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Federal law enforcement position performing police work including patrol, criminal investigation, traffic enforcement, and public safety at federal facilities, military bases, and government properties.
Official OPM qualification standards for GS-0083
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Military jobs that transition to GS-0083
Direct path to federal law enforcement. FLETC training often accepted.
Excellent preparation for federal police roles. Base defense experience valued.
Direct translation to federal police officer positions.
Police/Security Guard series for federal protective services.
Direct translation - same law enforcement work in federal setting. MAs commonly transition to federal police positions at DoD installations, VA, and other agencies.
Security series for weapons/armory positions.
Tactical coordination and observation skills transfer. Communications experience valuable.
Good skills transfer for surveillance and patrol. However, police work includes investigations, arrests, court testimony, and community policing that scouts do not perform. Requires FLETC training.
Tactical and weapons skills transfer but requires law enforcement training.
Police officer roles require additional law enforcement training but combat discipline translates well.
Police roles value precision, patience, and tactical skills.
Mathematical precision and coordination transfer to police work.
Vehicle operations and patrol skills transfer to police work.
Police officer roles - transferable security skills.
Police roles value discipline and coordination.
Police and security roles value tactical skills.
Tactical skills transfer but requires FLETC law enforcement training. Many agencies value military discipline and weapons proficiency.
Tactical and weapons skills transfer. Fire direction experience shows analytical capability.
Tactical and discipline skills transfer. Weapons experience valued but requires LE training.
Tactical and security skills transfer. Technical background valued in specialized units.
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Knowledge of laws, regulations, and law enforcement procedures.
Ability to conduct patrol and respond to incidents.
Skill in investigating crimes and gathering evidence.
Knowledge of proper arrest and detention procedures.
Skill in safe handling and use of service weapons.
Ability to use appropriate force and self-defense techniques.
Skill in preparing accurate incident and investigation reports.
Ability to work effectively with the public and community.
Skill in responding to emergencies and crisis situations.
Knowledge of traffic laws and accident investigation.
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