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Police Officer (GS-0083-06/07)

Watervliet Arsenal
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CLOSES: 10/28/26

This job is a Federal Civilian position that does Not require military service, contract or enlistment. Who May Apply: US Citizens. Resumes received in response to this posting may be considered for other similar positions within the organization. Applicants are encouraged to also apply to future vacancies for which they meet the qualifications.

Duties

  • Responds to and investigates emergency calls, complaints and other calls for service.
  • Collects and preserves evidence, conducts short-term investigations on criminal cases and analyze facts to identify suspects and develops case information for use in pressing charges and bringing suspect to trial.
  • Performs required lifesaving first aid in the event of an emergency as the first responder to an incident until medical emergency personnel arrive.
  • Conducts traffic LE patrol using specialized equipment such as radar, Lidar and breathalyzer.
  • Conducts investigative stops, questions, detains, and issues traffic citations as required.
  • Performs protection duties to deter, detect, and deny unauthorized access at fixed installation, internal compound, and incident perimeter posts.
  • Operates the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) terminal in accordance with federal and state laws to transcribe data.

Qualifications

Specialized Experience at the GS-06 level: One year of specialized experience which includes 1) Maintaining order and protecting life; 2) Responding to citizens in emergency/non-emergency situations; and 3) Protecting property against such hazards as fire, theft, damage, accident, or trespass. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05).

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Specialized Experience at the GS-07 level: One year of specialized experience which includes (1) Preventing, detecting and/or investigating crimes; (2) Protect property against such hazards as fire, theft, damage, accident, or trespass; (3) Perform access control and patrol duties to detect and prevent theft, damage, accident, trespass, sabotage and espionage and to enforce the security regulations of the installation; and (4) Maintains records and prepare reports. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06).
In addition to the qualification above, to qualify for/progress to the GS-7 level you will need the following certifications: Successful completion of the US Army Civilian Police Academy and Field Officer Training Program. NOTE: All certifications must be submitted with application.

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

This position is designated "Mission Essential." In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations (natural or man-made disaster) the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.

In accordance with AR 690-11, this position has been designated as "Emergency-Essential". Emergency-Essential designation takes precedence over any transportation agreement or military recall status. In the event of a crisis situation or wartime, the incumbent must continue to perform the duties and requirements of the position to ensure the success of combat operations or to support combat essential systems subsequent to mobilization or an evacuation order.

Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
  • This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
  • Pre-employment physical agility test and annual physical agility test thereafter.
  • Incumbent will be subject to the requirements of the Individual Reliability Program (IRP).
  • Required to qualify with assigned weapons and to familiarize with special weapons commensurate with the duties assigned.
  • Due to the nature of this position, employees may be required to work both planned and unscheduled overtime.
  • Incumbent must work rotating shifts and other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays and overtime.
  • Subject to the Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. Candidates with convictions of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence are not eligible for this position.
  • Requires the incumbent to wear a police officer uniform and to use protective clothing or gear.
  • Requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain a valid New York State driver's license.
  • Requires the incumbent to be subject to less than lethal weapons (pepper spray certification).
  • Academy and complete the Field Training Officer (FTO) within one year of hire, depending on course availability and/or funding.
  • Must complete initial and annual Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification and first aid within one year of hire depending on course availability and/or funding.
  • Must be able to lift, move, and carry persons.
  • Information may be requested regarding the vaccination status of selectees for the purposes of implementing workplace safety protocols. For more information, visit https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/.
  • The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs may be warranted.
  • This position may be subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.

For additional information about the position, please refer to the USAJobs posting: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/888461100  Resumes are accepted on both USAJobs and Handshake. 

*+* 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. https://usajobshelp.opm.gov/hc/en-us/articles/52684371945747-Benefits 

Your resume:

  • Your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration.
  • For each relevant work experience, make sure you include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (include month and year), for qualifications purposes, the number of hours worked per week, and a brief description that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement. If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position.
  • Use plain language. Avoid using acronyms and terms that are not easily understood. The hiring agency will not make assumptions about what's in your resume.
  • If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations, and you may not be considered for this vacancy.