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- Identify situations where criminal activity has occurred or is about to occur
- Assess danger and threats, and take proper recourse
- Use various special weapons and tactics to resolve security and law enforcement-related issues
- Ensure compliance with and enforce a full range of Federal, state, territorial, and/or commonwealth, county and municipal laws, ordinances, rules and regulations
- Conduct investigations and recurring security assessments
- Identify security vulnerabilities and recommend changes in crime prevention programs
- Utilize a special skill set to assist the needs of Veterans and de-escalate a crisis situation
- Provide direction during natural disasters, terrorist acts, criminal activity and other emergency situations
- Operate a variety of security equipment and systems
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Job family (Series)
0083 Police
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Requirements
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this jobDesignated and/or random drug testing may be requiredSelective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959You may be required to serve a probationary periodSubject to a background/security investigationMust meet specialized experienceMust meet Time in Grade as applicableTravel may be requiredResume/CV required Resume: Your resume should include the following information for each job that you list: Job title; Complete Work Place Addresses; Duties (be as detailed as possible); Month and year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008); Full-time, part-time status (include hours worked per week).Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). HCP are individuals who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations where patients receive care or who come into contact with VA patients as part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and VA-leased facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, paid and unpaid, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors, students, researchers, volunteers, and trainees who work at these facilities.
Qualifications
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the 08/19/2019 of this announcement.
United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-06 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-05. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials.Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment.-
Specialized Experience: GS-6 You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-05 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Knowledge of a body of basic laws and regulations, law enforcement operations, practices, and techniques; experience may have been gained in work on a police force; through service as a military police officer; in work providing visitor protection and law enforcement in parks, forests, or other natural resource or recreational environments.
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Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: regularly pursuing and/or apprehending persons fleeing a crime scene or attempting to resist arrest; actually subduing individuals causing disturbances; arresting violators based on eyewitness accounts; performing control desk duties; taking charge of a crime or accident scene; and performing criminal investigative duties.
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Education: There is no substitution for experience
You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position:
Administrative Law, Arrest, Criminal Investigation, Personnel Security and Safety, and Search
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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.Preferred Experience: VA Law Enforcement experiencePhysical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.good near and distant vision, ability to distinguish basic colors, and ability to hear the conversational voice; on a regular and recurring basis, considerable, and strenuous physical exertion such as frequent climbing of multiple flights of stairs (30 minutes), running (30 minutes), lifting and carrying heavy objects over 45 pounds and over, crouching or crawling in restrictive areas during search or pursuit activities (30 minutes), or defending oneself or others against physical attack. Reaching above shoulders, use of fingers, both hands required, walking (2 hours), standing (2 hours), crawling (.5 hours), kneeling (1 hr.), repeated bending, both legs required, ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously, both eyes required, depth perception, hearing aid permitted for Body armor must be worn and duty equipment (firearm with extra ammunition, chemical weapon, handcuffs, expandable straight baton, radio, gloves, keys, etc.) must be regularly worn or carried. Ability to use and desirability of using firearms. The wearing of this equipment significantly amplifies the physical strain experienced by the employee during physical exertion or during periods of hot weather (8 -12 hours). The duties of these positions require moderate to arduous physical exertion and/or duties of a hazardous nature.
Work Environment: Outside and Inside settings in which there is regular and recurring exposure to excessive discomforts and unpleasantness, such as high levels of noise in industrial settings, high temperatures in confined spaces, and adverse hot and cold weather with dry atmospheric conditions during extended periods of traffic and patrol duties. The employee may be required to use protective clothing or gear such as masks, gowns, coats, boots, goggles, gloves, or shields. Involves moderate risk requiring exercise of safety precautions when working around hazardous materials such as toxic gases, explosives, infectious biological materials, dust, and others that pose a moderate risk of exposure. Slippery or uneven walking surfaces. Working around moving objects or vehicles. Involves moderate risk and discomfort when working outdoors without shelter or operating vehicles for extended periods of time over rough terrain. Working closely with others as well as alone. Protracted or irregular hours of work.ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR POLICE OFFICER POSITION:- Incumbent will be required to operate a police vehicle and must retain a valid, state issued driver's license
- Incumbent will be required to carry a firearm while performing duties and must maintain firearm proficiency
- New VA Police Officers are required to undergo and successfully complete eight (10) weeks of police academy training at the VA Law Enforcement Training Center
- The incumbent will undergo a character investigation for review of their employment and criminal history, if any, and may be disqualified for employment based on the information received. The character investigation is conducted during the pre-employment process. The purpose of such an investigation is to secure evidence of the candidate's honesty, integrity, general character, and loyalty to the U.S. Government
- A medical examination is required by all selected candidates. The duties of these positions require moderate to arduous physical exertion and/or duties of a hazardous nature
- All selected candidates and current employees must have the capacity to perform the essential functions of the position without risk to themselves or others. Reasonable accommodation shall also be considered in determining an applicant's ability to perform the duties of a position
Education
Lautenberg Amendment: This position authorizes the incumbent to carry a firearm. Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition (Title 18, U.S.C., Section 922(g)(91)). Candidates who have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence are not qualified for this position. Candidates under consideration will be required to certify whether they have ever been convicted of such an offense. False or fraudulent information provided by candidates is criminally punishable by fine or imprisonment (Title 18, U.S.C., Section 1001)
Additional information
The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be well-qualified, applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors if applicable, and must be proficient in most of the requirements of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website which can be found at https://www.opm.gov/.
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.If you are unable to apply online view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Applicants will be referred in alphabetical order.
Background checks and security clearance
Security clearance
Other
Drug test required
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Suitability/Fitness
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Required Documents
Required Documents
Documents Accepted:
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Cover Letter
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DD-214/ Statement of Service
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Disability Letter (Schedule A)
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Disability Letter (VA)
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Performance Appraisal
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Resume
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SF-15
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SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
Documents Required:
- Resume
Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.
Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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Benefits
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. Learn more about federal benefits.
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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.
Duties
Summary
The Veterans Affairs Police Officer performs law enforcement and security duties pursuant to Title 38. The Police Officer performs a full range of duties by following and executing rules, regulations, or procedures covering law and rules enforcement, physical and personal security operations, patrol duties, control desk duty, coordination with local courts and crime prevention activities.
Responsibilities
May include but are not limited to:
Work Schedule: Compressed/Flexible Schedule candidates must be willing to work weekends, irregular work hours and extended hours if determined by the needs of the service. Candidates must be willing to work weekends, irregular work hours and extended hours if determined by the needs of the service. Furthermore, candidates must be willing to be placed, detailed, or temporarily assigned to other related services and/or locations, if necessary.Compressed/Flexible: Maybe considered for a highly qualified candidateBU: This position is a part of the Bargaining unitTelework: Not authorizedVirtual: This is not a virtual positionPosition Description/PD#: Police Officer #10775ARelocation/Recruitment Incentives: May be authorizedRelocation Expenses (PCS): Not AuthorizedFinancial Disclosure Report: Not requiredDesignated Drug Testing Position: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received.This position is at the full performance level
Travel Required
Not required
Supervisory status
No
Promotion Potential
6
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