Role Overview:
The Federal Reserve Law Enforcement Officer, Captain oversees and directs all law enforcement operations at our San Francisco office, protecting one of America's most vital financial institutions. This isn't just a law enforcement position – it's an opportunity to serve as both frontline defenders of our five locations and respected ambassadors in the communities we serve.
This leadership role manages the Federal Reserve's Law Enforcement Unit and directs multiple work groups. It performs Lieutenant duties when needed and serves as acting Chief during the Chiefs absence.
Protecting What Matters:
The Twelfth District Law Enforcement provides a secure environment for the Federal Reserve Bank's people, facilities, operations, and assets. Our unique position in law enforcement offers a force protection focus within a team-oriented environment where leadership opportunities and professional growth are encouraged.
Core Responsibilities:
- Lead staff development initiatives and performance management
- Direct daily law enforcement and security operations
- Manage critical projects and departmental initiatives
- Implement comprehensive risk management strategies
- Oversee administrative functions and financial management
- Coordinate emergency preparedness and response activities
Behavioral Proficiencies:
- Collaboration and influence
- Emotional intelligence
- Accountability and achievement
- Innovation and critical thinking
- Resilience and adaptability
- Business acumen
- Strong ethnical judgement
Qualifications:
- A minimum of five years related experience, including at least three years spent in supervisory positions
- Outstanding leadership skills with ability to direct staff through Lieutenants and Sergeants
- Demonstrated expertise in critical situation management, including appropriate use of force
- Strong budge development and administration experience
- Strategic thinking balanced with tactical competence
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across all levels
- Proven ability to mentor, develop, and encourage high-performing teams
- Experience managing sensitive issues and mitigating reputational risks
- Ability to lawfully possess a firearm
- Valid Drivers license
- Ability to acquire and maintain Secret clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
- 5+ years of supervisory/management experience in law enforcement, military, or armed security
- Bachelors degree in criminal justice, public administration or related field
Selection Process:
Candidates undergo a comprehensive evaluation including:
- Fitness-for-duty physical examination
- Psychological assessment
- Detailed background investigation
- Drug screening
- Must pass the six-week Basic Law Enforcement course at one of our Federal Reserve Banks and complete Field Training after graduation
Compensation & Benefits:
Base Salary Range: $138,000 – $168,500 (Location: San Francisco)
Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicants background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographic and other market data.
Benefits package includes:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Matching 401(k)
- Retirement/Pension Plan
- Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts
- Backup Child Care Program
- Paid Family Care Leave
- Generous vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Pet Insurance
Full Time / Part TimeFull time
Regular / TemporaryRegular
Job Exempt (Yes / No)Yes
Job CategoryOperations Family Group
Work ShiftFirst (United States of America)
