Police Officer (instructor)
Department of the Navy
Summary
You will serve as a Police Officer (INSTRUCTOR) in the Force Protection of Nas Meridian Sec Det.
Duties
- You will develop law enforcement approaches and methods of instruction to verify the curriculum meets course objectives.
- You will serve as a firearms range control officer in the operation of a range program for a Practical Weapons Course (PWC) or Firearms Training System (FATS).
- You will propose career development plans (e.g., training requests, utilization proposals) to enhance career of law enforcement employees.
- You will coordinate with other federal law enforcement instructors to develop different approaches and methods of instruction.
- You will facilitate classroom studies for law enforcement personnel using instruction techniques or formats (e.g., role playing, simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, lectures).
Required Documents
Prepare these documents before applying. Always confirm the exact list on the official announcement, as requirements vary by position:
- You are required to provide documentation that supports the eligibility and qualification claims made in your resume.
- Cover letter is optional.
- A complete resume is required.
- Your resume must show relevant experience, job title, duties and accomplishments.
- Your resume must show complete information for each job entry to support minimum qualifications.
- TIP: A good way to ensure you include all essential information is to use the Resume Builder in USAJOBS to create your resume.
- For GS positions, to be considered for a promotion, you must provide Sf-50(s) that shows you held the next lower GS grade for at least one year.
About this role
The Police Officer (instructor) position with the Department of the Navy is based in Meridian, Mississippi. You will serve as a Police Officer (INSTRUCTOR) in the Force Protection of Nas Meridian Sec Det. The role pays $61,722 to $80,243 per year.
Day to day, the work involves you will develop law enforcement approaches and methods of instruction to verify the curriculum meets course objectives. The full list of duties, conditions, and required documents appears in the official announcement linked on this page.
Who should apply
Review the announcement's Qualifications section closely, since it defines exactly what federal law enforcement and security experience this Police Officer (instructor) position requires. Match your federal resume directly to the announcement's wording so a reviewer can confirm each requirement in writing. For this Police Officer (instructor) position with the Department of the Navy in Meridian, Mississippi, confirm you meet each requirement before applying.
How competitive it is
The posted pay of $61,722 to $80,243 per year places this in a competitive but attainable range for qualified applicants. Based in Meridian, Mississippi, it competes within that local market, which can mean lighter competition than major metropolitan postings. The announcement closes on June 26, 2026, and federal postings can close early once enough applications arrive, so applying promptly is wise.
This overview is general guidance from Job Army to help you understand the role. Always read the official announcement for exact duties, qualifications, and requirements before applying.