Police Officer

Job Title

Police Officer

Duties

The duties include but are not limited to:

• Protecting the civil rights of all individuals on VA controlled property;
• Preventing, detecting, and investigating crimes;
• Patrolling assigned areas on foot or by motor vehicle;
• Subduing persons causing disturbance or who threaten harm to themselves or others;
• Following rules/procedures concerning search and seizure of evidence and contraband;
• Obtaining search and arrest warrants;
• Arresting violators;
• Providing basic first aid and CPR prior to arrival of emergency medical personnel;
• Preparing reports of activities and events that occurred during shift;
• Performing traffic control; and
• Assisting citizens in emergency situations;
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level.

Designated Drug-Testing Position: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received.

Work Schedule: 0700-1700 Monday-Friday. Candidates must be willing to work weekends, irregular work hours, and extended hours if determined by the needs of the service. Furthermore, candidates must be willing to be placed, detailed, or temporarily assigned to other related services and/or locations, if necessary.

Recruitment Incentives: Authorized. Recruitment incentive offered at 25% of salary, following a 2-year commitment.

Position Description/PD#: Police Officer/ PD11497A