Deputy Field Chief of Police & Security Ops

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in El Paso, TX seeks a Deputy Field Chief for VA Police Service to provide executive leadership and strategic oversight across multi-facility operations, focusing on law enforcement, security, crisis programs, and compliance.

The role requires overseeing personnel, ensuring regulatory adherence, and coordinating with federal and state agencies during emergencies. Strong leadership, training, and incident review experience are essential.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-11) in the Federal service.
• Experience managing armed law enforcement personnel, including assigning and monitoring work and reviewing reports and incident documentation.
• Competencies include Conflict Management, Influencing/Negotiating, Planning and Evaluating.

Responsibilities

• Directs subordinate managers and supervisors, overseeing armed law enforcement personnel, physical security specialists, and administrative staff to safeguard VA facilities, personnel, Veterans, and visitors.
• Serves as alter ego and second-in-command for the Field Chief and shares authorities and responsibilities.
• Provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for multiple units, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and directives.

Skills

Armed law enforcement management

Strategic leadership

Staff supervision

Policy compliance

Crisis intervention

Interagency collaboration

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in El Paso, TX seeks a Deputy Field Chief for VA Police Service to provide executive leadership and strategic oversight across multi-facility operations, focusing on law enforcement, security, crisis programs, and compliance.

The role requires overseeing personnel, ensuring regulatory adherence, and coordinating with federal and state agencies during emergencies. Strong leadership, training, and incident review experience are essential.