If you are a knowledgeable, talented, and motivated individual and have experience in the application of police methods and techniques, consider joining the Division of Police. The responsibility of the position is the investigation, apprehension, or detention of persons suspected of offenses against any criminal laws of the United States.

Duties

If selected for this position as a GS-0083-09 Supervisor Police Officer (Sergeant) your duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Performs the full range of supervisory responsibilities, including planning and assigning work to staff based on priorities and schedules, balancing workload, and adjusting schedules and duty assignments as necessary among subordinate staff. Provide advice and guidance on both operational and administrative matters, monitor assigned work, review job performance, provide reports to higher level supervisors. Evaluate job performance of subordinates throughout the rating year. Identifies developmental and training needs. Assists in training officers in the procedures used by NIH Division of Police. Responsibility for investigation, apprehension, and detention of persons suspected of offenses against all applicable criminal laws of the United States. Provides leadership and supervision to police officers and lead police officers. Supervises and leads others in investigating complaints brought by a variety of persons. Responds to alarms and calls involving crimes in progress and provides command supervision and leadership to staff on the scene and others in questioning individuals to determine the extent of the emergency. Acts promptly, decisively, and judiciously to analyze facts and take corrective actions that may involve decisions to make arrests or issue citations. Executes search and arrest warrants. Manages crime scenes and accident scenes. Administers first aid to the injured as required. Uses knowledge of police procedures, methods, and rules of evidence to conduct internal and external investigations. Collaborates with prosecuting attorneys to present cases and pursue criminal charges. Prepares testimony for presentation in court and follows through, as necessary, until final disposition. Assists subordinate officers in the proper execution of the paperwork necessary to proceed forward with criminal cases. Executes all incident and criminal reports in the appropriate format. Assumes incident command and coordinates emergency response to critical incidents. Qualifies and maintains proficiency with assigned duty weapons. Performs a wide range of technical and administrative functions representing the senior management of the Division. Acts in place of the Lieutenant in their absence.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of the pre-appointment process (i.e., background investigation, verification of qualifications and job requirements, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, etc.)
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements within thirty (30) calendar days of the closing date of this announcement, including time in grade.
• If selected, you must pass a pre-employment medical examination, psychological examination, provide evidence of immunization, and be free from communicable diseases.
• This position has on-call or call-back requirements and nights, rotational shifts, weekends, and holidays hours. Overtime on an emergency basis.
• Pre-employment and/or random drug and alcohol testing is required for this position.
• If selected, you must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle license or must be able to obtain a valid driver before a final offer of employment.
• If selected, you must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• In accordance with Executive Order 12564 of September 14, 1986, The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is A Drug-Free Federal Workplace.
• The selectee may be required to use protective clothing. The selectee will be required to wear a uniform.
• Criminal history background checks are a required for this position.
• This position is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment Gun Control Act of 1968, as amended, which prohibits access to firearms by people convicted of crimes involving domestic violence or any felonious act.
• You must have reached your 21st birthday prior to an initial Federal Police Officer appointment.
• If selected for this position, you will be expected to travel 12 weeks for initial entrance level training at Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC). FLETC may be waived for eligible candidates.
• If selected will be required to obtain and maintain a CPR and First Aid Certification.
• If selected, you must be able to lift and move heavy items weighing 50 lbs. or more.
• If selected, you must be able to work outdoors under all weather conditions.

Qualifications

You qualify at the GS-09 level, if you meet the following qualification requirements: You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-08 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: investigating, apprehending, and detaining persons suspected of criminal law offenses; responding to alarms and calls involving crimes in progress; preparing and maintaining reports and records on police activities; and managing and supervising, a civilian police force. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12090397

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Dr Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: Lori Palmer
• Phone: 301-594-3598
• Email: [email protected]