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Summary
Division of Police ensures the safety and security of employees, visitors, patients, and contractors, as well as the protection of NIH's research and knowledge assets through administering, enforcing, and coordinating a comprehensive full-service security, police protection, and law enforcement program for the health care, research, administration, and support facilities and personnel at the NIH campus and off-campus facilities.
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Duties
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If selected for this position as a GS-0083-12, Supervisory Police Officer (Captain) your duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provides leadership, direction, and staff supervision to all the components of their functional unit and is the first line supervisor for all Lieutenants assigned to their functional areas.
• Supervises law enforcement, security, and protection functions, in accordance with prescribed laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Supervises, manages, and controls subordinates in the maintenance of law and order, in the detection and prevention of crime.
• Perform and directly supervise investigations using all the available resources.
• Uses knowledge of police procedures, methods, and rules of evidence, to initiate, conduct, and supervise thorough investigations of criminal acts, interview victims, suspects, and witnesses.
• Investigates, apprehends, arrests, and detains persons charged with violation of laws and statutes.
• Prepares and supervises the implementation of investigation plans for cases involving the violation of law. Independently performs complete investigations of a variety of crimes, less serious offenses, and some administrative violations.
• Aids the Branch Chief in preparing pertinent information for the Division's budget submission, especially as it pertains to guard force and the patrol functions.
• May assume command of a Branch in the absence of a Branch Chief and provides field supervision to all Branch personnel to ascertain those policies, procedures, rules, and regulations are properly conducted.
• Responds to the scene of major events, and when appropriate, assume command of all police personnel, relinquishing command to the Branch Chief or higher authority when ordered to do so.
• Assists Branch Chiefs in developing and implementing plans and procedures to control emergencies such as civil disturbances and demonstrations.
• In the absence of higher authority, the incumbent is responsible for the direction and guidance of an emergency plan to protect the safety of persons and property under NIH control.
• Prepares both oral and written reports to and for higher command authority. Writes memoranda, letters, and other communications for the signature of higher authorities. Writes policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines, including written directives as instructed.
• Performs other duties, as may be required in the furtherance of the protection of life and property, access control; and the maintaining of peace on the NIH campus.

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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 the pre-appointment process (i.e., background investigation, verification of qualifications and job requirements, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, etc.)
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Applicants must meet all qualifications requirements within thirty (30) calendar days of the closing date of this announcement, including time in grade.
• If selected, you must pass a pre-employment medical examination, psychological examination, provide evidence of immunization, and be free from communicable diseases.
• This position has on-call or call-back requirements and nights, rotational shifts, weekends, and holidays hours. Overtime on an emergency basis.
• 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, you must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Security Clearance.
• If selected, may be required to use protective clothing. The selectee will be required to wear a uniform.
• Criminal history background checks are a requirement for this position.
• 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.
• You must have reached your 21st birthday prior to an initial Federal Police Officer appointment.
• If selected for this position, you will be expected to completed or have passed the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC), or equivalent basic police training academy at the time of initial appointment.
• If selected will be required to obtain and maintain a CPR and First Aid Certification.
• If selected, you must be able to lift and move heavy items weighing 50 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• If selected, you must be able to work outdoors under all weather conditions.
• This is a Testing Designated Position.
• Incumbent must submit to and successfully pass an 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.
• If not already obtained, the applicant must successfully complete Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) Levels I and II within one year of the appointment date.
• Candidates must pass the Physical Efficiency Battery (PEB) test as determine by the Chief of Police which consist of a Sit and Reach, Bench Press, and an Agility run.

Qualifications
You qualify at the GS-12 level, if you meet the following qualification requirement:
You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks:
1) managing a police force in providing protection, law enforcement, and crime prevention programs
2) managing police investigations
3) working with Federal, state, or local law enforcement agencies concerning investigations involving incidents of mutual interest
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, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.
To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. 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 assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12971391
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information

• This position is designated as an "emergency essential" position and the selected candidate will be considered an "emergency essential" employee and will be required to be available, ready, willing, and able to report for duty under all circumstances (e.g., inclement weather, government closings and holidays, lapses in appropriations, non-emergency and emergency situations) for operation 24 hours a day and 365 days per year coverage.
• This position may involve work in areas where Select Agents and Toxins are present, with potential for incidental contact, and is subject to NIH Biological Surety Program requirements.
• If selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 450 to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest and your prospective position with the agency. This information is required annually. For information, visit the NIH Ethics website: https://ethics.od.nih.gov/topics/fd.html.
• Based on your appointment, a one or two-year trial/probationary period may be required. A decision regarding your continued employment with NIH will be made as you near the end of this period.
• A one-year supervisory probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.
• We may make additional selections for similar positions across the National Institutes of Health within the local commuting area(s) identified in this vacancy announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with any interested selecting official(s) at NIH. Clearance of CTAP will be applied for similar positions across NIH.
• The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers.
• The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Visit Help Applying for helpful information on the application process.
• Veterans' Preference only applies to Schedule A (disability appointment), HHS Reemployment Priority List (RPL) Eligibles, HHS Priority Reemployment List (PRL) Eligibles, and Veterans Recruitment Appointments (if applicable).

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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