Supervisory Police Officer (Sergeant)

Clarification from the agency

You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National. Foreign nationals or legal permanent residents are not eligible for consideration.

If selected for this position as a GS-0083-09 Supervisor Police Officer (Sergeant) your duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• The incumbent provides supervision and direction to assigned subordinate police officers within the Division of Police.
• Responsibility for investigation, apprehension, and detention of persons suspected of offenses against all applicable criminal laws of the United States. Provides leadership and supervision to police officers and lead police officers. Supervises and leads others in investigating complaints brought by a variety of persons.
• Responds to alarms and calls involving crimes in progress and provides command supervision and leadership to staff on the scene and others in questioning individuals to determine the extent of the emergency.
• Acts promptly, decisively, and judiciously to analyze facts and take corrective actions that may involve decisions to make arrests or issue citations. Executes search and arrest warrants.
• Manages crime scenes and accident scenes. Administers first aid to the injured as required.
• Executes all incident and criminal reports in the appropriate format.
• Assumes incident command and coordinates emergency response to critical incidents.
• Qualifies and maintains proficiency with assigned duty weapons.
• Performs a wide range of technical and administrative functions representing the senior management of the Division. Acts in place of the Lieutenant in their absence.
• Uses effective communication techniques to assist employees and the public.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• You must have reached your 21st birthday prior to an initial Federal Police Officer appointment.
• This position is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment Gun Control Act of 1968, as amended, which prohibits access to firearms by people convicted of crimes involving domestic violence or any felonious act.
• If selected for this position, you may be expected to pass the Physical Efficiency Battery (PEB) test as determined by the Chief of Police which consist of a Sit and Reach, Bench Press, and an Agility run may be required.
• If selected, you must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance as determined by the agency. Criminal history background checks are a requirement for this position.
• If selected, you must be able to work outdoors under all weather conditions.
• If selected, you must be able to lift and move heavy items weighing 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
• If selected, may be required to use protective clothing. The selectee will be required to wear a uniform.
• If selected, you must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle license or must be able to obtain a valid driver before a final offer of employment.
• If selected for this position, must have successfully complete and have passed a basic police training course at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC)] or at an equivalent federal, state or local law enforcement academy.
• Candidates who are active law enforcement officers, or retired law enforcement officers within three years of appointment date and in good standing with the prior agency, may have training waived at the discretion of the Chief of Police.
• Candidates must successfully complete the 6-to-10-week NIH Division of Police Field Training Program.
• If selected, you must obtain and maintain a Contracting Officer’s representative (COR) Level 1 within one year of your appointment date and Level II within two years of appointment date.
• If selected will be required to obtain and maintain a CPR and First Aid Certification.
• This position has on-call or call-back requirements, nights, rotational shifts, weekends, and holiday hours. Overtime on an emergency basis.
• This position may offer work schedule flexibilities: Alternative Work Schedules.
• Candidates must qualify with the authorized issued weapon once per quarter. A minimum qualifying score of 210 must be obtained at each qualification session.

Qualifications

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED:

• If selected, you must pass a pre-employment medical examination, provide evidence of immunization, and be free from communicable diseases, and pass periodic retests as required.
• If selected, you must successfully complete a pre-employment psychological evaluation, including any required psychological testing, and be determined psychologically suitable for appointment prior to their entry on duty (EOD) date. Employees must maintain the emotional and mental stability necessary to safely and effectively perform the essential duties of a Federal Law Enforcement Officer throughout their employment.
• When reasonable evidence indicates that an employee's psychological condition may affect their ability to perform the essential functions of the position or may impact the safety of the employee, coworkers, or the public, the employee may be required to undergo a psychological evaluation, including additional testing when appropriate, to determine continued fitness for duty.
• Applicants and employees must have the capacity to perform the essential functions of the position without risk to themselves or others. Applicants and employees must possess emotional and mental stability. A psychological examination is required. In most instances, a specific medical condition or impairment will not automatically disqualify an applicant or employee. A medical condition or impairment is disqualifying only if the condition, for good medical reason, precludes assignment to or warrants restriction from the duties of the specific position. For some positions, the loss or impairment of a specific function may be compensated for by the satisfactory use of a prosthesis or mechanical aid. Reasonable accommodation shall also be considered in determining an applicant's ability to perform the duties of a position."
• This is a Testing Designated Position. Incumbent must submit to and successfully pass a urinalysis drug screening prior to appointment. The Incumbent will also be subject to unannounced random drug testing for the duration of their time in this position.

You qualify at the GS-09 level, if you meet one of the following qualification requirements:

You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-08 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1) conducting investigations of criminal acts and other offenses; 2) responding to calls or alarms involving crimes in progress, threats, or suspicious activities; investigating, apprehending, and detaining persons suspected of criminal law offenses; 3) preparing incident and criminal reports, testimony, and evidence; 4) managing and supervising, a civilian police force.

You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.

Do not copy and paste the duties or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer.

Preview application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13054733

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents) and your score on the required assessments. This recruitment will use the following assessment(s): Accomplishment Record.

You will be assessed on the following competencies:

• Accountability
• Criminal Investigation
• Incident Management

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If you meet the minimum qualifications for this position, your application and assessment scores will be evaluated under Category Rating and selection procedures for placement in one of the following categories:

• Best Qualified - for those who are superior in the evaluation criteria
• Well Qualified - for those who excel in the evaluation criteria
• Qualified - for those who meet the minimum qualification requirements

The Category Rating Process does not add veterans' preference points but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Applicants determined to be Best Qualified will be referred for further consideration. Preference eligibles in the Best Qualified category are referred before all other applicants.

How You Will Be Evaluated
To be considered well qualified for the purposes of the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)and the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must be able to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position upon entry and substantively exceed the basic qualifications by scoring at least 80 points on assessment(s), and meet all eligibility, physical, medical, suitability, and all other requirements.

REQUIRED FOR ALL APPLICANTS

RESUME:
Your resume must clearly demonstrate, in two pages or less, how your skills and experiences align with the "Qualifications" section and support your questionnaire responses. While cover letters provided with your application will be shared with hiring officials, they will not be used for initial qualification determinations. We cannot assume required experience based on your work or academic history. If your resume exceeds two pages, only the first two will be reviewed.
Use a legible font such as Lato, Calibri, Helvetica, or Arial, with 0.5-inch margins. Suggested formatting: 14-point for titles and 10-point for body text.
You may use the USAJOBS Resume Builder or upload your own resume. If uploading, ensure it includes all required information and is organized so we can match the following to each position:

1. Job title
2. Employer name
3. Employment dates (MM/DD/YYYY)
4. Hours worked per week (full-time assumed; part-time prorated)
5. Detailed duties, accomplishments, skills, responsibilities, and supervisory details (if applicable)
6. Series and grade or equivalent (for federal positions)

If the position has an education requirement or you are qualifying on the basis of education, you must list your education history including the type of degree and your major of study. If the position requires a certain number of credit hours, you are strongly encouraged to list the relevant courses in your resume.

Do not include a photograph or video of yourself, or any sensitive information (age, date of birth, marital status, protected health information, religious affiliation, social security number, etc.) on your resume or cover letter. We will not access web pages linked on your resume or cover letter to determine your qualifications.

For resume writing guidance, please visit the following resources: NIH Help Applying, USAJOBS Resource Center, and the USAJOBS Resume Guidance.

ASSESSMENT(S):
You must complete any required assessment. Not providing the required information or participating in required assessments will result in a determination that you do not meet minimum requirements for the position (e.g., an ineligible rating).

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION FOR PREFERENCE OR ELIGIBILITY CLAIMS
To claim veterans' preference, career transition selection priority, Schedule A or military spouse eligibility, you must provide the documentation listed below AND respond accordingly to the associated question on the online questionnaire.

• Veterans' preference (DD-214, VA Disability Letter, etc.): Reference Standard Form 15 (SF-15) for required documentation for 10 point claims. Submission of SF-15 is not required, unless you are claiming derived preference (XP) as described in questions 7, 8, or 9 on the SF-15. In those cases, you must submit a completed SF-15 and the required documentation. For 5 point claims, you must submit your DD-214 (if separated) or any written documentation from the armed forces that certifies you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted with your application package.
• Visit our sites on Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) for more information and required documentation.
• Visit our site on the Appointment of Certain Military Spouses for more information and required documentation to verify eligibility.
• Schedule A Eligibility (Applicants with Disabilities) Applicants who are eligible to be considered under Schedule A must submit appropriate documentation to verify eligibility. Documentation must be obtained from a licensed medical professional (e.g., a physician or other medical professional certified by a state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory to practice medicine); a licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist (i.e., state or private); or any Federal agency, state agency, or agency of the District of Columbia or a U.S. territory that issues or provides disability benefits. The letter must be printed on a medical professional's letterhead. Veterans' preference takes precedence in these appointments.

The Schedule A and military spouse hiring authorities do not guarantee employment or give an individual preference in the hiring process.

If you do not provide the required information, we will assume you are not eligible, or you do not wish to be considered for any preference or eligibility.

Do not submit documentation that is not requested of you. To protect your personal information, we will only send your resume and cover letter to the selecting official or hiring manager.

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