Police Officer

U.S. Mint • West Point, NY

19d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is with the United States Mint, Protection Department, West Point Police. The Police Officer safeguards Mint assets and artifacts, including precious metal reserves; protects employees, visitors, equipment, facilities, and other resources; provides security advice and counsel; and enforces Federal, State, and local laws. At the TR-8 level, the officer protects dies, monetary and bullion assets during production, processing, storage, transportation, or other use, and protects people and property from theft, assault, sabotage, workplace violence, criminal activity, terrorism, and other hazards. Officers enforce laws while preserving individual rights, manage access and traffic, respond to incidents, and maintain records and reports. The facility operates around the clock on a three-shift basis, and officers must be available for rotational assignment to all three shifts. The position is emergency essential and may involve brief deployments during contingency events. Officers must carry and use a firearm, maintain firearm proficiency, wear required safety equipment, and meet physical, medical, psychological, background, and training requirements.

Requirements

• Be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.
• For the TR-7/GS-6 level, have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at a level equivalent to TR-6/GS-5 in Federal service. Specialized experience must involve applying Federal, State, or local laws and law-enforcement operations, practices, and techniques, with responsibility for maintaining order and protecting life and property.
• For the TR-7/GS-6 level, meet the applicable time-in-grade requirement of 52 weeks at TR-6/GS-5.
• Complete or have previously completed training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) in Glynco, Georgia.
• Successfully complete a background investigation and meet Federal employment suitability requirements.
• Submit to pre-employment and random drug testing; pass a pre-employment physical examination and psychological evaluation where applicable.
• Be available to work all three shifts on a rotational basis.
• Carry and use a firearm and maintain firearm proficiency; individuals disqualified under the Lautenberg Amendment cannot occupy the position.
• Possess a valid state motor vehicle operator’s license upon appointment or within 90 days of appointment, as applicable, and maintain it while in the position.
• Meet the stated physical requirements, including wearing required clothing and gear weighing no more than 30 pounds total and performing the listed activities during an 8-hour shift.
• Meet the stated vision, hearing, color distinction, depth perception, peripheral vision, accommodation, respiratory, cardiovascular, and other medical standards.
• Comply with applicable uniform and body-art restrictions.
• Complete required Federal onboarding, identity verification, payroll direct deposit, and other employment documentation; male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must certify Selective Service registration or exemption.
• Be prepared to deploy as required in support of contingencies under severe and austere conditions.

Responsibilities

• Protect dies, monetary assets, and bullion in the custody or control of the United States Mint during production, processing, storage, transportation, or other use.
• Protect Mint property against theft, assault, and sabotage.
• Protect Mint employees and visitors from physical harm or injury, workplace violence, criminal activity, terrorism, and other threats or hazards.
• Enforce Federal, State, and local laws relating to protection of human life while preserving individuals’ rights.
• Control entry and exit and regulate pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
• Prevent accidents, congestion, and parking problems; issue warnings and citations as appropriate; and make arrests when necessary.
• Maintain records and prepare reports covering activities and events during a shift.
• Deploy for brief periods during contingency events when required.
• Carry and use a firearm and maintain firearm proficiency.

Benefits

• Eleven paid holidays.
• 13 days of sick leave.
• 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year.
• Access to insurance programs that may be continued after retirement.
• A choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods; the government pays up to 75% of health insurance premiums.
• A retirement program with employer-matching contributions.
• Opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses, and incentive awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed