This position is located within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Office of Security and Preparedness (OSP), Field Operations Division, VA Police Service. The mission of the VA Police Service is to provide law enforcement, protective services, and investigative services to the VA Community, which includes Veterans, federal employees, affiliates, contractors, visitors, and others who receive services, work, or visit VA (VHA, VBA, & NCA) facilities nationwide.
Major Duties: Serves as the alter ego and second-in-command for the Field Chief and fully shares the authorities and responsibilities of the Field Chief. Provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for multiple organizational units within the service line, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and directives from senior leadership.
Evaluates management practices across the service line to ensure consistency, equity, and compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements. Reviews and approves recommendations for staffing actions-including selections, promotions, details, and reassignments-ensuring decisions support workforce planning and succession strategies.
Establishes service line performance benchmarks and ensures subordinate leaders effectively communicate expectations, monitor progress, and provide constructive feedback to their teams. Oversees performance management processes for subordinate managers, ensuring fair and consistent application of rating methodologies across the service line.
Approves or recommends awards, pay actions, and recognition programs within delegated authority to reinforce high performance and employee engagement. Serves as the escalation point for complex employee relations issues, providing guidance on corrective actions and reviewing proposed disciplinary measures for compliance and appropriateness. Collaborates with senior leadership on unresolved matters requiring higher-level intervention.
Identifies service line training and development needs, ensuring managers facilitate opportunities that enhance workforce capability and readiness. Oversees leave administration and staffing plans to maintain operational coverage during peak periods and holidays. Champions a positive, inclusive work environment that adheres to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) principles and fosters employee engagement.
Monitors organizational climate, proactively addressing systemic issues and promoting workplace safety and well-being. Conducts periodic reviews of organizational structure, position descriptions, and resource allocation to optimize efficiency and ensure alignment with mission objectives. Demonstrates commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence through data-driven decision-making and collaboration with senior leadership.
Oversees investigative and enforcement activities, ensuring subordinate managers and supervisors execute responsibilities related to crime prevention, emergency response, and apprehension of offenders in accordance with Title 38, U.S.C., Sections 901 and 902. Establishes standards for conducting investigations, serving warrants, and managing evidence to ensure compliance with legal and procedural requirements.
Provides guidance on complex or multi-jurisdictional cases and coordinates with external law enforcement agencies to resolve high-risk incidents. Reviews and approves investigative reports, ensuring accuracy, adherence to evidentiary standards, and alignment with organizational objectives. Directs systemic compliance reviews and monitors corrective actions to address violations of laws, regulations, and policies.
Ensures investigative findings are documented and communicated appropriately to inform administrative decisions and risk mitigation strategies. Provides executive leadership and strategic oversight for crisis intervention programs within the service line, ensuring effective multidisciplinary responses to Veterans experiencing mental health crises.
Establishes policies and operational frameworks that guide subordinate managers and supervisors in implementing advanced deescalation strategies and leveraging VA resources to achieve optimal outcomes for Veterans in crisis. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm 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#: Supervisory Law Enforcement Specialist/PD00252A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
There is no educational substitution at this grade level. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
Ian.Quentin@va.gov · 928-445-4860 X6720
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $89508 – $116362/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-10-07.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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