Police Officer (Military Ocean Terminal)
- Location:
- North Carolina, Southport
- Requires Relocation:
- No
- Start Date:
- 02/01/2026
- End Date:
- 12/01/2026
- Offering Type:
- Permanent
- Hiring Paths:
- The public
- Service Type:
- Competitive
- Travel Percentage:
- 25% or less
About U.S. Army Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command
Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army. The Army values diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, cultures and skills, which connects employees to organizations that are committed to building an inclusive work environment where they can contribute to their fullest potential. This position is located at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait. The base provides permanent support facilities for American troops in Kuwait, replacing temporary facilities that had been used since the Gulf War. It is a United States Army installation which accommodates elements of the US Air Force, US Navy, US Marine Corps and US Coast Guard. Military personnel from the United Kingdom, Australia, Romania and Poland are also forward deployed there. Camp Arifjan is located south of Kuwait City and Ali AL Salem Airbase, and west of the Shuaiba Port (Military Sea Port of Debarkation/Embarkation, or SPOD) and Kuwait Naval Base (KNB). The weather can be hot and dry with extreme heat in the summer months and mild winters. The base has three base exchanges (AAFES), many fast food restaurants on site, and 3 Military Dining Facilities (DFACs) some of which serve 4 meals daily.
Job summary
This is a Direct Hire Authority solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit & appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: This position is with the Military Surface Deployment & Distribution Command, 596th U.S. Army Transportation Brigade, Police & Security Division, located at Southport, North Carolina. The Department of Army Civilian Police Officer (DACP), serves at the one of two Military Ocean Terminals.
Major duties
Conduct waterside security patrols of U.S. Military, non-military, and foreign ships. Perform protection duties to deter unauthorized access to installation. Exercise search and arrest authority to apprehend suspects Perform required lifesaving first aid in the event of an emergency. Respond to and investigate emergency calls. Protection of life and property on the installation. Maintain qualifications with assigned weapons. Operate a firearm in the performance of duty in accordance with proper procedures. Conduct traffic Law Enforcement patrol using specialized equipment. Establish an incident perimeter to defeat attackers as a member of the tactical team.
Qualification
Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes working on a police force or as a military police officer; knowledge of laws, regulations, law enforcement operations, law enforcement practices and techniques; maintaining order and protecting life and property. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06). Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.
Evaluations
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria (2) be rated well-qualified for the position and; (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. To be considered well-qualified and receive selection priority applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a score of 90 or above. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website