NSA Police / Law Enforcement Officer - Entry to Experienced Level (Maryland)

National Security Agency/Central Security Service

Fort Meade, MD

JobSummary

The National Security Agency (NSA) has a current and ongoing requirement for personnel to serve as Full-time officers with the NSA Police. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply for these exciting and highly dynamic positions offering unlimited career growth, exceptional training, and the opportunity to serve your country as an employee of one of the most unique and respected Agencies in the Federal government.

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PromotionPotential

None

OrganizationCodes

DD/DD28

Relocation

True

HiringPath

fed-excepted
disability
graduates
public

MCOTags

08
IC Intel
NatSec

TotalOpenings

Few

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MajorDuties

National Security Agency's Police Officers provide armed and uniformed security, force protection, and law enforcement functions in support of NSA's mission, assets, personnel, and facilities headquartered in and around Fort Meade. The NSA Police Force is an integral part of the NSA Security and Counterintelligence organization, which provides NSA worldwide counterintelligence, personnel, and facilities security support. Primary Responsibilities: - Counterterrorism & Force Protection - Pedestrian and vehicular access control - Response and mitigation of security, medical, and fire emergencies - Critical incident management - Enforcement of laws and regulations relative to the protection of NSA assets - Vehicle, facility, and material security inspections - Firearms training and range management - Patrol of NSA property

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- Enforce federal and state laws and applicable regulations - Respond to and investigate incidents - Validate badges to determine if individuals are authorized access to controlled areas - Operate and maintain proficiency with weapons - Patrol agency compounds, facilities, and perimeters to detect and deter potential unlawful acts, security breaches, or dangerous situations - Secure dangerous areas - Subdue suspects while conducting investigative detentions and/or arrests - Stand, walk, or kneel for long periods - Perform tasks that involve repetitive motions of the fingers, hands, arms, feet, legs, or other body parts - Perform physical activities outdoors under all weather conditions - Perform physically strenuous activities when responding to emergencies - Maintain endurance and agility in accordance with current regulations in order to perform specific job requirements - Drive vehicles, such as cars, vans, or trucks to transport cargo or passengers - Operate a motor vehicle under high speeds or high risk conditions - Follow safety and security procedures and practices when operating machinery, vehicles, or equipment APPLICATION INFORMATION Applicants selected for further processing will be scheduled for the National Police Officer Selection Test (POST), NSA Police Physical Ability Test (PAT) and an Operational Interview. The PAT is included as part of the applicant process as it is a required element of the training. The PAT consists of: - 19 Push-Ups within 2 minutes - 1.5 mile run within 17 minutes and 30 seconds Applicants who successfully complete the initial testing may be extended a conditional offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of security and medical screenings, as follows: - Medical/psychological screening by NSA medical staff - Full field background investigation and polygraph testing Applicants selected for the position will have to successfully complete: - A Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation (FLETA) accredited basic academy program This training provides a rigorous, physically and academically challenging battery of courses/instruction in law enforcement skills/techniques, which includes classroom instruction with written examinations, graded practical exercises, firearms instruction, and a PAT. This training may be waived for candidates who have previously successfully completed a FLETA, CALEA or State P.O.S.T. accredited basic academy program, and can produce the course curriculum, transcript, and official certificate of completion.

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RequiredDocuments

**VETERANS AND TRANSITIONING SERVICE MEMBERS** Thank you for your service! The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions at NSA are in the Excepted Service under Title 10, United States Codes (U.S.C.), Section 1601 appointment authority. Veterans' Preference In accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, "DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System Employment and Placement," NSA applies veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5, U.S.C., to eligible candidates. If you are claiming veterans' preference, you are required to provide acceptable documentation of your preference eligibility upon application. Acceptable documentation includes: - DD-214: "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions (Copy 4); OR - Certification of Service: A written document on letterhead from the appropriate branch of the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should include the military service dates, including the expected discharge or release date; AND - Standard Form 15 (SF-15) Application for 10-point Veteran Preference (http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf). If you are claiming a service-connected disability of 30 percent or more, the documentation you provide must specifically demonstrate this level of disability; AND - VA Letter of Disability (for 10pt and Sole Survivorship rating) You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center, or online (https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/). **Failure to provide sufficient documentation of veterans' preference eligibility may preclude NSA from identifying you as a preference eligible candidate during the hiring selection process.

Benefits

BenefitsUrl

https://www.nsa.gov/careers/

OtherInformation

Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position. Salary Range: $60,747 - $133,142 (Entry/Developmental, Full Performance, Senior) Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position. Training will be provided based on the selectee's needs and experience. Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package. Work Schedule: Applicants should be aware this position supports 24/7 Operations; resulting in shift work, weekend duty, overtime, holiday pay, and night differential. Additional Items provided to Officers: 1) Uniforms, equipment, and laundering at no cost 2) Performance based rank and salary promotions 3) Opportunities to apply for Specialized Units: - Emergency Response Team - Asymmetric Threat Response Unit - Drug Recognition Expert - Crisis Intervention Team - Policy and Compliance - Technical Services Unit - Weapons of Mass Destruction - K-9 Unit - Dispatch - Mountain Bike Patrol - Training Unit Instructions - Executive Protection Unit

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AgencyContactEmail

intelcareers@nsa.gov

AgencyContactPhone

1-844-424-4737

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