Job Description:

The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco believes in the diversity of our people, ideas, and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive culture that is representative of the communities we serve.

Federal Reserve Law Enforcement Officer - Phoenix

It's about respect and recognition from your peers. It's you. At the Federal Reserve Bank, we operate as part of the nation's bank, helping to shape policies that enable people to purchase homes, send their children to school, and to live greater lives. It's a good feeling, knowing that your work holds such meaning. It's an even better feeling, knowing that you're doing so with a team that recognizes the talents that make you unique. Join us today.

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding position? Look no further.

Essential Job Functions:

As a Federal Reserve Law Enforcement Officer, upon successful completion of training and certification, you will operate as a Law Enforcement Officer pursuant to the authority given the Board of Governor's by Section 11 (q) of the Federal Reserve Act. In this critical capacity, you are charged with protecting and safeguarding the Bank's grounds, property, operations, employees, and other individuals on premises. You may be involved in making arrests and/or detaining individuals committing criminal acts on the premises, and providing testimony as required by law. Federal Reserve Law Enforcement Officers may also serve on our emergency response or emergency medical teams, or work special assignments such as Executive and Dignitary Protection, VIP Security, or provide professional armed escort for staff/valuables outside the facility as assigned by law enforcement management. Other duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Monitor metal detectors, and utilize hand-held metal detection wands and x-ray machines to scan visitors and packages for weapons and other unauthorized items.
• Control entry of persons and vehicles entering beyond the Bank's public accessible areas, including parking structures, security court, or assigned valuables handling areas, and monitor surveillance equipment, intercoms, telephones, radios, and other specialized equipment.
• Operate law enforcement/emergency equipment when appropriate, such as issued firearms, emergency rescue, medical and firefighting equipment, post access consoles and portable radios.
• Patrol building and report any unusual situation or unauthorized individuals, and safeguard sensitive data and valuables through direct observation during regular patrol rounds.
• Respond to general alarms, fires, or other immediate threats to life and property to establish immediate law enforcement presence and secure building until emergency situations are resolved.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or successful completion of GED.
  
  

Due to the physically demanding, critical and sensitive nature of these positions, the following minimum qualifications are also required:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
  
  
• Must have a valid State Driver's License.
• Must not have been convicted of any felony, or have any record of court-ordered community supervision or probation for a criminal offense within the last ten years, and must not be currently under indictment for any criminal offense.
• Must never have been convicted of any domestic violence offense that precludes authority to possess a firearm, or otherwise be prohibited by any existing State or Federal statute from possessing firearms or ammunition.
• All Federal Reserve Law Enforcement Officers must pass a fitness-for-duty physical examination, psychological examination, background check, and drug screen. This process can take three to five months to complete.
• Must be able to demonstrate physical strength, stamina, agility, and balance to employ physical control techniques to restrain and detain uncooperative and resistant subjects and defend self and others from physical assaults.
• Must be able to perform the physically demanding responsibilities of the position, including, but not limited to, regularly standing, walking, or climbing several flights of stairs, sitting at an observation post, occasionally required to run, climb, crouch or crawl.
• Must have ability to frequently lift 25 to 50 lbs. with occasional lifting of 100 lbs. or more
• Will be exposed to weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, or acts of violence.
• Must have the ability to carry firearms and other law enforcement equipment, which could be retained on the officer's duty belt.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The demonstrated ability to maintain composure and perform reliably under pressure, to understand and carry out complex oral and written instruction, and demonstrate effective oral/written communication skills are required.

Demonstrated good judgment, interpersonal, and customer service skills, and the ability to maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive information. This is a 24/7 operation and all Federal Reserve Bank Law Enforcement Officers must be able to work on any shift, and work overtime as needed. Some travel may be required. Advanced notice will be provided when travel is needed. Local candidates preferred; no relocation assistance provided.

*APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED NO LATER THAN May 4, 2021.

**Selected candidates subject to special background investigation procedures.

The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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