Veterans Recruitment Appointment
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As a veteran, you may be able to capitalize on your military experience and fast track your application to become a Police Officer with the Pentagon Force Protection Agency (PFPA), by applying through the Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA) program. You may apply through VRA at any time. You don’t need to wait for a job announcement in USAJOBS.com
Check below to see if you qualify for VRA and call one of our recruiters today.
What is the Veteran Recruitment Appointment?
VRA is a special hiring authority designed just for veterans that allows our Agency to non-competitively appoint an eligible veteran. An eligible veteran DOES NOT need to wait for a USAJOBS announcement before applying.
You may qualify under VRA if you:
- served during a war or are in receipt of a campaign badge for service in a campaign or expedition; OR
- are a Disabled Veteran, OR
- are in receipt of an Armed Forces Service Medal for participation in a military operation, OR
- are a recently separated veteran (within 3 years of discharge), AND
- separated under honorable conditions (honorable or general).
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WHAT ELSE DO I NEED TO KNOW TO QUALIFY FOR VRA AS A PFPA POLICE OFFICER?
You must demonstrate at least one (1) year of law enforcement and/or security experience on your resume.
If separating from Active Duty, you will need a Statement of Service Letter showing your separation date and type of discharge.
Retired members of the Armed Forces are required to wait at least 180 days before being appointed to a civilian position in DOD.
You’re a veteran who has much to offer. Why choose PFPA?
PFPA Officers, who are U.S. military veterans, describe how they joined the team.
Over 60% of Pentagon Police Officers are veterans.
Many of them applied under the VRA program.
Officer David Ratliff, U.S. Army veteran, and others explain how
easy the VRA process was for them to join the Agency.
Pentagon Police Chief Woody Kusse explains why
military veterans are a valued asset at PFPA.