Police Officer (Military Working Dog Handler)

U.S. Marine Corps • San Diego, CA

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About The Position

This is a public notice flyer announcing anticipated vacancies; applications are not accepted through the flyer, and there may or may not be vacancies filled from it. Interested applicants must follow the flyer’s “How to Apply” directions to be considered. The role serves as a Military Working Dog (MWD) Handler and law enforcement officer enforcing federal and state criminal laws and protecting people and property. The officer uses MWDs in investigations involving narcotics, explosives, patrol duties, and apprehension of suspected violators. Duties also include planning MWD enforcement activities, conducting searches, maintaining the dog’s daily care and training, and pursuing and detaining people fleeing crime scenes or resisting apprehension.

The position requires shift work, availability for 24-hour recall, and may require overtime. It is a mission-essential position. The officer must complete required police and working-dog training, maintain applicable certifications and firearm proficiency, meet medical and physical standards, wear a uniform and required protective equipment, and may travel to CONUS or OCONUS locations, including remote or isolated sites. The position is excluded from federal law enforcement officer coverage for purposes of the Federal Employees Retirement System base annuity.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in direct deposit; males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must submit DD Form 2760 concerning qualification to possess firearms or ammunition and may not have a disqualifying domestic-violence conviction.
• Must successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination and meet DoD and NMCPHC police-officer medical standards.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license and be able to obtain and maintain U.S. Government emergency-vehicle operator and explosives-driver licenses.
• Must successfully pass pre-employment drug testing, including marijuana testing, and undergo random and sustainment testing.
• Must meet program height and weight appearance standards and pass a sanctioned agility test and periodic retests.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Must wear a uniform and maintain appearance and grooming standards; must carry firearms, meet firearm qualifications, and maintain proficiency.
• Must be able to use police equipment and certify in radar and alcohol detection equipment, field sobriety tests, expandable or collapsible baton, and other required law-enforcement certifications.
• Must complete the first available Working Dog Course at Lackland AFB, Texas, and maintain working-dog certification.
• Must have a spleen.
• Must complete a designated USMC Police Officer Course of Instruction and required certifications, including weapons, CPR, AED, DoD, and joint training requirements.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment, including mask, suit, boots, gloves, helmets, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators, and safety shoes, as applicable.
• For law-enforcement operations in navigable waters, must attend the Inland Boat Operator Training Program at FLETC or a similar course.
• Must be eligible to meet standards for transporting explosive materials, including passing an explosive-material physical, completing annual explosive/hazardous-material training, and obtaining and maintaining an applicable commercial hazardous-material license.
• May be required to travel from the normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS locations, including remote or isolated sites, and must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
• Must complete training and obtain and maintain a government travel charge card.
• GS-08 qualification: At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS-07, including preparing or conducting MWD handling demonstrations; ensuring MWD training for patrol, narcotics, and explosives functions; conducting searches; and performing MWD obedience and controlled-aggression work in congested areas.
• GS-07 qualification: At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS-06, including armed law-enforcement work; knowledge of use-of-force and detention guidelines and authorities; patrol, fixed-post, escort, and installation access-control experience; experience with police equipment and weapons; knowledge of federal and state vehicle and crime information systems; and strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Enforce federal and state criminal laws and protect persons and property.
• Conduct investigations using Military Working Dogs to search for narcotics and explosives and apprehend suspected violators.
• Perform on- and off-leash obedience and controlled-aggression work with MWDs in congested areas.
• Handle an MWD trained in narcotics detection, explosive detection, and patrol duties, observing legal requirements related to search, seizure, and evidence preservation.
• Plan special enforcement activities involving MWDs and ensure the safety of dogs and personnel involved in operations.
• Search vehicles, vessels, aircraft, buildings, warehouses, luggage, and open areas.
• Feed and groom assigned MWDs daily.
• Pursue and detain people fleeing crime scenes or resisting apprehension.
• Maintain working-dog certification and firearm proficiency and complete required law-enforcement training and certifications.
• Ensure continuity of operations or completion of mission-essential tasks when required.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available to eligible employees and their families; specific eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

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