Lead Police Officer

Serves as Master Patrol Officer responsible for providing leadership and oversight to other Police Officers with a full performance level of GS-7.

Performs in-depth investigations using all available resources without direct supervision.

Must be alert for and respond to calls of: grand larceny, assault, rape, armed robbery, burglary, attempted murder, fleeing felons, homicide, and searches for missing persons; and must be prepared to initiate criminal investigations

Must be able to interrogate suspects; interview witnesses and detain suspects; and know the rules, regulations, laws, and court decisions that govern such actions.

Uses knowledge of police procedures, methods, and rules of evidence to conduct basic investigations of criminal acts and other offenses and incidents; obtains descriptions of stolen items and/or suspects.

Seeks, detects, and protects evidence and witnesses at the scene of an incident.

Reports to the supervisor on performance, progress and training needs of employees; reports any disciplinary problems.

Amends or rejects work not meeting established standards. Refers to the supervisor any matters not covered by standards and problems in meeting performance standards.

Assigns tasks to Officers, as necessary, in the absence of supervisory or management personnel.

Frequently required to safeguard dignitaries and other high-level officials ensuring their personal safety from various potential threats

Frequently required to conduct thorough inspections of vehicles, packages, freight, and people to ensure the safety of personnel, visitors, and property of NIH.

Performs traffic patrols and emergency response duties such as enforcing speed limits; assisting at accident scenes; and issuing citations for speeding and parking violations.

Prepares testimony and evidence for presentation to the U.S. Attorney’s office for case development and plans to perform arrests and prosecutions.

Responds to bomb threats, which include search, location, and differentiation between harmless and suspicious objects, biohazards, and chemicals.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED: This is a Testing Designated Position. Incumbent must submit to and successfully pass a 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.

When reasonable evidence indicates that an employee's psychological condition may affect their ability to perform the essential functions of the position or may impact the safety of the employee, coworkers, or the public, the employee may be required to undergo a psychological evaluation, including additional testing when appropriate, to determine continued fitness for duty.

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." 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.

Candidates are 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.

You qualify at the GS-08 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-07 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: 1) conducting investigations of criminal acts and other offenses 2) responding to calls or alarms involving crimes in progress, threats, or suspicious activities 3) interviewing or interrogating victims, suspects, and witnesses; arresting violators suspected of criminal violations 4) conducting vehicle or foot patrols 5) preparing incident and criminal reports, testimony, and evidence 6) serving as a team leader for other police officers 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/13005309