Federal Law Enforcement & Protective Specialist

US-Dhs-Headquarter; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

DHS Headquarters is seeking qualified applicants for a policing and security role. The position involves enforcement duties, complex investigations, and facility security assessments. Applicants must meet rigorous minimum qualifications and provide transcripts where applicable.

The role includes mandatory federal training, OSHA compliance, and travel as needed. Resume must be concise and clearly demonstrate experience and education matching the listed criteria.

Qualifications

• One full year of specialized experience at GS-07 level or equivalent.
• Master's degree or two years of graduate education leading to a master's degree; or LL.M/J.D. if related.
• Combination of specialized experience and graduate education totaling 100% of the requirement.
• Resume must explicitly indicate how you meet the experience.
• Limit resume to two pages; only resumes 2 pages accepted.

Responsibilities

• Provide law enforcement services to protect people and property, including patrols, enforcing laws, responding to calls, and detaining when authorized.
• Investigate suspected criminal violations; gather information, interview witnesses, review records/evidence, prepare reports.
• Assess facilities for security risks by evaluating doors, locks, access controls, cameras, alarms, lighting, guard procedures, and emergency plans.

Skills

Law enforcement

Investigations

Security risk assessment

Education

Master's degree or higher

Ph.D. or equivalent

LL.M/J.D. related

Job description

DHS Headquarters is seeking qualified applicants for a policing and security role. The position involves enforcement duties, complex investigations, and facility security assessments. Applicants must meet rigorous minimum qualifications and provide transcripts where applicable.

The role includes mandatory federal training, OSHA compliance, and travel as needed. Resume must be concise and clearly demonstrate experience and education matching the listed criteria.