Marine Corps Law Enforcement Program (MCLEP)

The Law Enforcement Intern Program (LEIP) and subsequently the Law Enforcement Intern (LEI) is designed to provide a pathway for service members desiring to serve their community providing safety and security while learning the intricacies and challenges faced by LE personnel aboard the installation. LEI will be immersed in a multitude of training areas including criminal justice fundamentals, community policing strategies, use of force application, search and seizure, defensive tactics, access control, force protection, and non-lethal weapon proficiency.

Law Enforcement Operations- General understanding of core material Interpersonal. Communication Skills- General understanding of core material Use of Force- General understanding of core material; written exam qualification Weapon Familiarization (M9 Beretta and M1014 Shotgun): practical exam qualification. Detain & Transport Offenders-General understanding of core material Defensive Tactics- General understanding of core material OC Exposure Course- Practical exam qualification Law Enforcement History- General understanding of core material Functions of Law Enforcement- General understanding of core material Community Policing- General understanding of core material Law Enforcement Liability- General understanding of core material Police Ethics- General understanding of core material Force Protection- General understanding of core material Terrorism Awareness- General understanding of core material Stress Management- General understanding of core material Authority and Jurisdiction- General understanding of core material Law Enforcement Conditioning and Survival- General understanding of core material National Incident Management System (NIMS)- General understanding of core material; written exam qualification CPR, First Aid, Bloodborne Pathogens- Written / practical exam qualification Restraint Devices- General understanding of core material Batons- General understanding of core material Search and Seizure- General understanding of core material Building and Area Searches- General understanding of core material Vehicle Searches- General understanding of core material Law Enforcement Communications- General understanding of core material Police Information Systems- General understanding of core material Record Police Information- General understanding of core material Alarm Response-General understanding of core material Escort Procedures- General understanding of core material Juveniles- General understanding of core material Traffic Stops- General understanding of core material Introduction to Calls for Service-General understanding of core material Drug Identification- General understanding of core material Introduction to Emergency Response Protocols- General understanding of core material Active Shooter- General understanding of core material Explosive Threats- General understanding of core material Traffic Control- General understanding of core material Crimes against Persons- General understanding of core material Crimes Against Property- General understanding of core material DUI Recognition and Enforcement- General understanding of core material Personnel ID and Entry-Access Control- General understanding of core material Field Interviews/Frisks- General understanding of core material Collection of Fingerprints and DNA- General understanding of core material Emergency Vehicle Operations- Written / Practical Exam qualification

You must be a US Citizen. You must be determined suitable for federal employment. You must participate in the direct deposit pay program. You must be at least 18 years of age. You must be able to read, write, and speak English. New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. The DON does not employ individuals for Law Enforcement Officer positions who have been convicted of a crime of domestic violence on or after 27 November 2002. You must submit DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms before appointment. This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. You will be required to sign a DD-Form-2760, Qualification to possess firearms or ammunition.You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final SECRET security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. You must pass a National Agency Check and local background check. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or pass the test. You will be subject to random testing. You must pass a sanctioned physical agility test and medical evaluation and pass periodic re-test as required. You must pass all sanctioned job compatibility/psychological examination. You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination. You must meet medical standards for Police Officers in DOD 6055.05M and NMCPHC-TM-OM 6260.You must carry a firearm. You must meet the qualifications and be certified to carry a firearm. You will need to maintain firearm proficiency. If you are conducting law enforcement operations in navigable waters, you must attend the Inland Boat Operator Training Program at FLETC or similar course. You may be required to respond to off base circumstances as directed by the installation commander, in accordance with USMC and DOD policy. You must wear a uniform, maintain program height and weight appearance, and grooming standards per Marine Corps Orders/policies. This is a Mission Essential position. You will be required to ensure organization or facility continuity of operations and/or completion of tasks that are considered essential to the mission designated by a local or command decision. As first responders to chemical/biological attacks, you must be able to train and wear protective equipment to include mask, suit, boots, and gloves. You must possess and maintain a valid state drivers license and be able to maintain a U.S. Government emergency vehicle operators license.This position does not meet the definition of Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) position and is excluded from coverage as LEO for purposes of the Federal Employment Retirement System-Base Annuity IAW 5 CFR, Part 842, Subpart H.This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. Failure to meet conditions of employment may result in disciplinary action or termination.