Police Officer (Military Ocean Terminal)

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: A DA Civilian Police Officer (DACP), serves at one of the two Military Ocean Terminals (MOT) in the United States. This position is with the U.S. Army Transportation Command, 832nd U.S. Army Transportation Battalion, Police & Security Division, located at Southport, North Carolina.

Conduct waterside security patrols of U.S. Military, non-military, and foreign ships.

Apply Random Anti-terrorism Measures (RAM) and Force Protection (FP) Conditions at entry points to deter unauthorized access to installation.

Apprehend criminal suspects based on investigative facts and the determination of probable cause.

Intercept and board unauthorized vessels in restricted waters to determine potential criminal threats and safeguard military assets.

Administer lifesaving first aid to stabilize victims during emergencies until medical personnel arrive.

Investigate Intrusion Detection System (IDS) and SCIF alarms to determine probable cause and prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information.

Categorize Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AAE) to ensure proper handling and protect military munitions against sabotage, espionage, theft, or damage.

Direct vehicle and pedestrian traffic at controlled points to ensure orderly movement and prevent accidents during peak hours or special events.

Issue traffic citations and formal warnings to document violations and discourage unsafe driving behavior on the installation.

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone -- no substitution of education for experience is permitted.