District Law Enforcement and Security Manager

The District Law Enforcement (LE) Manager serves as a senior law enforcement and security official within a defined area of multi-state region. Accountable for providing operational leadership and direction regarding all law enforcement and security related matters within the assigned area to VA Police Chiefs and staff. This position is for Region 1 District 1, selectee will be required to report to one of the listed VAMC/HSC locations.

This position is directly accountable for providing operational leadership and direction regarding all law enforcement and security related matters within the assigned area to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Police Chiefs and staff. The position exercises initiative and executive leadership in creating and coordinating change management initiatives and maintaining programs. Represents the Regional Law Enforcement Director in their absence. Ensures all organizational programs and plans, based on new, progressive policies, are systematically integrated into an overall operational model. Establish processes for the field to execute, that Police Services towards the accomplishment of strategic goals. Responsible for the operation, direction, and control of the law enforcement and physical security activities of all Veteran Affairs Medical Centers/Health Care Systems, Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC), Veterans Benefit Administration Offices, and local National Cemetery Administration properties within assigned area. Perform a variety of operational duties in extremely complex and distinctively separate administrations that deliver healthcare, benefits and memorial affairs, which are constantly evolving and provide services to Veterans within a large geographic area. Serve as a principal advisor to the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) Director, Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) Regional Director and National Cemetery Administration (NCA) Memorial Integrated Service Network (MISN) Director for all operational law enforcement and security related matters. Conduct or oversee complex white-collar crime investigations alleged against VA Police Service staff for possible violations such as fraud, bribery, improper and false claims, violations of civil rights, embezzlement, kickbacks and excessive use of force. Assist in the conduct of regular examinations or studies of programs and staff performance to identify and report operating conditions and Police misconduct that have actual or potential adverse effects upon VA objectives and reputation; reflect inadequate standards of Police Service employee behavior, integrity, and adequacy; indicate lack of compliance with policies and regulations; and/or involve lapses or abuses of authority. Perform difficult and complex administrative investigations of mismanagement, conflict of interest, and/or unethical behavior and assist in special studies and cases involving misconduct of VA Police staff. Prepare reports, based on analysis and evaluation of evidence, that contain statements, facts, evidentiary documents, and records developed during course of an investigation and the position makes recommendations for appropriate action. Provide policy guidance and oversight on the distribution and allocation of available resources and is a key point of contact for the Network Director and the Office of Chief of Police. Communicate the status of systemic and significant issues within the area and provides operational updates to ensure compliance with Police Service and security regulations, directives and standard operating procedures that are established as well as recently introduced. Serve as a principal advisor to the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) Director, Veterans Benefits Administration (VBA) Regional Director and National Cemetery Administration (NCA) Memorial Integrated Service Network (MISN) Director for all operational law enforcement and security related matters. Chair or participate in planning, financial and operation committees and boards. Oversee, through Chiefs of Police, criminal investigations, operations and protective intelligence products that interface with higher headquarters within all Administrations. Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Maybe available Telework: Maybe available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: PD18717A Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

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 You may be required to serve a probationary period 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. Position must display operational skills and proficiency in handling firearms. Required to perform a semi-annual weapons qualification test commensurate with assigned duties and responsibilities. Position will be required to carry the duty firearm and associated law enforcement equipment. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a one year probationary period or two 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 one year probationary period or two year trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.