This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/527109100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position is located under the Office of Strategic Intelligence & Information, Criminal Intelligence Division located in Washington, DC.
03/12/2019 to 03/25/2019
$134,789 - $164,200 per year
GS 15
1 vacancy in the following location:
No
Occasional travel - Occassional Travel required.
Yes— Travel and relocation expenses are authorized and will be paid.
Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
Competitive
15
Yes
No
19-MER-079-ADB
527109100
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Current federal employees of this agency.
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
Applications will be accepted from internal employees only of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives serving under a career or career conditional appointment in the competitive service. Applications will also be accepted from CTAP eligibles. Travel and relocation expenses are authorized and will be paid.
Shares with the Division the overall direction and management of the Divisions five subordinate branches, which are responsible for the strategic and tactical intelligence operations and its computerized information systems. Assists the Division Chief in coordinating the activities of those branches, both within the Bureau and with other Federal, state, local and international agencies.
Determine the need for projects relating to intelligence operations and law enforcement computerized information systems and assigns branch supervisors and/or program managers or district SAC's responsibility for design, implementation and successful completion. Monitors progress of Division special projects, coordinating with the Division Chief, as necessary, to ensure projects are completed on schedule and in accordance with overall objectives.
Advises and consults with the Division Chief, the Assistant Director and Deputy Assistant Director (OSII) , and other management officials both at the Bureau and Department levels on intelligence operations and systems related matters (i.e., the need, status, and effectiveness of the Division's programs, recommendations for improvements, alternative courses of action, and changes in laws, regulations, policy and internal directives). Functions in a primary capacity in the development, interpretation and implementation of policies concerning intelligence operations and systems related services throughout the Office of Law Enforcement.
Directs the development of programs, procedures, regulations, and operational standards for the field organizations with respect to the collection, analysis and dissemination of enforcement related intelligence and the management and/or utilization of computerized information systems within the operational law enforcement environment. Directs significant intelligence operations and ensures that the Division Chief, Assistant Director OSII and the Director are apprised of the status of particularly sensitive or significant developments when warranted. May assume a leadership role in operational investigative activities in extremely complex or sensitive situations.
Assists in determining staffing and funding requirements for input into the budget formulation process on matters relating to the Division's program responsibilities. Evaluates performance of Division staff employees and branch supervisors and reviews evaluations prepared by branch supervisors on subordinate employees. Provides direct input to performance evaluations for the district SAC's as it relates to implementing Division policies and directing programs at the field level.
The time-in-grade requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement. The qualification requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and (for scored examining) score 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at: http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp.
Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.
EEO Statement: The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability (physical and mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, retaliation, or other non-merit based factors.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement: ATF provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the job application and hiring process, and you meet the eligibility requirements listed above, please notify the human resources specialist listed on the vacancy announcement, or contact the ATF’s Office of Equal Employment Opportunity at (202) 648-8760. The decision on granting a reasonable accommodation is handled on a case-by-case basis.
“Federal Regulations state no ATF employee, his/her spouse, or his/her minor child shall have, directly or indirectly, any financial interest, including compensated employment, stock, or proprietary interest in the alcohol, tobacco, firearms or explosives industries. You should be aware that you may be asked to relinquish any ownership of or interests in the alcohol, tobacco, firearms or explosives industries before a determination can be made whether access to ATF information, information technology systems, and/or facilities can be authorized.”
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The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
1. Knowledge of all ATF law enforcement investigative techniques, technical and scientific advancements in the field, and all Headquarters and field operations procedures, in order to develop, manage and direct appropriate policy and program related studies, task forces and working groups.
2. Knowledge of supervisory, administrative and managerial policies and procedures and in depth knowledge of professional management and administrative principles and analytical ability to effectively conduct assessments, surveys, and other complex evaluations and projections regarding integrity issues.
3. Skill in oral and written communications in order to review, prepare and defend investigation reports, make presentations to management and professional groups.
This vacancy is in conjunction with the Special Agent Career Plan ATF O 2311.4B, Paragraph 13, dated February 24, 2015.
PROMOTION TO MID-LEVEL (GS-15) LEADERSHIP. Several positions qualify for this category, such as ASAC, Division Chief, Deputy Division Chief, Chief of Staff, Headquarters SAC, and external representatives. GS-1811-14 special agents are eligible to apply after meeting the below requirements by the closing date of a vacancy announcement:
1) Completion of 52 weeks of continuous HQ service, which includes competitive temporary promotions of this duration or longer. (Prior HQ time is not required for non-ASAC positions).
2) Minimum 8 years as a Special Agent in ATF.
3) Completion of 2 years as a field supervisor of which 1 must be as a GS-1811-14 field enforcement supervisor (RAC/GS to include FIG GS).
NOTE: As of the effective date of this order, GS-1811-15 supervisors that have not met the field supervision criteria who desire reassignment to a GS-1811-15 ASAC position must step down to the field GS-1811-14 position to fulfill eligibility requirements.
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Required Documents (if applicable):
All required materials must be uploaded using the supporting documentation instructions described in the announcement. Prior to selection, the candidate may be required to provide an original copy of any supporting/validating documentation as well as other documentation to verify eligibility.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
After the vacancy closes, the Human Resources Office will use the application package to automatically rate, rank and certify candidates. You can check the status of your application anytime by accessing the USAJOBS online application system at http://www.usajobs.gov. You will need to provide your USAJOBS User ID and Password to access the Track your Online Job Application feature. You may also click on the link provided to access additional information on Career Connector. All applicants will be notified at four (4) stages in the hiring process.
This position will require an interview before the Merit Promotion Board (MPB). If you are contacted for an interview you will be provided specific instructions on that process. Please refer to order ATF B 2311.9 dated 6/7/17 for changes in the new MPB process.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Required Documents (if applicable):
All required materials must be uploaded using the supporting documentation instructions described in the announcement. Prior to selection, the candidate may be required to provide an original copy of any supporting/validating documentation as well as other documentation to verify eligibility.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
After the vacancy closes, the Human Resources Office will use the application package to automatically rate, rank and certify candidates. You can check the status of your application anytime by accessing the USAJOBS online application system at http://www.usajobs.gov. You will need to provide your USAJOBS User ID and Password to access the Track your Online Job Application feature. You may also click on the link provided to access additional information on Career Connector. All applicants will be notified at four (4) stages in the hiring process.
This position will require an interview before the Merit Promotion Board (MPB). If you are contacted for an interview you will be provided specific instructions on that process. Please refer to order ATF B 2311.9 dated 6/7/17 for changes in the new MPB process.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/527109100. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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