POLICE OFFICER (FIELD TRAINING OFFICER)

Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

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Duties

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• You will instruct new police officers on their tasks and techniques, provides written instructions, reference materials and supplies to assist in instructions given.
• You will provide training to new police officers in accordance with the Field Training Officer (FTO) Field Training Program. You will monitor activities in the field and provide guidance, assistance and instruction to new police officers.
• You will make recommendations on performance/behavior issues concerning new police officers. You will provide technical advice and guidance to new police officers on the enforcement of laws, rules and regulations.
• You will perform investigative work, utilizing investigative procedures, techniques and methods to detect, investigate and resolve crimes and incidents.
• You will perform research, interview suspects, victims and witnesses and execute investigative techniques to resolve criminal activities, and apprehend/detain suspects.
• You will gather and analyze facts, take statements; perform traffic law enforcement; perform law enforcement duties at fixed posts such as entry and exit gates throughout the installation
• You will possess apprehension/detention authority on a military installation and is required to carry a firearm in the performance of duties.
• You will ensure new police officers perform work according to guidelines/SOP's.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Position requires the employee to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. Employees are subjected to a pre-employment background check and ongoing background checks to affirm employability as a Police Officer.
• This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. This position is subject to shift work and a 24-hour recall.
• This position requires rotating shift work.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver license and be able to maintain a U.S. Government emergency vehicle operator's license.
• This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision
• Must pass a sanctioned physical agility test and medical evaluation and pass periodic retests as required.
• Must be able to use all police equipment, certify in the use of radar detection and alcohol detection equipment, field sobriety tests, expandable/collapsible baton and obtain certifications to accomplish the duties of a law enforcement officer.
• Must pass all weapons qualifications prior to assigned duties and responsibilities and pass al re-qualifications as required. Must carry firearms.
• You must complete the MCPA FTO Course (Train-the-Trainer) or USMC approved equivalent course prior to conducting FTO assignments.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
• You will be required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing.
• Must meet medical standards for Police Officers in DoD 6055.05M and NMCPHC-TM-OM 6260.

Qualifications

GS-08: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: providing training and instruction of law enforcement equipment usage and application techniques, and law enforcement procedures while performing law enforcement duties; responding to emergency calls, complaints and other calls for service during the watch; enforcing traffic laws and issuing traffic citations; subduing and disarming those who are doing violence to other persons; administering first aid; gathering and analyzing facts; seizing and protecting evidence; taking witness statements; advising violators rights; conducting investigative stops; conducting preliminary investigations.

GS-07: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-06 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: providing knowledge of a body of basic laws and regulations, law enforcement operations, practices, and techniques and involved the responsibility for maintaining order and protecting life and property. Instructing new police officers in their specific tasks, providing written instructions, reference materials and supplies to assist in the instructions given; monitoring their progress and making recommendations; providing advice and guidance on the enforcement of laws, rules and regulations.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Conditions of Emoloyment Continued:

Must successfully complete a designated USMC Police Officers Course of Instruction and meet all certification requirements, to include weapons certifications, CPR, AED, DoD and Joint Training Regulations, etc. Training may be conducted at a regional training facility.

Must maintain program height and weight appearance standards.

May be required to respond to off base circumstances as directed by the installation commander, in accordance with USMC and DoD policy.

As first responders to chemical/biological attacks must be able to train and wear personal protective equipment to include a mask, suit, boots and gloves.

If incumbent is conducting law enforcement operations in navigable waters, incumbent must attend the Inland Boat Operating Training Program at FLETC or a similar course.

This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. You will be required to sign a DD-Form-2760, Qualification to possess firearms or ammunition.

This announcement uses the Certain Personnel of the DoD direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees.

A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized

Vacancies filled from this announcement may be filled at any grade level listed.

If selected below the full performance level, you may be noncompetitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements, and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed.

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Several vacancies may be filled.

Employee is required to wear an assigned uniform and display official designated items or accessories to include additional required equipment.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at:

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

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.

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