workload and mission changes. Identify problem areas and makes necessary changes in policies and procedures to correct deficiencies and to meet short and long range objectives. Direct and supervise the law enforcement staff directly or indirectly through subordinate supervisors performing the various police functions. Prepare performance rating plans and evaluates key Police Department personnel, counseling them as required. Plans for and initiates all requests for formal training. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Successfully graduated from the United States Army Civilian Police Academy, unless incumbent has a current approved waiver/exemption or grandfathered from the Office of the Provost Marshal General. Incumbent must be able to successfully pass training, certification and qualification requirements related to law enforcement work functions as prescribed by policy, regulations or statutes. Incumbent must meet the requirements of AR 190-56: Successfully pass a pre-employment and recurring medical / psychiatric evaluation. Pass a Physical Agility Test (PAT) within 30 days of hire date and annually thereafter. Comply with and maintain the requirements of the Individual Reliability Program (IRP). This is a drug testing designated position (TDP) under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program. The 1996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968 covers this position. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence are not eligible for this position. Incumbent must possess a valid state driver’s license and be able to obtain and maintain a government motor vehicle operator’s license. Incumbent must be able obtain and maintain a valid Tier 3 (Secret) security investigation. Official Temporary Duty (TDY) travel up to 10% of the time may be required. Incumbent is subject to possible civil action due to improper exercises of authority or injudicious use of force in the apprehension or detention of individuals. The wearing of uniforms is required and the employee may be required to wear protective clothing or gear such as masks, gowns, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, shield, and body armor. A high state of uniform appearance and personal hygiene will be maintained at all times. Required to do shift work, rotating shifts, holidays, nights and weekends. Designated Mission Essential Position: Incumbent is required to report for duty during inclement weather, Natural Disasters, and other emergency situations as directed by the Commander. Qualifications Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes overseeing law enforcement operations in the prevention, detection, and reporting of crimes; the arrest or apprehension of violators; assisting citizens in emergency situations AND developing plans for law enforcement operations to safeguard the public and mitigate criminal activity. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct Deposit of Pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a(n) Career Field (CF-19) - Physical Security and Law Enforcement position.. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Recruitment and/or Relocation incentives MAY be authorized. Pending eligibility, Student Loan Repayment Assistance MAY be authorized. Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service MAY be authorized. Superior Qualifications MAY be authorized. Credit for Prior Non-Federal Work Experience and Certain Military Service for determining Annual Leave Accrual Rate MAY be authorized. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. 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