Senior Law Enforcement Officer

Company:
Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

As a Law Enforcement Officer, you will report to an Assistant Manager and help protect bank property, valuables, and staff. You are a sworn Federal Police Officer with full arrest powers to enforce federal laws and Federal Reserve policies and regulations, protecting life, property, and assets. You will respond to incidents on bank property and provide emergency services. This position is an essential function of the bank, will be onsite, and may require extended work hours or work during emergencies or crises.

• Operate as a law enforcement officer pursuant to the authority granted by the Board of Governors under Section 11 (q) of the Federal Reserve Act.
• Control pedestrian and vehicle access to the bank facility, patrol the building and grounds, and report unusual or unauthorized activity.
• Maintain proficiency in lethal and non‑lethal weapons, first aid, CPR, fire suppression techniques, civil disorder management, and public relations through training.
• Exercise good judgment on life‑safety matters, including shoot‑and‑don’t‑shoot scenarios and handling of detected weapons or explosives.
• Operate personal computers, access control systems, video surveillance, metal detection, alarm systems, and automated external defibrillators.
• Respond to general alarms, provide emergency service, and follow response protocols until resolution.
• Prepare logs and daily activity reports in prescribed formats.
• Monitor x‑ray and metal detectors or use metal‑detection wands to scan visitors, personal items, and packages for unauthorized objects.
• Authorize visitors, record visitor data on logs, and monitor surveillance equipment, radios, intercoms, telephones, and other specialized equipment.
• Inspect vehicles entering secure areas for unauthorized personnel and contents.
• Assist senior FRLEO or supervisors in conducting initial investigations into accidents and incidents, notify shift supervisors, and perform follow‑up duties as directed.
• Testify in court regarding actions taken, observations made, or written reports.
• Write clear, concise, and grammatically correct police reports documenting any issues or events.
• Access law‑enforcement and bank databases, process intelligence, and fulfill the FRLEO mission within the larger law‑enforcement community.
• Perform duties as assigned or requested.
• Adhere to bank attendance policies through regular and prompt attendance.
• Follow defined procedures and work appropriately in less defined areas, using independent decision making and problem‑solving skills.

• High school education or equivalency required.
• 3+ years of experience in security procedures, law enforcement, public safety, military, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Successful completion of the Basic Law Enforcement Course (BLEC) and the Field Training Evaluation Program (FTEP).
• Must be 21 years of age and a U.S. citizen.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of regulations, procedures, and practices of a specific discipline.
• Ability to perform routine and repetitive tasks.
• Physical ability to lift and carry required equipment.
• Ability to shoot and qualify with department weapon systems.
• Physical ability to pass defensive tactics training.
• Maintain composure and perform appropriately under stressful conditions.
• Knowledge of first aid, CPR, emergency response procedures for fire and active shoot‑er events.
• Ability to respond effectively to emergency situations within the scope of assigned duties.

Salary: $61,500, plus a 10% shift differential for evening and night shifts.

• Medical (4 options), prescription, dental (3 options), and vision insurance with no waiting period.
• 401(k)/Thrift Plan with generous employer match.
• Employer‑funded pension plan.
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Care Spending Accounts (HCSA).
• Life insurance and long‑term disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement.