POLICE OFFICER (Title 32)

Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a POLICE OFFICER (Title 32), Position Description Number D2499P01 and is part of the AR ANG 188 SEF SQ, National Guard. This is an indefinite position that may convert to permanent. NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQURED Responsibilities 1. Performs the full spectrum of police officer duties within the assigned jurisdictions: Incumbent may full powers of apprehension and detention, which entails carrying a firearm, mirandizing suspects, preserving evidence, and testifying in court as it pertains to enforcing regulations within assigned jurisdiction. The incumbent is required to meet all requirements of Federal, DoD, AF, MAJCOM, State, and local level rules and regulations to maintain trainings and weapons qualifications, as a police officer on a military installation, which may include maintaining Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification. Patrols the installation on foot or in vehicles; responds to alarms, irregularities, and unusual or suspicious circumstances; and investigates the incidents. Enforces traffic rules and regulations, including those related to speed, reckless and drunken driving. Exercises search and assists local, state, or federal law enforcement with arrest authority, detains witnesses, apprehends suspects, interviews witnesses and other persons involved, and determines whether facts warrant apprehension or lesser action. When dealing with witness/suspects, officers must consider the current social-political climate and find ways to alleviate any tension resulting from events outside the installation which may raise prejudice/distrust of authority figures and increase conflict levels between officers and the people with whom they interact. Officers must also be aware of any witnesses'/suspects' possible gang affiliations and the difficulties/risks associated with them. Appears in court to testify as required in Military Courts Martial or Federal and State Court proceedings. Provides sworn testimony based on the investigative process, evidence gathered, witness' statements in criminal and traffic courts. Upon notification, responds to Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) alarms and determines probable cause (actual or false alarm). Protects personnel, material, tactical military assets, and high value assets by executing daily Random Anti-terrorism Measure (RAM) and supplemental anti-terrorism measures during increased force protection conditions. Responds to and investigates emergency calls, complaints, and other calls for service, to include protests, active shooter events, and terrorist attacks. Responsible for Entry Control Point (ECP), Traffic Control Points (TCP), Assures criminal or Antiterrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) measures are met to protect installation command and assure mission accomplishment. Performs vehicle examinations searching for illegal substances, firearms, and explosive devices. Functions as first line of defense to prevent possible terrorist attacks by vehicle, selling/distributing illegal substances, and maintaining the safety and security of the installation. Reacts to neutralize threats, secure resources, personnel, and property. Investigates accidents, summons rescue squads and firefighters, and redirects onlookers from scene. Performs flight armorer duties, responsible for overseeing the appropriate arming of fellow police officers and MWD units. As armorer responsible for maintaining accountability of weapons and ensuring they are clean, serviceable, and ready for use. The armorer is an integral role ensuring officers are able to defend themselves and others. DUTIES CONTINUED UNDER EDUCATION Requirements Conditions of Employment NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership in the military grade listed below. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Military Grades: Enlisted Minimum Military Grade: NLT E-2/Amn Maximum Military Grade: NTE E-8/SMSgt Compatible Military Assignments: Selectee must be a member of the Arkansas Air National Guard. IMPORTANT NOTES (AS APPLICABLE): Upon selection for this position, individual must possess or initiate a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation. A favorable determination based upon investigative results is mandatory for this position. Failure to meet these requirements will result in termination of employment. A pre-placement physical is required if not already current. Upon selection, must complete mandatory Full-Time Support (FTS) Training at the Professional Education Center (PEC) within six months of assignment (if applicable, training will be coordinated by the supervisor). Individual must meet all military requirements of the position without creating a grade inversion, as determined by the Human Resources Office (HRO). Technicians will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor or wage leader (Grade Inversion). Enlisted members currently at a higher grade than allowed by the position (see Military Grade Requirement above) may apply; however, they must administratively reduce prior to appointment and provide confirmation of the reduction to HRO. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS ARE LISTED UNDER ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. Qualifications GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Qualifying general experience includes experience in administrative, clerical, technical, or military work that involved protecting property, equipment, data, or materials; or that involved making judgments based on the application of directions, rules, regulations, or laws. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience that provided knowledge of a body of basic laws and regulations, law enforcement operations, practices, and techniques and involved responsibility for maintaining order and protecting life and property. Creditable specialized experience may have been gained in work on a police force; through service as a military police officer; in work providing visitor protection and law enforcement in parks, forests, or other natural resource or recreational environments; in performing criminal investigative duties; or in other work that provided the required knowledge and skills. Education DUTIES CONTINUED: 2. Conducts Investigations/Surveillance: Conducts investigations of crimes and complaints covering a wide range of subjects and allegations that are not within the scope of Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI) or the scope of the higher-level detectives assigned to the Squadron. Complaints range from simple inquiries to incidents/complaints requiring investigations that are relatively short in duration and end with the detention of a suspect. Interviews personnel and collects data while conducting formal investigations on foot or in vehicles and inquiries into criminal acts such as assaults, major vehicle accidents, larceny of and/or damage to government and private property, minor drug offenses, pay and allowance matters, misdemeanor offenses involving misuse of government computers, and other incidents as directed by competent authority. Determines the proper course of action and plans, coordinates, initiates, and takes actions necessary to resolve the complaint or inquiry. Investigations involve searching crime scenes for clues, interviewing witnesses, following leads, analyzing, and evaluating evidence, and locating and detaining suspects. Interviews subjects, complainants and witnesses to obtain information, takes written statements; conducts examination of crime scenes; searches for evidence; identifies evidence; collects, preserves, and submits crime laboratory evidence such as fingerprints, bloodstains, suspected narcotics, weapons, castings of footprints and tire prints, documents, etc., using special investigative techniques and equipment; safeguards evidence and assures integrity is not compromised for further examination. Arranges for laboratory analyses and other expert evaluations. Analyzes and resolves conflicting testimony or evidence from witnesses through fact-finding until evidence to support a legal or administrative decision can be made. Prepares reports of investigation in accordance with appropriate guidelines; also assembles and forwards reports of investigation for higher headquarters review. Processes complaints and inquiries from origination through case closure and maintains case files as appropriate. Testifies at trials, hearings, councils, tribunals, and other reviews and inquiries. Prepares summaries of testimony when appropriate, including the preparation of all letters, messages, memoranda, and briefings, with accompanying visual aids. Conducts surveillance of individuals and areas to obtain information, identify criminal conduct or activities and monitors suspects while serving warrants. This surveillance is done with coordination of on base authorities and local authorities for warrants concerning crimes committed off base. Also coordinates with local authorities to serve warrants to individuals located off base for on base offenses. Analyzes facts to identify suspects and develops case information and facts for use in pressing charges and bringing suspects to trial. Advises suspects of their rights. Testifies at hearings and in court. Addresses community and school groups on crime patterns and crime prevention techniques. Coordinates with legal authorities, both on and off the facility during the investigation and after. 3. Performs as Base Defense Operations Center (BDOC) Controller: Serves as the primary command and control (C2) function for all Integrated Defense forces. Executes the Quick Reaction Checklists (QRC) to ensure proper execution of routine, emergency, and alarm responses. Acts as the initial point of contact for all persons, activities, visitors, and complainants either in person or telephonically regarding any activity that require police actions. Receives, interprets, evaluates, and immediately decide what action is appropriate and implement that course of action. Incumbent provides guidance and direction to those personnel assigned duties at the BDOC during his/her shift. Is responsible to the Flight Supervisor to the overall operation of the Police Desk. Monitors the installation alarmed facilities, which are linked to the primary monitor site. Determines type of alarm, type of facility, and initiates action in accordance with procedures set for the type of facility (e.g., notify user/activity personnel for immediate response force activation, armed military police force, fire department, etc.) Acknowledges and assesses alarms, determines the priority level of each alarm generated, determines the operational procedures for the alarm and dispatches patrols. Also responsible for the dispatch of support personnel that, based on a specific incident will be required. Dispatches police units to alarm activations, crime scenes and natural disasters. Monitors the location of all police units. Receives and records communications of emergencies, complaints, crimes, and accidents. Coordinates with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, fire, rescue, and emergency units. Directs patrols, record daily blotter information, and retrieve information through the FBI's National Crime Information Center (NCIC) System and local or state information systems. Accesses law enforcement databases to retrieve information and complete reports. Ensures processing of arrested/detained personnel in accordance with current biometric collection procedures. Interprets directives and instructions and answers general inquiries. Maintains records and prepares reports covering activities and events occurring over the course of a shift. Responsible for the operation of Detention Cells when they are present. Ensuring all regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to the placement of personnel in a cell have been complied with before an individual is placed in a cell. When used, responsible for the safety and security of all personnel placed in the detention cell. 4. Performs other duties as assigned Additional Information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)). REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Must be able to obtain/maintain appropriate security clearance