Frontline Law Enforcement Officer

DLA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA is seeking Police Officers to perform law enforcement duties to protect life and property across its installations. The role includes patrols, incident reporting, and initial investigations to support national security and public safety.

This essential position requires responding to emergencies, enforcing laws, and coordinating with security and fire units. Candidates must meet GS-05 equivalency and complete preemployment fitness tests at multiple DLA sites.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience directly related to this position, meeting GS‑05 equivalency for a GS‑06 level.
• Experience and knowledge of basic laws and regulations, law enforcement operations, and maintaining order.
• Basic investigative methods and techniques to investigate violations or probable incidents.

Responsibilities

• Perform law enforcement and crime prevention duties to maintain law and order during normal and emergency operations.
• Patrol DLA installations and property, prevent crime, enforce local regulations and laws, and conduct initial investigations.
• Advise suspects of their Miranda rights prior to questioning, write incident and activity reports, detain suspects, secure and process crime scenes, and conduct preliminary investigations.
• Act as first responder to emergencies or volatile situations such as terrorist attacks, hostage situations, bomb threats, vehicle accidents, robberies, hazardous material incidents, and other emergencies.
• Operate fixed posts located within DLA installations or at perimeter gates and control access to sensitive/restricted areas.
• Inspect outgoing personnel, packages, and vehicles at gates and checkpoints to detect, detain, or cite possible property theft.
• Provide specialized pedestrian and traffic control services for ceremonies, parades, emergencies, and similar events.
• Perform traffic duties including directing traffic, issuing tickets or notices for vehicle operation, and handling parking violations.
• Coordinate emergency responses between security, fire, and other emergency units, and react to calls concerning violations or complaints, including 911/100 emergency calls.

Skills

Specialized experience

Law enforcement operations

Investigative methods

Education

GS-05 equivalency

Job description

DLA is seeking Police Officers to perform law enforcement duties to protect life and property across its installations. The role includes patrols, incident reporting, and initial investigations to support national security and public safety.

This essential position requires responding to emergencies, enforcing laws, and coordinating with security and fire units. Candidates must meet GS-05 equivalency and complete preemployment fitness tests at multiple DLA sites.