Total 534 administration assistant job vacancies in Legal / Public / Security category in The United States of America

This position serves as a vital part of the JJP VA Medical Center Police and Security Services often serving as the face of the VA and as the first person a Veteran or visitor encounters when entering a VA facility. The position provides security and assistance to Veterans, patients, employees, contractors, volunteers, affiliates, visitors, and others who frequent VA facilities daily. Major duties and responsibilities include:

• Provides physical security support for Veterans Health Administration, Veterans Benefits Administration, National Cemetery Administration and Veterans Administration Regional Office (VHA/VBA/NCA/VARO).
• Assists in evaluating risk and developing procedures and physical security measures designed to safeguard personnel, property, and operations from unauthorized access, espionage, terrorism, sabotage, damage and theft.
• Ensures security requirements, including appropriate safeguards, cameras, panic and intrusion alarms are implemented.
• Performs law enforcement assignments to prevent or resolve offenses: books the accused; takes the accused before the appropriate District Court or magistrate; confers with the prosecutors; appears before the grand jury upon request; appears at preliminary hearings; and/or testifies at trial, if needed.
• Responds to reports of a crime in progress and/or calls for police assistance.
• Initiates appropriate actions to pursue and apprehend offenders who are leaving the scene of a crime or who attempts to resist arrest. Subdues individuals causing disturbances. Identifies and arrests violators based on eyewitness accounts. Takes charge at crime scenes restricting access to only those persons required to be present.
• Performs bomb search functions as required. Coordinates such search activities with the local bomb squad.
• Assists in managing the Security Program for the Medical Center/Health Care System which ensures that individuals requiring access have been vetted.
• Collects information and prepares reports on the facilities compliance with VA operations, regulations Physical Security and Physical Access Control Systems (PACs).
• Meets with key customers and coordinates with officials to assess customer satisfaction, explain organization policy and procedures, and resolve problems that arise.
• Develops various physical security-related documents, spreadsheets, graphs, reports and presentations using various automated systems and software packages, including the Veterans Health Information and Technology Architecture (VistA) System, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint to enter, access and retrieve information in the medical center computer system.
• Maintains a Physical Security Tracking report to ensure physical security surveys are followed up promptly.
• Monitors and evaluates existing present and planned security projects to ensure timely and quality service conforms to statutory, contractual and technical requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Compressed/Flexible Schedule. Candidates must be willing to work weekends, irregular work hours and extended hours if determined by the needs of the service. Furthermore, candidates must be willing to be placed, detailed, or temporarily assigned to other related services and/or locations, if necessary.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Physical Security Specialist (Uniformed)/PD99826A
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized.

Starting at $70,448 Per Year (GS 9)

As a Public Utilities Specialist (Rates), you will:

• Be responsible for the preparation of power repayment studies, annual rate calculations, marketing statistics, strategies, or other analysis for the Region.
• Analyze historical costs, revenues, load, capacity, industry trends, or other factors that may affect rates, repayment, or methodologies, bringing significant conclusions to the attention of management.
• Prepare and apply cost allocation procedures in the determination of cost between functions for both capital and annual costs.
• Develop appropriate methodologies for determining costs associated with the investment or operation and maintenance facilities for Federal and non-Federal entities.
• Organize, participate, and present in public forums or customer meetings relating to rates, rate methodologies, repayment, and statistics.

Starting at $72,553 Per Year (GS 11-12)

As a Public Utilities Specialist (Rates), you will:

• Exercise lead responsibility for development and analysis of project repayment and associated complex power repayment study spreadsheets, as well as annual repayment studies for assigned power systems.
• Exercise lead role in planning and development of power, transmission and ancillary service rate methodologies, Federal Register notices, Western's Rate Orders, and public consultation presentations in compliance with published administrative procedures and Federal regulations.
• Negotiate, brief, and present rate strategies and repayment to all levels of management, as well as Western's customers, interested stakeholders, and FERC.
• Develop and analyze the rate impacts of complex alternative financing models and mechanisms and provide information to management which is used to formulate policy and budgetary decisions.

Starting at $103,409 Per Year (GS 13)

• Serve and protect Veterans, patients, employees, contractors, volunteers, affiliates, visitors and others who frequent VA facilities.
• Ensures a safe and secure environment.
• Takes charge of significant and catastrophic events.
• Providing training and education to Veterans Health Administration Police Officers.
• Conducts classroom lectures, presentations and skills demonstrations.
• Develops, presents, delivers, and coordinates for training programs.
• Prepares lesson plans and training material for class participants.
• Modifies training curriculum as needed.
• Establishes and maintains statistical database of training requirements, schedules, rosters, training records and training results.
• Conducts research to assess training needs and programs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: Panama Schedule.
Position Description Title/PD#: Police Officer (Instructor)/PD99844S
Physical Requirements: The work requires, on a regular and recurring basis, considerable and strenuous physical exertion such as running, frequent climbing of multiple flights of stairs, and carrying items weighing over 50 pounds. It requires stamina, physical agility, dexterity, and the strength to pursue, apprehend or detain persons who are often uncooperative, assaultive, and/or armed.
Work Conditions: The work involves both moderate and high risks and possible endangerment of life or serious injury that requires the exercise of safety precautions and use of personal protective equipment The work is performed in settings in which there is regular and recurring exposure to moderate to severe discomforts and unpleasantness, such as high temperatures in confined spaces, high temperatures due to mandatory protective personal equipment, or adverse weather conditions during extended periods of traffic and patrol duties. The work involves moderate risk requiring exercise of safety precautions when working around hazardous materials such as toxic gases, explosives, infectious biological materials, and others that pose a moderate risk of exposure

Designated Drug-Testing Position: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received.

Starting at $90,018 Per Year (GS 7)

As a Public Utilities Specialist (Portfolio Management) you will:

• Serves as Portfolio and Program Manager for assigned initiatives managed in the Project Management Office applying analytical processes to the planning, design, and implementation of strategies and frameworks that enhance the execution of capital projects.
• Serves as liaison for internal and external stakeholders (such as project managers, operational teams, and contractors) requiring access to project execution data.
• Identifies and coordinates the resolution of execution issues, including topics such as resource allocation, materials availability, and contractor performance.
• Serves as a subject matter/functional expert and technical lead in the formulation of strategy and operational requirements for the successful execution of projects.

Starting at $111,234 Per Year (GS 13)

• Serves as a Police Officer carrying out responsibilities where most work is performed on Veterans Affairs Departmental properties, which includes any properties owned, leased, or licensed to VA. Provides policing services in a variety of jurisdictional environments where each type of jurisdiction (Exclusive, Concurrent and Proprietorial) has different enforcement rules and requires Police Officers to understand the complexities and legally apply the correct set of laws, regulations, and processes.
• Provides services routinely at all segments of VA facilities located over large geographical areas, some of which may be in different states, counties, municipalities, or townships. Performs certain elements of the work away from Departmental properties when consistent with Federal law, regulation, VA policy and operational guidance.
• Protects Veterans, volunteers, and others on Departmental property, U.S. officials, other individuals, and him or herself during any given situation against threats to personal safety when force becomes necessary to enforce laws and regulations.
• Protects Veterans, employees and visitors sensitive and protected medical information from unauthorized release or unauthorized use where prohibited by law and or policy as guided by the privacy officer, FOIA, HIPPA, etc. Carries firearms and other VA approved weapons, intervenes when necessary to deescalate situations and determines when and how much force must be applied. Advises individuals of their (Miranda, Weingarten, Garrity, etc.) rights, and protects the constitutional and civil rights of persons.
• Conducts investigations with a nexus to VA, prisoner transports, patient search and recovery, life-saving efforts, disaster response and recovery, asset protection during transit, training, and other matters.
• Identifies and preserves evidence, writes comprehensive incident reports, prepares case files and testifies in court as it pertains to enforcing laws and regulations. Provides patrol in vehicles, by foot and/or on a bicycle. Detects and intervenes in criminal activity; responds to calls for police assistance, irregularities, and unusual or suspicious circumstances. Investigates incidents and takes steps to mitigate further risk and resolve situations. Provides emergency response coordination as needed.
• Performs drug and contraband intervention techniques and provides training to those areas where contraband identification and knowledge is imperative for the staff. Participates in the suicide prevention program and intervenes when needed to deescalate active suicidal behavior and/or prevents suicides.
• Operates specialized vehicles and equipment in support of law enforcement and security operations. Determines whether situations are criminal or civil and takes appropriate [legal] steps for each. Determines the level of crime committed (petty offense, misdemeanor, or felony, Federal or State statute); and takes applicable enforcement action. Enforces traffic rules and regulations, including those related to speeding and reckless operation of vehicles while impaired or intoxicated.
• Obtains assistance from a more senior Police Officer or supervisor in cases where policy is not clear. Participates in investigative contacts/stops, exercises search and arrest authority, detains witnesses, and apprehends suspects. Seeks, detects, seizes, and protects evidence and witnesses at the scene of an incident. Detains witnesses and suspects, makes arrests and performs booking procedures. Interviews witnesses and other persons involved and determines whether facts warrant an arrest or lesser action. Executes arrest warrants issued by federal and local courts. Coordinates or transports arrested parties to holding facilities and courts as required. Controls facility access via Entry Control Point (ECP) and Traffic Control Points (TCP) during emergency operations. Identifies persons requiring assistance or medical aid while on-patrol, performs on-scene assessments and determines the level of aid or emergency response required. Provides Basic Life Support (BLS) to injured personnel and coordinates additional emergency response when needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Driver's License Required.

Work Schedule: Monday thru Fridays, Weekends, Holidays, Days, & Nights
Position Description Title/PD#: Police Officer/PD99925A
Physical Requirements: The work requires, on a regular and recurring basis, considerable and strenuous physical exertion such as running, frequent climbing of multiple flights of stairs, and carrying items weighing over 50 pounds. It requires stamina, physical agility, dexterity, and the strength to pursue, apprehend or detain persons who are often uncooperative, assaultive, and/or armed.

Starting at $51,485 Per Year (GS 6)

Major Duties:

• Applies solid public relations, media and health administration skills to ensure that resources are utilized effectively and efficiently to market, provide information and promote VA's high-quality care that exceeds community and national standards and industry best practices.
• Provides oversight for the public affairs and communications program within the Network. The incumbent has responsibility for primary planning, designing, and executing a program to inform and educate the general and special publics about the organization's programs, activities and services.
• Actively participates at the senior management level within the Network in overall planning and Network management activities. Works with public affairs staff in component facilities to assure effective management of staff assets.
• Develops and disseminates management reports, provides public relations and consumer affairs system oversight for the Network office and all Network component sites, and oversees development and maintenance of a public relations/communications training and performance measure information system. Responsible for coordinating and monitoring consumer affairs activities with non-VA governmental entities at local, state, and national levels.
• Facilitates communication with external and internal stakeholders and monitors the critical elements of Network public relations performance. As various programs are developed, introduced and/or administered by the Network, the incumbent plans, initiates, and implements comprehensive campaigns to enhance the understanding of the Network and agency programs among the general public and specialized groups and organizations. The Communications Officer ensures information is accurate, concise and consistent throughout the Network.
• Develops strategies and approaches to inform and educate employees, visitors, citizens, elected officials, educational institutions, media, interest groups and others to promote understanding and to minimize adverse reactions for VA policies, programs and decisions. Discusses with and advises the Network leadership and staff of the appropriateness and effectiveness of specific spokespersons for program and subject areas.
• Has direct supervisory authority and provides technical support and administrative supervision to the two VISN Public Affairs Specialists, GS-0135-12.
• Ensure that agency policies and priorities are being followed, develops performance standards, and evaluates work performance of subordinates.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Supervisory Public Affairs Specialist/PD250010
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Starting at $139,395 Per Year (GS 14)

As a Public Utilities Specialist (Rates), you will:

• Exercise lead responsibility for development and analysis of project repayment and associated complex power repayment study spreadsheets, as well as annual repayment studies for assigned power systems.
• Exercise lead role in planning and development of power, transmission and ancillary service rate methodologies, Federal Register notices, Western's Rate Orders, and public consultation presentations in compliance with published administrative procedures and Federal regulations.
• Negotiate, brief, and present rate strategies and repayment to all levels of management, as well as Western's customers, interested stakeholders, and FERC.
• Develop and analyze the rate impacts of complex alternative financing models and mechanisms and provide information to management which is used to formulate policy and budgetary decisions.

Starting at $103,409 Per Year (GS 13)

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Protects the civil rights of all individuals on VA controlled property;
• Performs various law enforcement and administrative functions throughout the department;
• Manages, supervises and coordinates the Police Service law enforcement activities for a designated assigned area;
• Serves as a watch commander or administrative lieutenant at the geographic area level;
• Conducts inspections of personnel, equipment and facilities to ensure compliance with departmental policies and procedures;
• Establishes priorities to coordinate, plan, organize and complete work;
• Oversees human resource activities such as recruitment of vacancies; preparing, conducting and reviewing performance evaluations; takes disciplinary action; identifies and conducts specific training; approves and monitors leave requests;
• Responds to highly dangerous and active crimes in progress
• Makes independent decisions to take, direct and coordinate immediate steps to preserve life and property;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Work Schedule: 7:00 AM- 7:00 PM based on needs of the facility. Nights/Weekends/Holidays
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Compressed/Flexible: Available
Position Description/PD#: Supervisory Police Officer (Lieutenant)/PD99828S
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Starting at $79,534 Per Year (GS 9)

• Protects the civil rights of all individuals on VA controlled property;
• Prevents, detect and investigate crimes;
• Patrols assigned areas on foot or by motor vehicle;
• Subdues persons causing disturbance or who threaten harm to themselves or others;
• Follows rules/procedures concerning search and seizure of evidence and contraband;
• Takes charge of significant and catastrophic events;
• Conducts investigations, apprehensions, and detention;
• Obtains search and arrest warrants;
• Arrests violators;
• Uses independent judgment in cases where policy is not clear;
• Provides basic first aid and CPR prior to arrival of emergency medical personnel;
• Prepares report of activities and events that occurred during shift;
• Performs traffic control;
• Assists citizens in emergency situations; and,
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Designated Drug-Testing Position: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received.

Work Schedule: Compressed/Flexible Schedule. Candidates must be willing to work weekends, irregular work hours and extended hours if determined by the needs of the service. Furthermore, candidates must be willing to be placed, detailed, or temporarily assigned to other related services and/or locations, if necessary.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Police Officer - Senior Police Officer/PD99926S
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized

Police Officer Conditions of Employment:
1. New VA Police Officers are required to attend an 8-10 week course at the VA Law Enforcement Training Center in Little Rock, Arkansas. Satisfactory completion of this course is a condition of continued employment.
2. Designated Drug-Testing Position: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to an appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test is received.
3. A medical examination is required. The duties of these positions require moderate to arduous physical exertion and/or duties of a hazardous nature. The following medical requirements apply to all applicants: good near and distant vision, ability to distinguish basic colors, and ability to hear the conversational voice.
4. 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.
5. A character investigation will be conducted on applicants selected for employment. The purpose of such an investigation is to secure evidence of the candidate's honesty, integrity, general character, and loyalty to the U.S. Government.
6. As a condition of employment, must qualify to be issued a firearm and semi-annually with assigned firearm, annually with an expandable Straight Baton (MEB), maintain a valid State or Commonwealth Driver's License and pass annual physical and psychosocial assessments. Applicants must be able to possess firearms under the terms of the Gun Control Act of 1968, as amended (18 U.S.C. 922(g)(9).Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Starting at $58,752 Per Year (GS 7)

As a Public Utilities Specialist (Recent Graduate), you will:

• Receive intensive formal and on-the-job instruction and training.
• Perform a variety of tasks designed to provide familiarity with the organization's programs, projects, and functions.
• Assist higher-level specialists, or work as a team member and participate in various types of work.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to complete work assignments.
• Use established analytical techniques or precedents to gather narrative or statistical information.
• Prepare reports, presentations, spreadsheets, memoranda, and correspondence.
• Track critical information as required by the assignments.

Starting at $49,176 Per Year (GS 7-9)

• Leads a unit or team of employees and distributes/balances workload in accordance with established workflow or job specialization;
• Empathizes, engages, and communicates with all individuals encountered to ensure a positive and safe environment;
• Instructs/trains employees in specific tasks and job techniques;
• Resolves simple, informal complaints of employees and refers others to supervisor;
• Assures compliance with federal, state, county and municipal laws and ordinances as they pertain to VA property and agency rules and regulations pertaining to law enforcement work;
• Writes uniform offense reports covering incidents that contain pertinent information, which is factual, classified properly, and submits reports timely;
• Questions victims and witnesses at the scene of an incident;
• Issues citations for personally observed violations of the law, rules, or regulations;
• Assists victims of accidents or assaults by providing first aid, etc.;
• Obtains statements from persons involved in or who has witnessed an accident;
• Pursues and apprehends person fleeing a crime scene or attempting to resist arrest while on VA property;
• Identifies and reacts to overcome life threatening situations such as natural or manmade disasters, hostage, barrier, terrorist attack, kidnap, or felony assault;
• Conducts long and short-term investigations;
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Designated Drug-Testing Position: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received.

Work Schedule: Compressed/Flexible Schedule. Candidates must be willing to work weekends, irregular work hours and extended hours if determined by the needs of the service. Furthermore, candidates must be willing to be placed, detailed, or temporarily assigned to other related services and/or locations, if necessary.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description Title/PD#: Lead Police Officer (Sergeant)/PD99900A
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized.
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized.

Starting at $74,946 Per Year (GS 8)

As a Physical Security Specialist, you will:

• Serve as a source of authoritative information and guidance on physical security for all BPA organizational elements.
• Participate in the development of a BPA-wide physical security and compliance management strategy.
• Develop and document BPA physical security policies, plans, procedures, and enforcement provisions.
• Initiate, plan, and lead projects to investigate and analyze a variety of complex physical security problems, questions, or conditions.
• Manage an armed security services contract which aligns with state requirements as well as DHS and DOE requirements.
• Represent Physical Security, Security and Continuity of Operations, the office of BPA's Chief Administrator, and the BPA as a subject matter expert for the overall Security and Continuity of Operations program.
• Respond to incidents involving unauthorized access to and misuse, theft, assault, vandalism, espionage, sabotage, or loss of equipment, facilities, and materials.
• Lead the development of a BPA-wide physical security awareness and training program.

Starting at $93,543 Per Year (GS 12)

The Legal Administrative Specialist (LAS) serves as a member of the Public Contact Team, located in the Veterans Service Center. The incumbent provides in-depth information and comprehensive assistance to veterans their dependents and beneficiaries concerning any matter within the scope of VA benefits and related non-VA benefits. Specific duties include:

1. Counsels Veterans, their dependents, and their beneficiaries regarding all benefits available through the Department of Veterans Affairs, as well as non-VA benefits available through other agencies.
2. Explains the types of documents necessary to facility timely processing of claims and aids in obtaining and completing such document and forms as required by the type of claim being submitted or services requested.
3. Serves as facility Point of Contact (POC) and advocate for veterans and their beneficiaries in their dealings with other VA elements and organizations that may affect their claims.
4. Explains decisions made by the VA and communicates the reasons to the claimant for these decisions, orally and in writing.
5. Advises on the right of appeals and assists claimants in making appeals.
6. Develops a network relationship with the state and private Veteran's organizations to broaden the scope of outreach and increase the community awareness of the role VA plays in being a resource to the community.
7. Provides community outreach counseling and in-home counseling to those who are geographically isolated or physically unable to go to a VA facility due to physical or mental incapacity.
8. Participates in large scale outreach activities (claims clinics, tribal events, etc.), to support claims intake and benefits counseling.
9. Analyzes inquiries, research issues involved, consults with other federal, state, and local agencies as necessary and prepares written replies or furnishes replies by telephone or other medium to congressional or White House staff members.

Promotion Potential: None, GS-10 is the full performance level.
Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday (hours to be determined by hiring office)
Compressed/Flexible: May be available as determined by the hiring office.
Telework: May be available as determined by the hiring office.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: Legal Administrative Specialist (Contact Representation); 02108A
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not Required

Starting at $71,740 Per Year (GS 10)

The duties of the Senior Police Officer include, but are not limited to:

• Conducts investigations, apprehensions and detentions of individuals suspected or convicted of offenses against the criminal laws of the United States.
• Protects individuals during any given situation against threats to personal safety when enforcing laws and regulations.
• Responds immediately to and engages potentially armed individuals during active threat response situations.
• Responds to highly dangerous and active crimes in progress, making independent decisions and taking immediate steps to preserve life and property.
• Mitigates opportunities for assault, illegal entry, and theft involving highly protected information, property and/or processes at facilities containing special protective methods.
• Reacts to neutralize threats, secure resources and mitigate further risk to personnel or property.
• Provides patrol in vehicles, by foot and/or on a bicycle.
• Responds to calls for police assistance, irregularities, and unusual or suspicious circumstances.
• Conducts asset protection during transport.
• Writes comprehensive incident reports.
• Provides policing services in various environments where each type of jurisdiction (Exclusive, Concurrent and Proprietorial) has different enforcement rules.
• Seeks, detects, seizes, and protects evidence and witnesses at the scene of an incident.
• Detects and intervenes in criminal activity.
• Enforces traffic rules and regulations, including those related to speeding and reckless operation of vehicles while impaired or intoxicated.
• Conducts investigative contacts/stops, exercising search and arrest authority, detaining witnesses, and apprehending suspects.
• Advises individuals of their rights (such as Miranda, Weingarten, Garrity, etc.), and protecting the constitutional and civil rights of persons.
• Intervenes, when necessary, to deescalate situations and determine when and how much force must be applied.
• Conducts prisoner transports to holding facilities and courts as required.
• Executes disaster response and recovery procedures.
• Provides Basic Life Support (BLS) to injured personnel and coordinates additional emergency response when needed.
• Coordinates and directs search, rescue, and recovery for persons at high risk (e.g., missing or wandering patients, minors, etc.), including coordinating with local surrounding police departments to expand the search parameters.
• Investigates incidents and takes steps to mitigate further risk and resolve situations.
• Performs and provides training on drug and contraband intervention where contraband identification and knowledge is imperative.
• Intervenes, when needed, to deescalate active suicidal behavior and/or prevents suicides.
• Prepares case files and testifying in court as it pertains to enforcing laws and regulations.
• Protects the civil rights of all individuals on VA controlled property;
• Prevents, detect and investigate crimes;
• Patrols assigned areas on foot or by motor vehicle;
• Subdues persons causing disturbance or who threaten harm to themselves or others;
• Follows rules/procedures concerning search and seizure of evidence and contraband;
• Takes charge of significant and catastrophic events;
• Conducts investigations, apprehensions, and detention;
• Obtains search and arrest warrants;
• Arrests violators;
• Uses independent judgment in cases where policy is not clear;
• Provides basic first aid and CPR prior to arrival of emergency medical personnel;
• Prepares report of activities and events that occurred during shift;
• Performs traffic control; and
• Assists citizens in emergency situations;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

DESIGNATED DRUG-TESTING POSITION: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received.

Work Schedule: Sunday - Saturday, Rotating 8 or 12 hour shifts, to include weekends, Holidays and overtime to meet the needs of the Medical Center
Position Description Title/PD#: Sr. Police Officer/PD99926S
Physical Requirements: The work requires, on a regular and recurring basis, considerable and strenuous physical exertion such as running, frequent climbing of multiple flights of stairs, and carrying items weighing over 50 pounds. It requires stamina, physical agility, dexterity, and the strength to pursue, apprehend or detain persons who are often uncooperative, assaultive, and/or armed.

Starting at $60,032 Per Year (GS 7)