Supervisory Police Officer (K-9)

Pentagon Force Protection Agency • Arlington, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The position is located in the PFPA. As a Police Officer, the primary responsibilities are for force protection, security, and law enforcement in the NCR for the people, facilities, infrastructure, and other resources at the Pentagon Reservation and for DoW activities and DoW occupied facilities not under the jurisdiction of a Military Department. Duties Incumbent typical work assignments may include the following: The employee is responsible for protecting life and property, preventing, detecting and investigating criminal acts, and enforcing traffic regulations throughout a large complex of the Pentagon Reservation, DoD leased buildings, parks, and national memorials in the NCR. Conducts preliminary investigations of surveillance and suspicious persons on and around the Pentagon Reservation. Operates official government vehicles, including sedans, sport utility vehicles, and vans in various weather conditions. The incumbent is responsible for coordinating the storage of evidence and the releasing of evidence that may be needed in the criminal process. In addition to serving as a Police Officer, the incumbent also serves as a dog handler for the EDD, one of the most effective countermeasures to the increasing use of explosives by terrorist and criminals.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment
• Required to participate in the direct deposit program
• This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing
• This position is subject to the DoD Priority Placement Program
• The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance
• A Special Background Investigation (SBI) is required with favorable adjudication by a determining authority
• The incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license from the jurisdiction where he or she resides
• Employee must meet requirements of "Lautenberg Agreement" which outline rules regarding carrying of firearms
• The incumbent must qualify bi-annually with assigned weapon(s)
• This position is subject to recall 24/7 and the employee is required to work shifts; days off vary
• The incumbent of this position must be in constant state of physical readiness and must be capable of demonstrating maximum physical exertion without warning
• The employee must take and pass annual medical and physical fitness examinations
• Must carry and qualify with PFPA designated weapons twice a year
• Must wear PPE
• Must pass all designated PFPA certification programs
• Good near and distant vision, ability to distinguish basic colors, emotional and mental stability, and the ability to hear the conversational voice
• Present a professional and competent image, with a clean, neatly pressed uniform or attire
• Retention in this position is contingent upon the successful completion and passing of all agency-trained requirements
• The canine must reside with the officer and the home must have a fence not lower than four (4) feet with a lockable gate
• Retention in this position requires passing the agencies Basic Explosive Dog Handlers Course
• One year of specialized experience in the same or similar work equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (AD-7) requiring application of the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the positions being filled
• Candidates must clearly demonstrate in their resume that they possess specialized experience in 1) obtaining evidence and deterring criminal activity; 2) providing armed security protection for high-level officials; 3) planning, administering, and supervising law enforcement operations
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution
• Must sign a mobility agreement as a condition of employment

Nice To Haves

• The home must have a fence not lower than four (4) feet with a lockable gate

Responsibilities

• Protecting life and property
• Preventing, detecting and investigating criminal acts
• Enforcing traffic regulations throughout a large complex of the Pentagon Reservation, DoD leased buildings, parks, and national memorials in the NCR
• Conducts preliminary investigations of surveillance and suspicious persons on and around the Pentagon Reservation
• Operates official government vehicles, including sedans, sport utility vehicles, and vans in various weather conditions
• Coordinating the storage of evidence and the releasing of evidence that may be needed in the criminal process
• Serving as a dog handler for the EDD

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
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent

What This Job Offers

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