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Position Title
POLICE OFFICER (OPERATOR)
Agency
Pentagon Force Protection Agency
Announcement Number
DE-12549055-24-TM Opens in new window
Open Period
Monday, October 7, 2024 to Monday, October 6, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2.
  • Are you a current or former political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee? Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
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    • Position title;
    • Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
    • Agency; and,
    • Beginning and ending dates of appointment.
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3. You are eligible for this hiring category if you are a spouse of a member of the Armed Forces serving on active duty who has permanent change of station (PCS) orders (not for training).
  • Limited to the geographic area as specified in the PCS orders. This includes the surrounding area which people reasonably can be expected to travel daily to and from work.
  • Must relocate with the service member to be eligible.
  • Must be currently located in the commuting area to be authorized preference.
Supporting documentation: You are required to submit acceptable documentation of your eligibility for Military Spouse Preference which includes:

Documents required to be submitted with Application for Military Spouse Preference Eligible:
(NOTE: DoD agencies may require additional documentation. Please refer to the announcement to ensure that all required documentation is submitted with your application. It is highly recommended that you save all these documents to your USAJOBS account in order to facilitate applying to multiple positions.)

Military Spouses with prior Federal work experience:
  • Narrative resume
  • PCS orders
  • Marriage certificate or license
  • SF-50s, if applicable (e.g., LWOP, highest grade held, overseas appointments, etc.)
  • Documentation of performance rating of record (dated within the last 12 months), if applicable
  • Signed self-certification checklist
  • Veteran's preference documentation (e.g., DD-214, VA letter, Statement of Service), if applicable
  • Transcripts, if applicable
Military Spouses without prior Federal work experience:
  • Narrative resume
  • PCS orders
  • Marriage certificate or license
  • Signed self-certification checklist
  • Veterans' preference documentation (e.g. DD 214, VA letter, Statement of Service), if applicable
  • Transcripts, if applicable
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Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for applying to the Police Officer (Operator ) position, AD-0083-06 and AD-0083-07, with the Pentagon Force Protection Agency. (limit characters)
1. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AD-07:

To qualify for a Police Officer AD-0083-07 your qualifications must include specialized experience. Please review the requirements below:
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2. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AD-06:

To qualify for a Police Officer AD-0083-06 your qualifications must include specialized experience. Please review the requirements below:
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This position has Conditions of Employment that must be obtained prior to your start date and maintained for the duration of this employment. (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
3. This position requires you to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance. Are you willing to meet the security clearance requirements?
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4. This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the civilian drug-testing program. As a mandatory requirement for employment in this TDP, the incumbent is to (a) refrain from the use of illegal drugs and (b) if required, submit to urinalysis testing. The selectee must sign statements acknowledging the position is identified as a TDP. Are you willing to meet the drug testing requirements?
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5. This position requires that the incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license from the jurisdiction where he or she resides. Are you willing to meet this Condition of Employment?
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6. Employee must meet requirements of "Lautenberg Agreement" which outline rules regarding carrying of firearms. Are you willing to meet this Condition of Employment?
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7. This position requires that the incumbent must qualify bi-annually with assigned weapon(s). Are you willing to meet this Condition of Employment?
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8. This position is designated as MISSION ESSENTIAL. Mission Essential employees are expected to report for, or remain at, work in dismissal or closure situations due to adverse weather conditions, natural disasters, or other emergency situations (e.g., building closure due to power outage) causing disruptions of government operations, unless otherwise directed by their supervisor. Are you willing to meet this Condition of Employment?
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9. This position is subject to recall 24/7 and the employee is required to work shifts; days off vary. Are you willing to meet this Condition of Employment?
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10. The incumbent of this position must be in a constant state of physical readiness and must be capable of demonstrating maximum physical exertion without warning. Any hesitancy, reluctance, or inability to fully engage in a critical situation that requires full unrestricted physical capabilities could have tragic, if not fatal, consequences. Are you willing to meet this Condition of Employment?
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11. This position requires the incumbent to take and pass an annual medical examination. Are you willing to meet this Condition of Employment?
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12. This position requires the incumbent to meet the following medical requirements: good near and distant vision, ability to distinguish basic colors, emotional and mental stability, and the ability to hear the conversational voice. In addition, the position requires common physical characteristics and abilities in agility, dexterity, and strength to endure regular and recurring physical exertion such as long periods of standing, walking, driving, bending, stooping, carrying, or dragging unconscious victims up or down multiple flights of stairs, moving heavy or unwieldy objects over 50 pounds, running, climbing, crouching, crawling and kneeling during pursuit possibly in restricted, dark and hot or cold spaces, or defending oneself or others against physical attacks, possible exposure to explosives, chemicals, or other weapons of mass destruction. Are you willing to meet this Condition of Employment?
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13. As a police officer representing PFPA, it is essential that the employee present a professional and competent image, with a clean, neatly pressed uniform or attire. Safety and effective performance requires a well-groomed and tidy appearance, proper decorum and appropriate responses.

Are you willing to meet this condition of employment?
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14. This position requires that the incumbent must have passed a 120- hours of a Basic SWAT Operators Course or equivalent SWAT/Tactical Operators Course. The hiring manager will determine if equivalent tactical training is related to Special Weapons and Tactics. Do you meet this Condition of Employment? (limit characters)
15. The incumbent must pass the PPD/ERT Bi-Annual Tactical Physical Fitness Test.  Are you willing to meet this Condition of Employment? Are you willing to meet this Condition of Employment? (limit characters)
16. Police Officers assigned to 'Special Units" may be eligible for an additional 6% supplement (Special Unit Pay) upon successful completion of required training. Are you willing to meet this condition of employment? (limit characters)
17. Retention in this position is contingent upon the successful completion and passing of all agency-trained requirements. This includes "Introduction to Field Training Programs" and any other FTO training requirements. Are you willing to meet this condition of employment? (limit characters)
18. This position is authorized for the Domicile-to-Duty Transportation Program. Domicile-to-duty mileage is limited to operators living within 50 driving miles, one way, of their duty location. Are you willing to meet this condition of employment? (limit characters)
19. Retention in this position is contingent upon the successful completion and passing of all agency training requirements, meeting medical standards and performing duties required by the Emergency Response Team (ERT) Special Unit. Upon movement out of a Special Unit position to a Non-Special Unit position, the employee is no longer authorized the additional 6% supplement (Special Unit Pay). Are you willing to meet this Condition of Employment?
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20. This position is identified as a covered position under the Pentagon Force Protection Agency (PFPA) Civilian Mobility Program, Regulation 1400.24, effective September 28, 2015. This position requires that the candidate must sign a mobility agreement as a condition of employment. PFPA may relocate covered positions and covered employees in permanent changes of duty station between PFPA duty locations in the National Capital Region; Raven Rock Mountain Complex (Adams County, Pennsylvania); Glynco, Georgia; Harrisburg, Pennsylvania or Baltimore, Maryland and potentially other locations to improve mission effectiveness or enhance individual career progression

Are you willing to meet this condition of employment?
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In this part you will respond to questions about your experience as it relates to the position for which you are applying. Carefully review the level descriptions (A to E) listed below. For each task question, choose the level description that best describes your experience and/or training. Your responses must be fully supported within the text of your resume. Failure to properly identify your experience may result in the lowering of your overall score and/or your disqualification for this position. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
21. Enforces Federal State and Local laws as it pertains to protection and criminal policies and procedures.
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22. Employs appropriate levels of force to arrest or detain a suspect.
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23. Uses automated systems to process criminal suspects while adhering to regulatory policies and procedures.
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24. Restricts entry to unauthorized personnel and vehicles to ensure compliance with agency regulations, and federal/state laws.
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25. Operates entry control point and equipment to prevent unauthorized personnel from gaining access to controlled installations.
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26. Identifies unauthorized or fraudulent permits and identification to ensure individuals requesting access have the proper identification credentials before entering.
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27. Prevents removal of classified documents by unauthorized personnel in order to protect National Security.
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28. Responds to calls for service where the rapid control of an incident is critical to effectively mitigate criminal activity and threats.
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29. Arrests and Detains suspects in accordance with federal, state and local laws and codes.
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30. Utilizes and Follows Federal State and Local Laws to serve and protect employees and federally owned and leased facilities.
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31. Maintains Evidentiary Chain of Custody for processing of criminal charges.
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32. Manages information in regards to the prosecution of a crime or violation to determine warranted action.
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33. Conducts preliminary investigations to gather evidence and discovery data.
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34. Uses agency procedures to process crime scenes and collect evidence.
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35. Testifies in court cases to serve as a witness on behalf of the government as required.
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36. Responds to suspicious activities to eliminate any Active Threats.
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37. Uses the Incident Command System when responding to critical incidents.
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38. Maintains order and facilitates evacuations in a safe and efficient manner.
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39. Conducts vehicle inspections to verify that all required equipment is accounted for and functional.
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40. Uses emergency equipment (strobes/sirens) for rapid response as required.
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41. Operates vehicles in hazardous and stressful conditions to respond to emergency situations.
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
42. INTEGRITY CERTIFICATION

Your ratings in this questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents you submitted. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this warning; 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy; and 3) have verified that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability as reflected in your resume. Do you certify the accuracy of your responses?
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