Supervisory Police Officer

Duties * Serve as Supervisory Police Officer and Commander, Patrol Division under the direction of the Chief of Police. * Conduct supervisory operational reviews of law enforcement activities to ensure standards and all required equipment is issued and maintained properly. * Identify developmental and training needs of employees. * Coordinate emergency responses between assigned patrol officers, fire, and other emergency units in order to respond to calls concerning reports of violations or complaints. * Arrest/apprehend or directs the arrest/apprehension of violators. * Identify problem areas and makes necessary changes in policies and procedures to correct deficiencies. Requirements Conditions of Employment * Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. * Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid Secret security clearance. * Must successfully pass a pre-employment and recurring medical examinations (physical, emotional and mental stability) required by Federal Law and the Office of Safety and Occupational Health Administration set forth in AR 190-56. * Pass annual physical agility test requirements per AR 190-56. * Drug testing position * The position is covered by the 1996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. * Be qualified and certified in the use of chemical aerosol irritants, and tear gas. * State certification, if required, for radar and breathalyzer operations. * Maintain requirements of Individual Reliability Program (IRP) IAW AR 190-56. * Must successfully complete reoccurring CPR certification and First Aid training. * Must participate in regularly scheduled training in the techniques of use of deadly force, counter-terrorism, first aid, firearms, actuating anti-vehicle barriers, search and seizure, security operations and enforcement. * Good eye/hand coordination is required to operate radios and security weapons and equipment. * Must be in sufficient physical condition to assist in searching vehicles and persons and restraining persons. * Work both inside and outside with exposure to inclement weather. * Subject to verbal abuse and possible injury or death. * Shift work is required. * Rotating shifts are required. * Overtime may be required as directed and is subject to recall for periods of emergency overtime. * A one year probation to assess your ability to perform supervisory duties is required unless previously completed. * Please see "Other Requirements" Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. * Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
* Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)
* Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
* Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
* Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
* Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)
* Non-Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer
* Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
* Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
* Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
* Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
* Reinstatement
* Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998In order to qualify, you must meet the education 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 . Experience required: To qualify based on your work experience, your resume must describe at least one year of experience which prepared you to do the work in this job. Specialized experience is defined as: Supervising operational law enforcement activities to ensure standards and equipment is issued and maintained, identifying developmental and training needs, coordinating emergency responses between assigned patrol officers, fire, and other emergency units in order to respond to calls concerning reports of violations or complaints, arrest and apprehension of violators, and identifying problem areas and makes necessary changes in policies and procedures to correct deficiencies. For this position, at least 52 weeks of specialized experience at the second lower level (GS-09) is creditable for in-service applicants. However, for outside applicants (i.e., those without current or prior Federal competitive or excepted service), at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower level is required (GS-10). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: * Arrest/Apprehension
* Critical Incident Response
* Decision Making
* Managing Human Resources
* Written Communication Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-09 or 10). Education 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. 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. * Subject to possible civil actions due to improper exercises of authority or injudicious use of force in the detention of individuals. * Must be proficient in the use of assigned firearms/weapons, pass an initial qualification, and must qualify thereafter in the use of assigned firearms/weapons. * Successfully graduate from DA Civilian Police Academy per AR 190-56. * Successfully graduate from Traffic Management and Collision Investigation Course. * Must be a U.S. citizen and be at least 21 years of age * Candidate must successfully complete a Police Officer Field Training Program upon initial assignment to law enforcement duties. * This position does not meet the definition of Law Enforcement Officer and is excluded from coverage as Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) for purposes of the Federal Employment Retirement System-Basic Annuity IAW 5 CFR, Part 842, and Subpart H. 19. * This position is designated as a Key Position IAW AR 690-11. Civilians in key positions must be exempted from recall to active duty because of Reserve or retired military obligation. * Must wear prescribed police uniform and safety equipment. * 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) 19 Career Field position. * Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. * Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. * 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. * 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. * Benefits Help 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 window Learn 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. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. You may claim Military Spouse preference.

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