Law Enforcement Officer/Corporal/Sr. Corporal (Atlanta)

Federal Reserve Bank of New York; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

401K match

Paid vacation and holidays

Public transportation benefits

Education Assistance Program

Professional development

Job summary

Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta is seeking a Security/Law Enforcement professional to perform routine tasks, protect staff and assets, and respond to emergencies on-site in Atlanta. The role requires on-site work and adherence to federal regulations and bank policies.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, less than 2 years of experience, and basic law enforcement knowledge with Microsoft Applications. Background checks and screenings are required for employment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Less than 2 years of experience.
• Knowledge of basic law enforcement concepts and Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

• Operate as a law enforcement officer under Board of Governors authority.
• Meet all department standards and training requirements.
• Develop proficiency in policies, weapons, security equipment, first aid and CPR.
• Respond to incidents on Bank property and provide emergency services.
• Monitor surveillance equipment, intercoms, telephones and radios.
• Control access to facilities and log visitor data.
• Prepare shift and incident reports; assist with investigations when needed.

Skills

Basic Law Enforcement

Microsoft Applications

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Company Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta As an employee of the Atlanta Fed, you will help support our mission of promoting the stability and efficiency of the U.S. economy and financial system. Your work will affect the economy of the Southeast, the United States, and the world. The work we do here is important, and how we do it is just as important as what we do. We live our values of integrity, excellence, and respect every day. We do the right thing, we do things right, and we treat people right. A career at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta gives you the chance to do work that touches lives and helps communities prosper. The Bank believes in flexibility to balance the demands of work and life while also recognizing the necessity of connecting and collaborating with our colleagues in person. Onsite work is an essential function of this position, and you are required to be onsite according to the schedule set by your management.

Under immediate supervision, develops proficiency through formal training and ongoing on the job experience. Performs routine assigned tasks from detailed instructions and established policies and procedures. Performs physical security functions, enforces Federal Reserve policies/regulations, and applicable federal laws to protect Bank staff and assets. Responds to incidents on Bank property and provides emergency services. This position is an essential function of the Bank and may require extended work hours and/or work during emergency or crisis situations. On-site Location: Atlanta Work Shift: The employer shall assign work shift based on the operational needs of the department. At the time a new employee nears completion of the Law Enforcement Academy, the employer shall assign the new employee and to the shift where an officer is needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains designation required to operate as a law enforcement officer pursuant to the authority given the Board of Governors by Section11 (q) of the Federal Reserve Act and the Uniform Regulations for Federal Reserve Law Enforcement Officers.
• Meets minimum requirements of all department standards and training requirements.
• Develops, demonstrates and maintains proficiency in all aspects of key responsibilities such as: operating policies, weapons (lethal and non-lethal), physical security equipment, first aid and CPR, firefighting techniques, civil disorders, and public relations.
• Must exhibit spontaneous sound/reasonable judgment over life safety issues, the discrete handling of detected weapons and/or explosive devices and the proper handling of sensitive information and incidents.
• Performs security and safety related duties.
• Patrols building/grounds and reports unusual situations or unauthorized individuals, responds to alarm conditions and provides emergency services.
• Monitors surveillance equipment, intercoms, telephones, radios, and other specialized equipment.
• Monitors Bank departments for safety or security violations and reports findings to department management.
• Prepares appropriate shift reports, incidents reports and other required paperwork as necessary.
• Controls pedestrian and vehicle access to the facility through use of screening equipment to detect unauthorized items prior to entry to Bank property.
• Inspects vehicles entering security sensitive areas for unauthorized personnel or contents.
• Monitors and authorizes visitors accessing Bank facilities and records visitor data on appropriate logs.
• On an as needed basis may conduct initial investigations into accidents and incidents, make proper notifications, and performs follow up duties as directed by supervisor.
• Could be needed to testify in court in response to a subpoena regarding accidents or incidents.
• Develops proficiency in use of personal computer (PC) and related software necessary to perform job functions.
• On an as needed basis may participate in special assignments to protect dignitaries of a Reserve Bank or the Board of Governors, this could include escorting visitors, contractors and/or vendors working in high security areas.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Experience: Less than 2 years
• Knowledge Area/Technical Skills/Certifications and Licenses: Basic Law Enforcement Microsoft Applications

Additional Requirements

• This position will require at minimum fingerprinting for a criminal background check, education and employment verification, along with potential additional screening requirements due to the information accessed while performing the job.
• Any offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of any required background screening.
• These screenings would be initiated at the time of offer acceptance and can take up to approximately 8 weeks to be completed.
• The screening covers areas such as education/employment verification, criminal history, credit history, and reaches out to your references and people that know you well.
• For Law Enforcement positions, physical, psychological, drug, stress/EKG, and attending an academy will be required.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta employees must comply with the Bank’s ethics rules. These rules generally prohibit employees, their spouses/domestic partners, and minor children from holding financial interests (such as common stock and corporate bonds) issued by financial institutions. This prohibition also applies to investment funds that focus on investing in the financial sector. If you, your spouse/domestic partner, or minor child own such securities, you will generally be asked to divest them if you accept an offer of Bank employment. If you have concerns about this prohibition, you should raise the issue with the recruiter for this posting early in the process.

Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer.

Employment Details

Full Time / Part Time Full time Regular / Temporary Regular Job Exempt (Yes / No) No Job Category Operations Family Group Work Shift First (United States of America) The Federal Reserve Banks are committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and job applicants in compliance with applicable law and to an environment where employees are valued for their differences.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare options (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• 401K match, and a fully funded pension plan
• Paid vacation and holidays; flexible work environment
• Generously subsidized public transportation
• Education Assistance Program
• Professional development programs, training and conferences
• And more…

OUR BANK has one of the most recognizable brands around the world. The Federal Reserve is the central bank of the United States—one of the world's most influential, trusted and prestigious financial organizations. The Federal Reserve is charged with the important mission of promoting a strong economy and a stable financial system and fulfills this responsibility by formulating national monetary policy, supervising and regulating banks and bank holding companies, and providing financial services for banks and the U.S. government. OUR PEOPLE are diverse in background and ideas, which allows for ongoing creativity and innovation. Ultimately, they are the ones who push our high-performance, exchange-driven culture forward. Why Our People Choose Us: Our reputation precedes us There will always be room for personal growth Our people are first You’ll find the right balance Your responsibilities will be meaningful We hope that you will be our future colleague.