This position serves as a Police Officer at the Tucson VA Medical Center in Tucson, AZ. The Police Officer will carry out a comprehensive range of law enforcement responsibilities, including adherence to and implementation of applicable policies, regulations, and procedures related to law enforcement, security operations, patrols, control desk duties, coordination with local courts, and crime prevention activities within the community.
Duties include but are not limited to: Protects the civil rights of all individuals on VA controlled property; Prevents, detect and investigate crimes; Patrols assigned areas on foot or by motor vehicle; Subdues persons causing disturbance or who threaten harm to themselves or others; Follows rules/procedures concerning search and seizure of evidence and contraband; Obtains search and arrest warrants; Arrests violators; Provides basic first aid and CPR prior to arrival of emergency medical personnel; Prepares report of activities and events that occurred during shift; Performs traffic control; and Assists citizens in emergency situations; Performs other related duties as assigned.
Designated Drug-Testing Position: Applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test result is received.
Physical Requirements: The work requires, on a regular and recurring basis, considerable and strenuous physical exertion such as running, frequent climbing of multiple flights of stairs, and carrying items weighing over 50 pounds. It requires stamina, physical agility, dexterity, and the strength to pursue, apprehend or detain persons who are often uncooperative, assaultive, and/or armed.
Work Schedule: Candidates must be willing to work weekends, irregular work hours and extended hours if determined by the needs of the service. Furthermore, candidates must be willing to be placed, detailed, or temporarily assigned to other related services and/or locations, if necessary. Compressed/Flexible: Compressed schedule is not approved. Telework: This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Police Officer/PD99268S Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not approved. Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized.
There is no educational substitution at this grade level.
Cesar.RuizJimenez@va.gov · 562-826-8000 X16245
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $64005 – $83206/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-16.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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