Supervisory Police Officer (Station Commander)

Summary This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA Certain Personnel of DoD Workforce for to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Serves as the Station Commander for the Police Services Division, and functions as the Military Police Station Commander for Ft. Bliss TX. Learn more about this agency Duties Supervises two Civilian Police Desk Sergeants, four military Desk Sergeants and the operations of the Military Police Desk. Plans work assignments and schedules personnel to assure successful accomplishment of assigned missions and responsibilities. Advises and instructs employees concerning work and administrative related matters. Informs supervisor of anticipated vacancies, increase in workload or other circumstances to obtain replacements, temporary help or additional staff. Protection functions, law enforcement duties, accident investigation, crime prevention, traffic control, evidence gathering, bike patrol, and community policing. Requirements Conditions of employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Certify as (Texas Law Enforcement Telecommunication System) and NCIC (National Crime Information Center) terminal operator Certified breathalyzer operator This position requires the employee to use personal protective equipment provided by the employer Due to the nature of this position, employees are required to work both planned and unscheduled overtime This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations This position is supervisory as defined by the Office of Personnel Management's (OPM) General Schedule Supervisory Guide (GSSG). This position is subject to the provisions of the Domestic Violence Offender Gun Ban commonly referred to as the Lautenberg Amendment The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License This position has been designated "Mission Essential". The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance 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 by providing direct tactical guidance to subordinate officers during daily patrols; conducting on-the-job training for patrol officers in specific job techniques to ensure compliance with departmental standards; establishing incident command during critical events by employing National Incident Management System (NIMS) protocols to contain incidents; preparing detailed law enforcement reports using web-based programs to ensure accurate documentation of all incidents. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08). 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 Fort Bliss supports over 30,000 troops and has undergone the largest post expansion in the Army. It is the home of the 1st Armored Division, U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command (USAWHC) deployable units, and has a full scope of base support elements. It is home to the NCO Leadership Center of Excellence, William Beaumont Army Hospital, 32nd Army Air and Missile Defense Command, Brigade Modernization Command, and Joint Task Force North. Ft Bliss plays a vital role in America's largest city on a U.S. International Border, El Paso, Texas. El Paso's climate is dry/sunny with mild winters and warm summers. https://home.army.mil/bliss 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. This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest. 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) Installation Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information. Permanent change of station (PCS) costs may be authorized Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized. Student loan repayment may be authorized. Salary negotiations for those candidates who are new to Federal service may be authorized. Credit for Prior Non-Federal Work Experience and Certain Military Service for determining Annual Leave Accrual Rate may be authorized Expand Hide  additional information 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. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.