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Position Title
Police Officer
Agency
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Announcement Number
CBSY-10890595-20-TJR Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, August 31, 2020 to Friday, September 4, 2020
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Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
Preferences
1. Select the locations you want to be considered for. You must choose at least one location. (limit characters)
2. Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?

If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
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Assessment 1
Select the appropriate answer to each of the following questions based on your current level of education and/or experience that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of this position. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience and education are subject to verification by investigation. You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience or education as proof to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task. (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
1. Do you have a valid state motor vehicle driver's license with a safe driving record Required
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2. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Select the statement that best describes experience you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Police Officer work at the GS-06 level in the Federal service.
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - This section evaluates your knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of this position. For each task below, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
3. Perform policing functions such as arresting or detaining persons or seizing contraband, property, or assets
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4. Conduct searches or inspections of persons, baggage, vehicles, or other materials.
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5. Enforces protection of civil rights of individuals while on federally owned property in preservation of a peaceful environment.
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6. Enforces protection of civil rights of individuals while on federally owned property in preservation of a peaceful environment.
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7. Identify and apprehend offenders; advises persons of their constitutional rights and present competent professional testimony in court.
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8. Enforces protection of property on US Government and personal property on Medical Center grounds.
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9. Conduct surveillance of persons or places, such as buildings or cars
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10. Recognize individuals who are the subject of "wanted" or special attention notices, such as known criminals.
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11. Recognize individuals who are the subject of "wanted" or special attention notices, such as known criminals.
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12. Assist during a fire or other emergencies.
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13. Advises victims, witnesses and offenders on legal procedure and mediate disputes between people.
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14. Advises victims, witnesses and offenders on legal procedure and mediate disputes between people.
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15. Examine physical evidence related to criminal or civil investigation(s).
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16. Use a variety of equipment to record evidence and document criminal activity, such as cameras, recorders, transmitters or other such electronic devices and equipment.
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17. Use a variety of equipment to record evidence and document criminal activity, such as cameras, recorders, transmitters or other such electronic devices and equipment.
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18. Interview and question witnesses and suspects.
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19. Recovers and documents stolen property.
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20. Responds to calls for police assistance; determines whether incidents are criminal or civil in nature; search for persons, vehicles, and places.
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21. Patrol areas on foot or motor vehicle to familiarize themselves with all aspects of environment being protected.
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22. Evacuates personnel from dangerous areas; escorts persons prone to violence.
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23. Notifies appropriate outside jurisdictions when persons are present who have non-federal arrest warrants issued for them.
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24. Shall Perform body language identifications and conducts random anti-terrorism measures.
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25. Performs Telecommunication (Dispatcher) duties as required.
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Resume Reminder - Your resume must include the following information for each job listed: Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible) Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008) Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held.

Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail.

Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
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