Supervisory Police Officer - Fort Irwin

Now Hiring: · GS-9 Police Shift Supervisor | Fort Irwin, CA · 3 Vacancies | Permanent | Secret Clearance Required · Open: 02/20/2026 – 03/06/2026 · $71,957 – $93,549 (Locality Included) · Direct Hire Authority (DHA) · The Department of Defense is seeking qualified law enforceme ...

Job description

Now Hiring:
GS-9 Police Shift Supervisor | Fort Irwin, CA
3 Vacancies | Permanent | Secret Clearance Required

Open: 02/20/2026 – 03/06/2026

$71,957 – $93,549 (Locality Included)
Direct Hire Authority (DHA)

The Department of Defense is seeking qualified law enforcement professionals to serve as Shift Supervisors (GS-9, 0083 Police Series) at Fort Irwin, California.

This announcement is being filled under Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce.

This is a leadership role within an IMCOM-supported installation, responsible for supervising law enforcement operations and ensuring the protection of life, property, and civil rights.

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Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Shift Supervisor for installation law enforcement personnel
• Exercise full search, apprehension, and detention authority
• Conduct patrol operations, traffic enforcement (radar, LIDAR, breathalyzer), and high-speed pursuit when necessary
• Protect installation access control points and secure incident perimeters
• Operate NCIC terminals in compliance with federal/state law
• Plan, assign, and oversee work of subordinate officers
• Prepare schedules, set priorities, and manage shift operations

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Conditions of Employment

• Graduation from the U.S. Army Civilian Police Academy (or completion within one year of hire)
• Must maintain Secret clearance (T3)
• Mandatory drug testing (Testing Designated Position – AR
• Annual physical exam and Physical Agility Test (PAT) required
• Weapons qualification, CPR/First Aid, and NIMS certification required
• Must comply with Individual Reliability Program standards
• Valid state driver's license required
• Subject to irregular shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and recall
• Supervisory probationary period may apply

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Qualifications


Who May Apply:
U.S. Citizens


Required Experience:
One year of specialized law enforcement experience equivalent to the GS-08 level, including:

• Preventing, detecting, and investigating crimes and misconduct
• Apprehending violators
• Responding to emergencies
• Protecting life, property, and civil rights
• Assisting in prosecution of criminal cases

Education substitution is not permitted — qualification is based on experience alone
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Additional Informatio
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• Competitive Service – Permanent, Full-Tim

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• Occasional travel (~10%)
• Relocation and PCS may be authorize

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• Recruitment/relocation incentives possibl

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• Student loan repayment may be authorize

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• Credit for prior military/non-federal service may apply toward leave accrua

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• Veterans and Military Spouses encouraged to appl

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This is a Mission Essential position, requiring service during emergency or inclement weather conditions
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Announcement Number:

MCFU DH
A Control Number:

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If you are committed to professional law enforcement leadership, the rule of law, and protecting our military community, consider applying
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