Federal Enforcement Officer

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to execute district court security protocols; perform detention assignments; detainee transport duties; provide protective services to judicial officers and other government officials, to include transportation of such officials and protection of residences; respond to civil disturbances/active threats in and around federal buildings and engage in service of process duties.

Duty location: Washington, DC.

Learn more about this agency

Help

Overview

* Accepting applications

* Open & closing dates

12/30/2024 to 01/07/2025

This job will close when we have received 500 applications which may be sooner than the closing date. Learn more

* Salary

$72,254 - $109,975 per year

* Pay scale & grade

GS 9 - 11

* Help

Location

Many vacancies in the following location:

* Washington, DC

* Remote job

No

* Telework eligible

No

* Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

* Relocation expenses reimbursed

No

* Appointment type

Permanent

* Work schedule

Full-time

* Service

Competitive

* Promotion potential

11

* Job family (Series)

* 1801 General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, And Compliance Series

* 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

Yes

* Announcement number

ST-12656429-25-NM

* Control number

826079400

Help

This job is open to

* Federal employees - Competitive service

Current or former competitive service federal employees.

* Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.

* Veterans

* Individuals with disabilities

* Military spouses

* Special authorities

Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.

* Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista

* Family of overseas employees

Family members of a federal employee or uniformed service member who is or was, working overseas.

* Land and base management

Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.

Clarification from the agency

You must be a current or former federal employee eligible to apply under merit promotion procedures or otherwise be eligible as a status applicant (e. g. Veterans Employment Opportunity Act) OR be an individual who is eligible through an OPM interchange agreement or for a non-competitive appointment.

Help

Duties

It is your responsibility to read the entire announcement carefully before applying and to follow all instructions outlined. As a Federal Enforcement Officer at the GS-1801-9/11 level, some of your typical work assignments may include:Duties of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

* Work court security assignments for arraignments, hearings, and criminal and civil trials.

* Provide personal protection inside the courtroom or federal buildings for government officials, attorneys, jurors, witnesses, and other members of the judicial process.

* Oversee detention operations to ensure order and discipline, security, and safeguarding of detainees.

* Search, restrain, provide sustenance, and administer basic medical interventions to inmates.

* Move inmates to and from holding cells to courtrooms and working with external detention or corrections entities, coordinate transportation of inmates to and from the courthouse, airports or other facilities.

* Provide physical transport of inmates, safely and securely, to and from detention facilities, airlift sites, and medical buildings.

* Participate in protective service details of court and government officials, attorneys, jurors, witnesses, etc. as an operator of detail vehicles or in the static security of a residence or building containing a protected person.

* Research and verify the location of a recipient of legal process and work in conjunction with Deputy U. S. Marshals to safely execute the service of process.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in the Federal WorkforceAs the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. Example: One year at the GS-7 is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-9 level.

You must submit your SF-50 that shows Time-in-Grade eligibility and reflects your title, series, and grade. No award SF-50 will be accepted; recommended SF-50s include promotions and step increases (within grade increases).

Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.

Help

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

* Must be appointed prior to their 37th birthday.

* Must provide proof of U. S. citizenship.

* Must undergo pre-employment medical screening and meet the medical requirements.

* Must undergo pre-employment physical fitness testing and receive a passing score prior to attending training.

* Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.

* Must pass an initial Tier 3 background investigation.

* Must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.

* Must complete an initial online application questionnaire and additional assessment(s).

* Must sign a memorandum of understanding which outlines employment conditions for the position.

* Must successfully complete a rigorous basic training program conducted at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, Georgia.

* Must undergo periodic or as needed medical examination and continue to meet the medical requirements for the position.

* Must complete a bi-annual fitness test.

* This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) and subject to random drug testing.

* Must successfully pass periodic background reinvestigations.

* Must carry a handgun and must qualify twice a year in the use of multiple firearms.

* Must be willing to provide sworn statements and testimony in court.

* Must meet all listed qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

Qualifications

* Special Retirement Provisions for Law Enforcement/Maximum Entry Age: The Federal Enforcement Officer is a Primary/Rigorous position covered by the retirement provision.