Correctional Officer (Instructor)

Interior, Bureau of Indian Affairs; Devils Lake (ND); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bureau of Indian Affairs, OJS, Indian Police Academy in Devils Lake, North Dakota seeks a qualified candidate for a GL-09 federal law enforcement role. The position requires specialized experience in law enforcement or corrections and the ability to train staff in enforcement procedures while applying applicable rules and SOPs.

Candidates must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date, including age limits and veteran preference considerations, and be able to perform under

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience at GL-08/GS-08 level in law enforcement or corrections.
• Experience applying rules, policies and SOPs to maintain safety and order.
• Eligibility to apply under Federal standards and veteran preference guidelines.

Skills

Law enforcement

Corrections training

Policy procedures

Tools

SOPs

Job description

This position is located with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, OJS, Indian Police Academy in Devils Lake, North Dakota.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

(OPM Operating Manual, Qualification Standards GL-09 Grade Level: To qualify at the GL-09 grade level, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GL-08 or GS-08 grade level performing the following duties:

• 1) performing as a law enforcement officer or as a correctional officer in a detention or similar facility;
• 2) providing law enforcement instruction or corrections training to staff in the law enforcement or corrections field;
• 3) applying specific rules, policies and standard operating procedures on the job to maintain safety, legality and order.

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MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The duties of this position require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking and standing, and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with comparatively free motion of finger, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, and knee joints is required. Arms, hands, legs, and feet must be sufficiently intact and functioning in order that applicants may perform the duties satisfactorily. Sufficiently good vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required to perform duties satisfactorily. Near vision, corrective lenses permitted, must be sufficient to read printed material the size of typewritten characters. Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 35 decibels at 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz levels. Since the duties of these positions are exacting and responsible, and involve activities under trying conditions, applicants must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the applicant to be a hazard to himself/herself, or others is disqualifying.

Maximum Entry Age Limit:

The maximum entry-age for this position shall not exceed age 37, unless you have sufficient prior Federal civilian law enforcement [or firefighter, if applicable] experience or you are a preference eligible veteran. If you are a preference eligible veteran, you may be eligible for this position after your 37th birthday. You must supply a copy of your Defense Department Form 214 (DD-214) along with Standard Form 15 (if applicable) and any associated documentation in accordance with the instructions in this vacancy announcement. Failure to provide this documentation with your application will result in the loss of eligibility to receive a waiver of the maximum entry age requirement. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur in the same location within 90 days from the closing date.