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Job SummaryThis position is located within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Office of Security and Preparedness (OSP), Field Operations Division, VA Police Service. This position is located at the Chillicothe VA Medical Center within Police Service.
QualificationsTo qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/08/2026. You may qualify based on your experience and/or education as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-04 grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience includes: Enters, updates, and retrieves information from a variety of computer systems and sensitive databases; Monitors and directs responses to security and life safety communications, radio dispatches, telephone calls, and other emergency communication circuits; Compiles and prepares reports related to events occurring in the operation of the police control center; Utilizes state and national systems to access law enforcement information to support field operations and investigations; Troubleshoots systems when problems arise and resolves issues whenever possible. OR, Education: Applicants may substitute education for the required experience. To qualify based on education for this grade level you must have successfully completed at least 4 years of education above high school in any field for which high school graduation or the equivalent is the normal prerequisite. This education must have been obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical, junior college, college or university. (Transcripts must be submitted for verification). OR, Combination: Applicants may also combine education and experience to qualify at this level. You must have an combination of successfully completed post-high school education (beyond the second year) and experience to meet total qualification requirements at the GS-5 level. This education must have been obtained in an accredited business, secretarial or technical, junior college, college or university. (Transcripts must be submitted for verification) For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
Major DutiesDuties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Performs alarm and access monitoring. Assesses on-scene behavior and determines when it is appropriate to dispatch law enforcement or other personnel to investigate. Operates an established vehicle registration and visitor management program and parking registration and/or photo identification equipment. Monitors and receives routine and emergency calls from a variety of sources that need police, fire, medical, or other emergency services. Monitors and directs responses to security and life safety communications, radio dispatches, telephone calls, and other emergency communication circuits. Operates a variety of communications and security equipment, such as computers, multi-frequency radios, multi-line telephone systems, and other related peripherals. Performs system checks on a variety of equipment used in the dispatch center. Enters, updates, and retrieves information from a variety of computer systems and sensitive databases. Uses the VA Police Software to research information, complete reports and logs, vehicle registrations, etc. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Saturday through Wednesday, 3:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Security Assistant/PD00220A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Physical Requirements: The work is typically sedentary in nature. However, there may be some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of light items such as papers, books, small parts, etc. No special physical demands are required to perform the work. Working on off-tours, rotating shifts, or regular overtime may be required.RequirementsYou must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required. Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.