Police Officer

Police Officer Job Type:

Full Time Arlington, VA Pentagon Force Protection Agency Salary:

$79,169 - $136,994 per year

Closing Date:

12/08/2026

Position Summary:

This position is located in the PFPA, Law Enforcement Directorate, Pentagon Police Division. As a Police Officer, the primary responsibilities are force protection, security, and law enforcement in the NCR for the people, facilities, infrastructure, and other resources at the Pentagon Facilities. The incumbent serves on the Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Counter Assault Team (CAT) performing a full range of police officer functions in addition to ERT and CAT duties and responsibilities.

Essential Functions:

Serves as an Operator for the PFPA Emergency Response Team (ERT), responding and mitigating high threat critical incidents and/or Counter Assault Team (CAT), responsible for providing tactical support to the Secretary of Defense and senior DoD officials around the NCR. Participates in neutralizing ground assault, unmanned aerial threats, protected extraction techniques and tactical medicine. The employee patrols a designated area to preserve law and order; investigates complaints, disturbances, accidents, and reported criminal activities; testifies in court. Responds to emergency and routine calls which may involve dangerous personnel or personnel who have committed felonies. Checks badges and identification cards of incoming personnel. Performs searches of individuals and hand carried items for weapons, narcotics, explosives, and other illegal contraband. Operates official government vehicles, including sedans, sport utility vehicles, and vans in various weather conditions. Conducts preliminary investigations of surveillance and suspicious persons on and around the Pentagon Reservation.

Requirements:

U.S. Citizenship is required Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration) Total salary varies depending on location of position May be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period Must be determined suitable for federal employment Required to participate in the direct deposit program This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing The employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). A Special Background Investigation (SBI) is required with favorable adjudication by a determining authority. The employee must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license from the jurisdiction where he or she resides. The employee must meet requirements of "Lautenberg Agreement" which outline rules regarding carrying of firearms. The employee must qualify bi-annually with assigned weapon(s). This position is subject to recall 24/7 and the employee is required to work shifts; days off vary. The employee must have passed the PPD/ERT Basic SWAT Operators Course or equivalent SWAT/Tactical Operators Course. The employee must pass the PPD/ERT Bi-Annual Tactical Physical Fitness Test. This position is authorized for the Domicile-to-Duty Transportation Program. Domicile-to-duty mileage is limited to operators living within 50 driving miles, one way of their duty location. Retention in this position is contingent upon the successful completion and passing of all agency-trained requirements. This includes "Introduction to Field Training Programs" and any other FTO training requirements. Police Officers assigned to 'Special Units" may be eligible for an additional 6% supplement (Special Unit Pay) upon successful completion of required training. As a police officer representing PFPA, it is essential that the employee present a professional and competent image, with a clean, neatly pressed uniform or attire. The employee assigned to this position is designated as a

MISSION ESSENTIAL EMPLOYEE.

The employee must be in a constant state of physical readiness and must be capable of demonstrating maximum physical exertion without warning. This position requires the employee to take and pass annual medical and physical fitness examinations.

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