Police Officer

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is hiring a Police Officer at the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis. This role involves a comprehensive range of law enforcement activities, including enforcing regulations, conducting patrols, and ensuring the safety of the premises. Candidates must meet specific experience and training requirements to qualify for this vital role.

Qualifications

• At least one year specialized experience at GS-5 level or equivalent.
• Valid, unrestricted State driver's license.
• Ability to carry agency-approved firearms.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining order and protecting life and property.
• Responding to emergencies and conducting routine patrols.
• Interviewing witnesses and securing crime scenes.

Skills

Law enforcement responsibilities

Emergency response

Patrol duties

Crime scene investigation

Traffic control

Job description

This position serves as a Police Officer at the Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center in Indianapolis, IN. The Police Officer performs a full range of law enforcement duties, including enforcing rules and regulations, physical and personal security operations, patrol duties, control desk responsibilities, coordination with local courts, and crime prevention activities within the jurisdiction.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining order and protecting life and property
• Responding to emergencies and conducting routine patrols
• Interviewing witnesses and securing crime scenes
• Traffic control and accident investigations

Minimum qualifications:

• At least one year of specialized experience at the GS-5 level or equivalent, involving law enforcement responsibilities
• Experience must be detailed in the resume with job titles, duties, dates, and hours worked per week
• Valid, unrestricted State driver's license with a safe driving record
• Ability to carry agency-approved firearms and pass qualification standards

Additional requirements:

• Attendance at a 7-week training course at VA Law Enforcement Training Center
• Medical and psychological examinations to ensure fitness for duty
• Character investigation to assess honesty, integrity, and loyalty
• Ability to perform physical tasks and work in potentially hazardous environments

Physical and work conditions: The role involves physical exertion, exposure to various environmental conditions, and potential risks requiring safety precautions and protective equipment.

Note: Experience as a security guard or corrections officer is generally not qualifying. All experience must be well-documented, including detailed duties and dates.