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LEAD POLICE OFFICER

Air Combat Command

Mountain Home Afb, ID · full time · Lead / Staff / Principal

$55,882 – $72,644

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 5, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This is a supervisory law enforcement position within the U.S. Air Force, leading a team of police officers while performing full-spectrum security and investigative duties on a military installation. The role suits experienced law enforcement professionals ready to move into leadership, manage emergency response operations, and maintain force protection across federal property.

Our summary, not Air Combat Command’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

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What they ask for

Required

  • One year of specialized law enforcement experience at GS-07 level or equivalent
  • Pass formal law enforcement training school and obtain DoD Peace Officer Standardization and Training Certification
  • Obtain and maintain required law enforcement certifications and qualifications (Installation Entry Controller, Patrolman/Security Response Team, Alarm Monitor, BDOC Controller/Dispatcher)
  • Valid driver's license
  • Pass duty position evaluations in specified order
  • Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime
  • Ability to wear body armor, protective gear, and uniform to standards
  • Ability to perform active shooter response and SWAT tactics while wearing protective equipment
  • Obtain and maintain government travel card
  • Meet Air Force time-in-grade requirements
  • Knowledge of law enforcement procedures and federal jurisdiction laws
  • Knowledge of appropriate use of force and self-defense techniques
  • Ability to supervise and assign work to subordinate officers
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

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