The purpose of this position is to serve as lead detective, providing planning, directing, organizing, and exercising control over civilian and military members assigned to Security Forces (SF) Squadron Investigations Section. Responsible for investigations of crimes, complaints committed by military and civilian personnel within security forces jurisdiction while enforcing, maintaining law and order, preserving the peace, protecting life and civil rights within assigned Federal Jurisdiction.

Duties

1. This position will support the Federal Government's response efforts to COVID-19. Serves as the work leader by planning, organizing, and coordinating the activities of three or more military or civilian detective/investigators. Branch typically consists of three or more investigative personnel who are GS-8 civilian employees, equivalent military personnel, or a combination of military and civilian personnel. 2. Conducts investigations of crimes and complaints covering a wide range of subjects and allegations that are not within the scope of Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI) as determined by Security Forces and AFOSI commanders. Complaints range from simple inquiries (misdemeanors) to serious incidents/complaints (felonies) requiring more complex investigative capabilities than that provided by law enforcement patrols. 3. Serves as liaison to, coordinates with, and assists other investigating agencies to include local, state, federal, and military on issues concerning investigations affecting the installation. Authorizes and provides professional investigative assistance to AFOSI on matters in AFOSI's jurisdiction. 4. Serves as the evidential and acquired property custodian for security forces. Is the primary custodian for evidence relating to criminal activities and for found/acquired property in security forces. 5. Performs the full spectrum of police officer duties within the assigned jurisdictions. Incumbent has full powers of apprehension and detention, which entails carrying a firearm, Mirandizing suspects, preserving evidence and testifying in court as it pertains to enforcing regulations within assigned jurisdiction.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
• Incumbent must be qualified in the use of required weapons, as the incumbent will be required to use firearms in performing duties.
• Position requires access to firearms. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence may not occupy this position in accordance with the Gun Control Act of 1968, as amended 30 Sep 96.
• Employee must sign DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition.
• Must pass initial pre-employment medical examination, periodic medical examinations, required initial and annual physical fitness/physical agility tests to include running, meet established hearing standards and discern colors, contrast, and depth.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Must wear a uniform and meet applicable dress and appearance standards as identified in current AFI or as directed by DFC.
• Must work an uncommon tour of duty, to include nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, rotating shifts, and recall.
• Must wear approved protective clothing such as body armor/ballistic plates, helmets, personal protective equipment, coats, boots, traffic vests and/or chemical protective equipment, (e.g. respirator mask).
• Incumbent must be able to operate Security Forces Vehicles and installed equipment. An appropriate, valid driver’s license is required for the position.
• Subject to duty position evaluation on a pass/fail standard in accordance with AFI 36-2646.
• Must pass formal law enforcement training school as determined by HAF/A4S and obtain DoD Peace Officer Standardization and Training Certification.
• Incumbent will be exposed to the day-to-day dangers associated with law enforcement and security duties.
• Recurring training is required to keep the incumbent knowledgeable on the updated specialized tactics, techniques and procedures necessary for preparation and response to catastrophic events, terrorist attacks and related threats to installations.

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment continued Ability to employ 'infantry/SWAT' small unit tactics involving fire and maneuver, with rapid advancing movement between defensive positions, while wearing protective gear for extended periods of time, (e.g. Employing "Active Shooter" response tactics and techniques as a member of a small team is required). This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions. Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station. Must obtain and maintain a government travel card. Must successfully complete L5AZA3P071-013 - Military Police Investigator course within the first 6-months, if training slot is available. Must earn qualification and/or certification, or have previous certification/qualification to operate and perform the following: Active Vehicle Barrier, National Crime Information Center (NCIC), Web EOC, GEO Base, Emergency Management Systems, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS), Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST), Air Force Justice Information System (AFJIS), Explosive Detection Device (EDD), Defense Data Exchange (DDEX), authoritative databases, Small Unmanned Aircraft System (SUAS), electronic booking stations, non-lethal weapons (e.g. neuromuscular incapacitating device (NMID), baton, etc.) and other duties as assigned. This position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available. This is a Unit Funded PCS In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-0083, Police Series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-08, or equivalent in other pay systems. Experience that provided knowledge in law enforcement conducting investigations of crimes and complaints allegedly committed by military and civilian personnel on the installation and within the local jurisdiction. Serve as liaison to, coordinates with, and assists other investigating agencies to include local, federal, and military on issues concerning investigations affecting the base. Note: Your resume must show supporting detail in describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-08 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of applicable law enforcement and security AF, Federal and DoD rules, regulations, instructions, practices, principles and procedures including force protection, integrated base defense, anti-terrorism and physical security. 2. Knowledge of safety, security, and EEO regulations, practices, and procedures. 3. Knowledge of police officer procedures and operating methods to perform the full range of police officer activities independently to include protection level resources, installation entry control, armed response and dispatch. 4. Ability to operate the Incident Management System and the Security Forces Management Information System (SFMIS). 5. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of an organization. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Maxwell AFB 50 Lemay Plaza South Maxwell AFB, AL 36112 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]