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Apply Public Notice - Police Officer - Recruitment Incentive - Relocation Incentive Department of Defense Pentagon Force Protection Agency Pentagon Police Directorate Apply Print Save
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Summary
This position is located in the Pentagon Force Protection Agency PFPA under the Director of Administration and Management Office of the Secretary of War. As a Police Officer, the primary responsibilities are for force protection, security, and law enforcement in the NCR for the people, facilities, infrastructure, and other resources at the Pentagon Reservation and for DoW activities and DoW occupied facilities not under the jurisdiction of a Military Department.
Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 02182026 to 02172027 Salary 73122 to - 134165 per year Pay scale & grade AD 5 - 7 Locations Many vacancies in the following locations Adams County PA Alexandria VA Pentagon Arlington VA Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Not required Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Competitive Promotion potential 7 Job family Series 0083 Police Supervisory status No Security clearance Secret Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive NCS Moderate Risk Trust determination process Suitability Fitness National security Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status No Announcement number DHA-12867970-26-FM Control number 858034600
Conditions of Employment
U.S. Citizenship is required Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service see https://www.sss.gov Home Registration Total salary varies depending on location of position May be required to successfully complete a probationary trial period Must be determined suitable for federal employment Required to participate in the direct deposit program This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing The incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance The employee is required to pass a pre-employment physical examination and a regular physical examination and must possess and maintain a valid drivers license to operate passenger-type motor vehicles This position requires the employee to work rotating shifts, weekends, overtime, holidays, and may be subject to call 24 hours a day This position requires wear of a uniform in the performance of duties The employee must meet requirements of Lautenberg Agreement which outline rules regarding carrying of firearms The employee must qualify monthly, quarterly, and/or bi-annually as applicable with assigned weapons The employee must have the capacity to perform essential functions of the position without risk to themselves or others Retention in this position is contingent upon the successful completion and passing of all agency-training requirements which includes the Physical Ability Test (PAT) and Oral Board Interview
Education
ARE YOU QUALIFYING BASED ON EDUCATION or A COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
You must provide sufficient documentation of your education in your resume. You MUST provide a copy of official or unofficial transcripts or degrees in your application package. It may also be acceptable to document your applicable course listing in your resume, course number, credits earned, etc.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/adminsfinaidaccredindex.html. All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency. If selected, an official sealed transcript will be required prior to appointment.
PASS/FAIL COURSES
If more than 10 percent of your undergraduate course work credit hours were taken on a pass/fail basis, your claim of superior academic achievement must be based upon class standing or membership in an honor society.
GRADUATE EDUCATION
One academic year of graduate education is considered to be the number of credits, hours your graduate school has determined to represent one academic year of full-time study. Such study may have been performed on a full-time or part-time basis. If you cannot obtain your graduate schools definition of one year of graduate study, 18 semester hours or 27 quarter hours should be considered as satisfying the requirement for one year of full-time graduate study.
FOREIGN EDUCATION
If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit https://www2.ed.gov/aboutofficeslistousinternationalusneiusedlite-visitus-forrecog.html
Probationary Periods
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification in writing that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Active Duty Service Members
Federal agencies treat active duty service members as veterans disabled veterans and preference eligible when they submit as part of their application package a certification of active service in lieu of a DD-214 indicating the service member is otherwise eligible and will be discharged or released within 120 days from the date of submission.
A certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain:
This certification must include your rank, dates of active duty service, type of discharge, and character of service, i.e., honorable and date any terminal leave will begin. It must be signed by or by direction of the adjutant personnel officer or commander of your unit or higher headquarters. Active duty members that fail to provide a valid certification of service with their initial application will be found not eligible. Members may be appointed before the effective date of their military retirement/separation if they are on terminal leave.
Reasonable Accommodation
RA Requests
If you believe you have a disability, i.e., physical or mental covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing an online application, you may request an alternative application. Please send an email to the following address for information on how to obtain an alternative application: whs.job.application.assistancemail.mil
Reemployed Annuitants
Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. www.esd.whs.mil
DDO-Issuances140025Current or Former Political Appointees
Agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years a political Schedule A Schedule C or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office.
Nepotism
Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110, an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative.
Additional Vacancies
Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.
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.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Note: Under this DHA, veterans preference does not apply.
Your application, resume, and supporting documentation will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed in this announcement.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of