Police Sergeant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-07 in the Federal service, including conducting law enforcement patrols to identify violations of federal, state, or military regulations; preparing accurate incident reports; responding to emergency calls to provide immediate support or de-escalation; and guiding junior officers in patrol procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Applicants who held a General Schedule position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-07).
• Must obtain and maintain a T3 Secret Security Clearance.
• Must have graduated from the United States Army Civilian Police Academy or graduate within one year of hire, unless an approved waiver or exemption applies.
• Must pass required law enforcement training, certification, and qualifications, including Telecommunicator 1 and 2, dispatch training, weapons qualifications, first aid/CPR, and National Incident Management System training.
• Must pass pre-employment and recurring medical/psychiatric evaluations and a Physical Agility Test within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter.
• Must comply with and maintain Individual Reliability Program requirements and mandatory drug testing requirements.
• Must possess a valid state driver's license and be able to obtain and maintain a government motor vehicle operator's license.
• Must meet applicable eligibility requirements, including proof of U.S. citizenship. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Must complete a one-year trial period.
• Must be able to work irregular and rotating shifts, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays; work overtime as directed; and be subject to emergency overtime recall.
• Official temporary duty up to 10% of the time may be required.
• Must meet the Lautenberg Amendment restriction: persons convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence are ineligible.
• Must meet the requirements for the position using experience alone; education cannot substitute for experience.

Responsibilities

• Review incident reports for accuracy and compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate emergency responses with internal and external agencies to maintain public safety.
• Monitor communication systems to provide real-time support to patrol units.
• Train new officers on law enforcement procedures to enhance team performance.
• Direct police operations to ensure timely response to emergencies across the installation.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility depends on position type.