LEAD POLICE OFFICER

U.S. Department of the Navy; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A federal law enforcement agency is seeking a qualified candidate for a critical role involving contingency actions, law enforcement services, and public safety. The position requires a US citizenship, proficiency with firearms, and compliance with drug testing. You will be responsible for a range of duties including responding to emergencies, managing police workload, and maintaining public safety standards. This role requires flexibility for working uncommon hours and passing several critical employment checks.

Qualifications

• Must be a US citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
• Required to obtain and maintain a valid United States driver’s license.
• Certification to carry a firearm and maintain proficiency is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform contingency actions for incidents and emergencies.
• Administer anti-terrorism and law enforcement services.
• Interview witnesses and secure crime scenes.

Skills

Contingency action performance

Workload distribution

Anti-terrorism administration

Witness interviewing

Firearm proficiency

Drug test compliance

Physical fitness

Job description

Duties

• You will perform contingency actions in response to incidents, emergencies, and hostile actions (e.g., active shooter, hazardous materials spill, bomb threat).
• You will distribute and balance workload and rotations among police officers.
• You will administer anti‑terrorism, force protection, physical security, and law enforcement services for the protection of life and property.
• You will interview witnesses, take statements, secure crime scenes, seize and protect evidence, draft report, create incident diagrams, and provide direction to other civilian and/or military law enforcement personnel as required.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E‑Verify employment verification check.
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver’s license.
• Will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• Position is subject to work on an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required.
• This is a Mission Essential position. Must ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision.
• Successful completion of a pre‑employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. An offer of employment will be rescinded if the candidate fails to report to the drug‑test appointment or fails the test. Will be subject to random testing.
• Will be required to successfully complete a pre‑appointment physical examination.
• Must meet the qualifications and be certified to carry a firearm. Must maintain firearm proficiency.
• Position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. Must sign DD‑Form‑2760, Qualification to possess firearms or ammunition.
• Will be required to wear an assigned uniform and display official designated items or accessories to include additional required equipment. Must follow and adhere to applicable grooming standards for the installation.
• Must meet OPM hearing and vision requirements to include distinguishing basic shades of color.
• Completion of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) Uniformed Police Training Program is a condition of continued employment. Employee will be required to sign a continuing service agreement prior to travel to the academy (5 CFR 410.309).