Police Officer (Corporal)

Bureau of Engraving and Printing • Washington, DC

14h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, within the Police Operations Division at DCF in Washington, DC. The Police Officer (Corporal) enforces Federal, State, and local laws relating to the protection of human life, including the preservation of individuals’ civil rights, and protects people and property at Bureau buildings and grounds. The officer has authority under applicable Federal statutes and regulations, including the Assimilative Crimes Act and Title 40 U.S.C. § 1315.

The officer prevents, detects, and investigates violations of laws, rules, and regulations, including accidents, misconduct, and crimes ranging from misdemeanors to felonies. Duties include making arrests, assisting in criminal prosecutions, providing emergency assistance to employees and the public, conducting investigations and surveillance, and gathering, analyzing, and protecting evidence to develop cases and identify potential suspects.

The position requires carrying and using a firearm, maintaining firearm proficiency, completing or having completed the Mixed Basic/Uniformed Police Training Program at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, and passing a pre-employment physical examination. It also requires a background investigation and other suitability and onboarding requirements. A recruitment incentive may be authorized, subject to agency approval and eligibility requirements. This is a bargaining-unit position. BEP typically shuts down between Christmas and New Year’s Day, and employees must take leave for workdays during that period.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• For TR-8, one year of specialized experience at a level equivalent to TR-7/GS-6 in Federal service, involving knowledge of laws and regulations, law enforcement operations, practices and techniques, investigating and resolving incidents, and responsibility for maintaining order and protecting life and property.
• For TR-8, must have 52 weeks at the TR-07/GS-06 level, if the time-in-grade requirement applies.
• Must be able to lawfully possess a firearm; a disqualifying misdemeanor domestic-violence conviction makes the applicant ineligible unless pardoned, expunged, or set aside.
• Must complete or have previously completed the Mixed Basic/Uniformed Police Training Program course(s) at FLETC in Glynco, Georgia.
• Must maintain firearm proficiency.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical examination and wear required safety clothing and equipment.
• Must undergo a pre-appointment drug test and random drug testing while occupying the position.
• Must undergo a background investigation and favorable suitability adjudication, and enroll in Continuous Vetting and the FBI Rap Back service.
• Must complete a Declaration for Federal Employment when requested and undergo a tax compliance review.
• Must use direct deposit/electronic funds transfer for salary payments.
• Must complete the Personal Identity Verification process and provide two forms of identification from Form I-9.
• Must obtain and use a government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify Selective Service registration or exemption.
• Newly appointed employees are subject to a probationary or trial period and must receive an affirmative determination for continued employment.

Responsibilities

• Enforce Federal, State, and local laws and applicable rules and regulations at Bureau of Engraving and Printing buildings and grounds.
• Protect people and property, prevent breaches of the peace, and suppress affrays or unlawful assemblies.
• Prevent, detect, and investigate violations involving accidents, misconduct, and misdemeanor or felony crimes.
• Arrest violators and assist in the prosecution of criminals.
• Provide assistance to employees and the public in emergencies.
• Conduct crime investigations and maintain surveillance over the facility.
• Conduct and complete investigations not referred to investigators.
• Collect and analyze evidence using investigative procedures, including forensic analysis, fingerprint dusting, developing and following leads, photography, research, evidence collection and protection, surveillance, and witness interviews and statements.
• Gather and analyze facts and evidence, develop case information, and identify potential suspects for possible prosecution.
• Carry and use a firearm and maintain firearm proficiency.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package for eligible employees and their families.
• A recruitment incentive may be authorized, subject to agency approval and eligibility requirements.

What This Job Offers

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