Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Police Officers to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Established in 1941, Fort Walker is the Joint Force's premier all-purpose, year-round, training destination.

Duties

At the full performance level you will: Respond to and investigates emergency calls, complaints and other calls for service. Exercise search and arrest authority, detain witnesses, apprehend suspects, interview witnesses and other persons involved, determine whether facts warrant apprehension or lesser action. Collect and preserve evidence. Conduct long and short-term investigations on criminal cases and analyze facts to identify suspects and develop case information for use in pressing charges and bringing suspect to trial. Appear in court to testify as required in Military Court Martials or Federal and State Court proceedings. Provide sworn testimony based on the investigative process, evidence gathered, witness’ statements in criminal and traffic courts. Perform required lifesaving first aid in the event of an emergency as the first responder to an incident until medical emergency personnel arrive. Conduct traffic law enforcement patrol using specialized equipment such as radar, Lidar and breathalyzer. Apprehend violators as required by applicable laws or regulations. Perform protection duties to deter, detect, and deny unauthorized access at fixed installation, internal compound, and incident perimeter posts. Operate the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) terminal in accordance with federal and state laws to transcribe data.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random drug testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
• This position has been designated "Mission Essential".
• The duties of this position require the incumbent to possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 U.S. states or possessions to operate vehicles.
• This position is subject to the provisions of the Domestic Violence Offender Gun Ban commonly referred to as the Lautenberg Amendment.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.
• This position has a Temporary Duty (TDY) or business travel requirement of 25% of the time.
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
• This position requires shift work to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations. Employee shifts are rotated on a regularly scheduled basis.
• This position will require the incumbent to pass the primary physical fitness/agility test (PAT) within 30 days of employment and an annual one thereafter.
• This position requires certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid training.
• This position requires the incumbent to be proficient in the use of assigned firearms.
• This position requires the incumbent to operate an Emergency Vehicle when patrolling and must successfully complete the Emergency Vehicle Operator's Course.
• This position requires certification in the Individual Reliability Program (IRP) in accordance with Army Regulation 190-56.
• This position requires the incumbent to wear a uniform and /or protective clothing and equipment.
• 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.
• Federal law requires removal of federal law enforcement officers convicted of felonies.
• See Additional Requirements for additional Condition of Employments.

Qualifications

This is an open continuous announcement. The initial cut-off date for referral is 8/15/2024. After this date additional referral lists will be created as vacancies are available. If you are referred and not selected or receive a letter indicating you were ineligible because of missing documents you must complete a new application package for this vacancy to receive further consideration. Who May Apply: US Citizens Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible (PPP DoD MRNG) Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible (PPP DoD MSP) Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement (PPP DoD MRNG Dis) Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible (PPP DoD RG) 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 at the GS-06 grade: One year of specialized experience which includes experience 1) Maintaining order and protecting life; (2) Responding to citizens in emergency/non-emergency situations; and (3) Protecting of property against such hazards as fire, theft, damage, accident, or trespass. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05). Specialized Experience at the GS-07 grade: One year of specialized experience which includes experience (1)Conducting law enforcement traffic patrol;(2)Enforcing traffic codes; and (3) Exercising arrest authority. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06). PHYSICAL DEMANDS. The work requires extended periods of physical exertion derived from such activities as running, walking, and occasionally lifting, pushing and/or carrying items weighing 50 pounds or more. It requires stamina, physical agility and dexterity and the strength to pursue, apprehend or detain. The incumbent may be required to push or drag heavy weights of 150 pounds or more and defend oneself or others against physical attack. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Investigation and ReportingOral CommunicationTraffic ControlWritten Communication

Education

For this position substitution of education for specialized experience is not permitted.

Contacts

• Address FT-W2LQAA US ARMY IMCOM-USAG FT WALKER DO NOT MAIL Fort Walker, VA 22427 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk