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POLICE OFFICER (FIELD TRAINING OFFICER)

U.S. Marine Corps

Bridgeport, CAFull-time$50–73K/yrPosted 8mo ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$50–73K/yr
Location
Bridgeport, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The U.S. Marine Corps seeks qualified individuals to serve as Field Training Officers, responsible for instructing and mentoring new police officers, providing written guidance, conducting investigative work, enforcing traffic laws, and ensuring compliance with military standards and regulations on the installation.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Training InstructionLaw Enforcement ProceduresEmergency ResponseTraffic Law EnforcementFirst AidInvestigative TechniquesEvidence HandlingWitness InterviewingRights AdvisingFirearm ProficiencyHeight and Weight Standards Compliance

Qualifications

One Year Specialized ExperienceCompletion of USMC Police Officers CourseHeight and Weight Appearance Standards Compliance

Full job description

Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Duties

  • You will instruct new police officers on their tasks and techniques, provides written instructions, reference materials and supplies to assist in instructions given.
  • You will provide training to new police officers in accordance with the Field Training Officer (FTO) Field Training Program. You will monitor activities in the field and provide guidance, assistance and instruction to new police officers.
  • You will make recommendations on performance/behavior issues concerning new police officers. You will provide technical advice and guidance to new police officers on the enforcement of laws, rules and regulations.
  • You will perform investigative work, utilizing investigative procedures, techniques and methods to detect, investigate and resolve crimes and incidents.
  • You will perform research, interview suspects, victims and witnesses and execute investigative techniques to resolve criminal activities, and apprehend/detain suspects.
  • You will gather and analyze facts, take statements; perform traffic law enforcement; perform law enforcement duties at fixed posts such as entry and exit gates throughout the installation
  • You will possess apprehension/detention authority on a military installation and is required to carry a firearm in the performance of duties.
  • You will ensure new police officers perform work according to guidelines/SOP's.

Qualifications

GS-08: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: providing training and instruction of law enforcement equipment usage and application techniques, and law enforcement procedures while performing law enforcement duties; responding to emergency calls, complaints and other calls for service during the watch; enforcing traffic laws and issuing traffic citations; subduing and disarming those who are doing violence to other persons; administering first aid; gathering and analyzing facts; seizing and protecting evidence; taking witness statements; advising violators rights; conducting investigative stops; conducting preliminary investigations. GS-07: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-06 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: providing knowledge of a body of basic laws and regulations, law enforcement operations, practices, and techniques and involved the responsibility for maintaining order and protecting life and property. Instructing new police officers in their specific tasks, providing written instructions, reference materials and supplies to assist in the instructions given; monitoring their progress and making recommendations; providing advice and guidance on the enforcement of laws, rules and regulations. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0000/police-series-0083/ Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, 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.

How You Will Be Evaluated

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies. Other Information

Conditions of Emoloyment Continued: Must successfully complete a designated USMC Police Officers Course of Instruction and meet all certification requirements, to include weapons certifications, CPR, AED, DoD and Joint Training Regulations, etc. Training may be conducted at a regional training facility. Must maintain program height and weight appearance standards. May be required to respond to off base circumstances as directed by the installation commander, in accordance with USMC and DoD policy. As first responders to chemical/biological attacks must be able to train and wear personal protective equipment to include a mask, suit, boots and gloves. If incumbent is conducting law enforcement operations in navigable waters, incumbent must attend the Inland Boat Operating Training Program at FLETC or a similar course. This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. You will be required to sign a DD-Form-2760, Qualification to possess firearms or ammunition. This announcement uses the Certain Personnel of the DoD direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized Vacancies filled from this announcement may be filled at any grade level listed. If selected below the full performance level, you may be noncompetitively promoted to the next higher grade level after meeting all regulatory requirements, and upon the recommendation of management. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed. This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. Employee is required to wear an assigned uniform and display official designated items or accessories to include additional required equipment. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

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