Police Officer - Springfield, United States - National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

Verified Company

Springfield, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Band 02 $41,966 - $77,252Permanent Change in Station

PERMANENT CHANGE IN STATION:
PCS expenses are not authorized.
NGA Marketing MessageThe National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), the World Leader in Geospatial Intelligence.

Imagine being able to identify anything on, above, or beneath the Earth's surface and display that information visually to provide a meaningful foundation for decision-making to ensure the safety of the world.

That's the job of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency.

We analyze imagery and data from many sources and incorporate it into visual displays of essential information for use in national defense, homeland security, and safety of navigation.

Central to the success of our mission are the extraordinary talents and skills of our teams of analysts and other professionals.

We need the best minds to provide the information edge, continuing NGA's role as the premier provider of Geospatial Intelligence worldwide.

Know the World, Show the Way...

from Seabed to SpaceAssignment DescriptionASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION:
Police Officers ensure compliance with Federal laws and Agency rules and regulations pertaining to law enforcement work.

They maintain law and order; protect civil rights; carry firearms; provide assistance in emergency situations; investigate criminal activity and misconduct; and safeguard NGA personnel and assets.

They also conduct patrols; prevent and detect violations; prepare accident and incident reports; and conduct searches, interviews, and briefings.

Promotion OpportunityPROMOTION OPPORTUNITY:
Promotion opportunities allow applicants at all band levels to be considered. Qualifications for NGA positions do not include specific time-in-band requirements.

NGA will emphasize quality of experience, rather than duration, and assess how the quality of the experience demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance in the NGA occupational structure.

Additional InformationASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION:

Police Officers ensure compliance with Federal laws and Agency rules and regulations pertaining to law enforcement, anti-terrorisM/Force protection, and security work.

They maintain law and order; protect civil rights; carry a variety of firearms including less-lethal weapons; provide assistance in emergency situations; investigate criminal activity and misconduct; and safeguard NGA personnel and assets.

NGA Police Offices are required to sign a Continued Service Agreement requiring completion of 3 years' service with the Office of Protective Services.

Officers that leave the DoD, NGA, or the IC prior to completing the 3-year period of service may be required to reimburse the Agency for tuition and travel costs associated with required training.

Additionally:

Per the Lautenberg Amendment, applicants who have been convicted of domestic violence, or are under a restraining (protection) order for domestic violence are not eligible for employment as an NGA Police Officer.
NGA Police Officers are required to carry, and utilize firearms, in performance of their official duties in accordance with policy, directive, and law. Police Officers may be required to take their assigned firearms home.
Successful completion of an NGA accepted police academy is required in order to maintain employment.
Applicants are required to take and pass an initial Physical Ability Test (PAT) and medical physical examination conducted by the NGA Medical Unit. Also, applicants must take and pass the written entrance exam, polygraph examination, drug test, and receive a favorable security clearance adjudication before hire. Agency Police Officers are required to take an NGA administered medical exam and fitness test annually, and maintain a "pass" status while participating in random polygraph examinations and drug tests.
Applicants are required upon hire, to have a valid driver's license and must maintain a valid driver's license throughout their employment with NGA.
Demonstrated ability or experience to interpret laws, policies, and/or instructions governing law enforcement, security, and/or force protection activities.
Demonstrated ability or experience to adapt to rapidly changing environments while maintaining a level of situational awareness.
Demonstrated ability and/or experience preparing reports/documentation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:
Heavy lifting, 45 pounds and over; Heavy carrying, 45 pounds and over; Straight pulling; Pulling hand over hand; Pushing; Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Use of hands; Prolonged periods of standing; Crawling; Kneeling; Repeated bending; Climbing, use of legs and arms; Both legs required; Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously; Good near and far vision; Ability to distinguish basic colors; Hearing (aid permitted); Must pass a drug test; Must pass a physical exam; Ability to wear a respirator

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENT:
Working outside and insid