POLICE OFFICER

U.S. Marine Corps

Jacksonville (FL)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

U.S. Marine Corps in Jacksonville, FL seeks a Police Officer to perform motorized or walking patrols of the installation, ensuring security and safety across federal property.

Applicants may qualify via substitution of education for experience (GS-04/GS-05) or a combination, with a Secret clearance required. The posted pay range is $38,802–$69,912 per year, and applications close on 2026-09-28. This is a federal government position under the Department of the Navy, open to the public.

Qualifications

Substitution of education for experience is allowed (GS-04): two years of study with relevant police-related coursework.
Substitution of education for experience is allowed (GS-05): four-year bachelor's degree in Police Science or related field.
Education cannot be used for Police Officer positions at GS-06 and above.

Responsibilities

You will perform motorized or walking patrols of the installation.

Education

Two years of study at an accredited school above high school level with at least 12 semester hours in police administration, police law and evidence, police investigation, criminology, law enforcement, general law, or similar subjects closely related to police work

Bachelor's degree in Police Science or comparable degree program related to the work of the position

Combination of education and experience equating to one year of experience

Job description

Key Responsibilities

You will perform motorized or walking patrols of the installation.

Requirements & Education

You may also qualify based on education OR combination of education and experience, in lieu of the one year specialized experience listed above, through ONE of the following: SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE (GS-04): Successfully completed two years of study at an accredited school above the high school level with at least 12 semester hours in police administration, police law and evidence, police investigation, criminology, law enforcement, general law, or similar subjects closely related to police work.

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE (GS-05): Successfully completed a four year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree in Police Science or comparable degree program related to the work of the position. OR COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Possess a combination of experience and education as described above that equates to one year of experience.

The percentage of the required education plus the percentage of the required experience equal to one-hundred percent. Education cannot be used for Police Officer positions at the GS-06 and above.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Marine Corps, Department of the Navy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $38802 – $69912/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-28.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.