Summary
This position is located within the VA Hudson Valley Health Care System, Police Service. The Law Enforcement Specialist coordinates and supports physical security and infrastructure protection programs to safeguard Veterans, employees, visitors, and VA facilities. The position focuses on security assessments, vulnerability identification, risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and implementation of protective measures to ensure a safe and secure environment.
Duties
Major duties include, but are not limited to: Infrastructure Protection Program Management (60%) Coordinates and manages physical security and infrastructure protection programs across multiple VA facilities and sites of care. Conducts physical security surveys, inspections, vulnerability assessments, and security system audits to identify risks and ensure regulatory compliance. Evaluates physical security systems, including electronic access controls, surveillance systems, intrusion alarms, and other protective measures. Assesses security deficiencies, develops risk mitigation strategies, and recommends corrective actions to safeguard personnel, property, and VA assets. Provides technical guidance and recommendations to facility leadership, Police Services, and Facility Security Committees on physical security requirements and improvements. Monitors security projects and provides technical input on facility construction, renovations, and security system installations. Maintains physical security tracking reports and prepares detailed findings, assessments, and recommendations to ensure timely resolution of deficiencies. Enforcement and Investigations (20%) Investigates suspected violations of applicable laws, regulations, policies, and security requirements. Reviews investigative reports, gathers and evaluates evidence, and documents findings to support appropriate corrective or administrative actions. Conducts inquiries into security incidents and regulatory noncompliance, coordinating with appropriate officials and agencies. Monitors investigations and corrective actions through completion to ensure compliance with established requirements. Crisis Intervention/Suicide Prevention (20%) Participates in crisis intervention activities involving Veterans experiencing behavioral health emergencies or other crisis situations. Applies de-escalation techniques and knowledge of VA resources to support safe and effective crisis resolution. Coordinates with clinical partners, including Suicide Prevention Coordinators, Veterans Justice Outreach Coordinators, and other VA personnel. Collaborates with federal, state, and local public safety agencies to support Veteran-centered crisis intervention and suicide prevention initiatives. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00am - 4:30pm) Telework: This position may be authorized for ad-hoc telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Law Enforcement Specialist/PD00217A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Requirements
You 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. All 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. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 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.
Education
A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education. 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/.
How you will be evaluated
Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), your responses on the application questionnaire, and your responses to all assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following Competencies for this position: Attention to Detail Customer Service Flexibility Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Your experience must be fully documented on your resume and must include job title, duties, month and year start/end dates AND hours worked per week. A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on the online assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.