Police Officer

Air Force Civilian Service; Valparaiso (FL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Federal Holidays & Leave

Health Insurance Options

Retirement (FERS) & TSP

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service is seeking a Full-Time Police Officer (GS-0083-07) at Eglin AFB. The role involves law enforcement to maintain order, protect life and civil rights, and conduct patrols within assigned jurisdictions.

Location: Eglin AFB. Salary range 54,314–70,609 USD per year (locality included). Telework is not available; up to 25% travel may be required; direct hire authority is not used. 6-month wait is waived for eligible military retirees.

Qualifications

• One year of armed law enforcement, corrections, or security experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and maintain fitness standards.
• Must possess a current and valid driver's license.
• US Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform the full spectrum of police officer duties within assigned jurisdictions.
• Conduct investigations and surveillance.
• Serve as a Base Defense Operations Center (BDOC) Controller.
• Provide emergency response and incident command and control.

Skills

Firearms safety

Data entry & reporting

Emergency services knowledge

Job description

The Air Force Test Center (AFTC) is where tomorrow's Air Force is tested! Long considered the "Center of the Aerospace Testing Universe", AFTC is truly where Air Force superiority begins. Home to many Aerospace establishments and records, AFTC remains the state-of-the-art leader in Aerospace testing, and provides the warfighter with cutting-edge technology. AFTC does not only celebrate its past, but we continue to lead from the front. Join our team today and make Aerospace history! As civilians, we share the same responsibility and passion as those in uniform - driving innovation, building the systems that protect our nation, and meeting every challenge with purpose.

About the Role

The Air Force Test Center is looking for a Full-Time Position Police Officer (GS-0083-07) to work at the 96 TW, 96 MSG, 96 SFS at Eglin Air Force Base. The primary purpose of the position is to perform law enforcement work to maintain law and order, preserve the peace, protect life and civil rights, detect and investigate crimes, arrest or apprehend violators, and perform patrols within the assigned jurisdictions.

Location: Eglin Air Force Base. Typical 2026 salary range: $54,314 - $70,609 per year (including locality). Telework Information: Position not eligible for telework. Travel Requirements: Up to 25% travel possible. Direct Hire Authority: NO 6-MONTH WAIT! Recently retired and/or retiring from MILITARY service ARE eligible for immediate appointment for AFTC positions. The 180-day waiting period has been waived for AFTC to hire recently retired and/or retiring service members.

Must have requirements or may not be considered

Must have one year of armed law enforcement, corrections, or security experience.

Desired Skills

• Ability to use firearms in emergency situations.
• Ability to use automated information systems to enter and extract data and to prepare reports.
• Knowledge of emergency services, tactics, and procedures, including weapons and chemical agents, negotiation, building layouts, terrorist threats and counter terrorism methods, search and rescue techniques, crowd and demonstration control, etc.

Major Duties

• Perform the full spectrum of police officer duties within assigned jurisdictions
• Conduct Investigations & Surveillance
• Perform duties as a Base Defense Operations Center (BDOC) Controller
• Perform emergency response and incident command and control

Qualifications/Requirements

U.S. Citizenship (Required)

PROBATIONARY PERIOD STATEMENT: (Required) – For All Positions Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. (NOTE: Typically, the 1-year probationary period is for Competitive Jobs, and 2-year trial period is for Excepted Jobs.)

Drug Testing

This is a designated Drug Testing Position.

Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a "Secret" security clearance.

Physical

Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and maintain fitness standards.

Driver's License

Must possess a current and valid driver's license.

Top 5-6 job related KSAs

1. Knowledge of law enforcement procedures, training requirements and operating methods required to perform the full range of police officer activities independently.
2. Knowledge of special operating requirements, methods, and procedures for enforcing specialized personnel access controls to prevent unauthorized access to areas where stringent security requirements are enforced.
3. Knowledge of appropriate use of force and self-defense techniques to protect oneself and others in threatening situations including the ability to subdue and control individuals as required.
4. Operate motor vehicles having a gross weight of 7,000 pounds or less, loading capacities of 1 ton or less, and 2- or 4-wheel drive to transport personnel and/or articles.
5. Work and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
6. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with community management, employees, and other law enforcement agencies.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Air Force Civilian Service Employment Benefits

• Paid Time Off: 11 Federal Holidays each year
• 13 sick leave days earned per year (accumulative)
• Paid Vacation Time: 13-26 days per year based on length of employment
• Health Insurance: No waiting period to qualify for you and your family
• Retirement: Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
• Basic Benefits Plan
• Social Security: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), like a 401(k) (Automatically receive 1% agency contributions and up to 5% matching)
• Health & Wellness: Various Medical Flexible Spending Account Federal Long Term Care Insurance, and Life & Disability Insurance
• Work/Life Balance: Family and Medical Leave Act Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible Work Arrangements (dependent on position)
• Career Development: Tuition Assistance & Professional Development opportunities
• Career enhancement and promotion opportunities

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AFTC is an Equal Opportunity Employer