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These positions will be filled through the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority for the occupation and is open to all U.S. citizens.

Duties

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As a Deportation Officer at the Entry Level you will work with more experienced officers to provide support and perform the following segments of work related to immigration investigation, custody, identification and location, arrest, prosecution and deportation:

Assist with the apprehension of individuals that are accused of violating immigration or related laws;
Assist with preparing investigative reports in sufficient detail and accuracy to support possible prosecution and/or administrative action;
Perform law enforcement support duties such as taking fingerprints and photographs;
Conduct routine interviews; using various law enforcement methods and techniques (e.g., observation, interviews, document inspection, data analysis, etc.) to respond to a variety of immigration inquiries and complaints; and
Document, transport, deport, and/or escort criminal and non-criminal aliens under the guidance of a more senior officer.
Initiate both criminal and civil prosecutions, and deport aliens to foreign countries as well as performing various aspects of custodial operations related to civil immigration enforcement.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position. Candidates must present proof of citizenship if selected.
You must successfully pass a background investigation.
Satisfactory completion of a drug test is a condition of placement into the DO position. We will schedule, provide, and pay for the drug test. DOs are subject to random and announced drug testing.
Selective Service registration required.
Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required
Requirements by Closing Date: Unless otherwise noted, you must meet all requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
This is a full-time permanent position (Career/Career-Conditional appointment). Upon appointment to this position, you will be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
You must pass a Medical Exam and Physical Fitness Test. A mandatory pre-employment physical fitness test (PFT) will be used to screen applicants who are required to attend the ICE Basic Immigration Enforcement Training Program.
Age Requirement
Relevant Experience (see Qualifications Section)
Willingness to perform the essential functions of the Deportation Officer position as listed in the Assessment Questionnaire
ICE has designated this position for polygraph testing, which you may be required to submit to and successfully complete as a pre-employment requirement.
Requirement to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
You will be required to carry a firearm while performing the duties of this position. Maintaining firearm proficiency is also mandatory.
This position requires the selectee to carry a firearm. Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition (Title 18, U.S.C. Section 922 (g) (9)).
Essential Functions Requirement: As part of the basic qualifications determination you must confirm that you possess the abilities and characteristics important to DO positions.
Candidates selected will be required to successfully complete a 5-week Spanish Language Training Program. Failure to complete the Spanish language training will result in removal from the DO position.
Candidates selected will be required to attend the ERO Basic Immigration Law Enforcement Training Program located at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC). DO training is approximately 13 weeks in duration.
Applicants who have completed HSI Special Agent Training, Border Patrol Integrated, and CBP Officer Training will be exempted from attending BIETP, but will be required to attend the Deportation Officer Transition Program (DOTP)
Additional requirements located under "ADDITONAL INFORMATION"

Qualifications

GL-5: You qualify for the GL-5 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience, one year of which was equivalent to the GS-4 level or above, in the Federal government. The experience must demonstrate: the ability to analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; plan and organize work; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and deal effectively with others in person-to-person situations. (Note: Such experience may have been gained in administrative, professional, technical, investigative, or other responsible work. Experience in substantive and relevant secretarial, clerical, or other responsible work is qualifying if it provided evidence of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the duties of this position. Experience of a general clerical nature, i.e. typing, filing, routine procedural processing, maintaining records, or other non-specialized tasks, is NOT creditable.); OR

Education: Successful completion of a Bachelor's degree or a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a Bachelor's degree for the experience required at the GS-5 grade level. This education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. One year of full-time undergraduate study is defined as 30 semester or 45 quarter hours; OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of successfully completed post-high school education and experience. This will be calculated using your resume and unofficial transcripts or a list of courses/course hours submitted with your application.

GL-7: You qualify for the GL-7 grade level if you possess one of the following:

Experience: One (1) year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-5 level in the Federal government) performing basic trainee level duties such as: conducting interviews and writing basic reports to be included in case records; securing signed statements, affidavits and documentary evidence; searching databases to obtain information; answering general inquiries from federal, state, and local government representatives; and under the guidance of a more experienced officer, providing support for the arrest of individuals accused of violating immigration law; OR

Education: A bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement or 1 academic year of graduate education. To qualify under Superior Academic Achievement, you must have completed the requirements for a bachelor's degree with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale, class standing in the upper third of a graduating class or major subdivision, or membership in a national scholastic honor society; OR

Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of successfully completed graduate level education and experience. This will be calculated using your resume and unofficial transcripts or a list of courses/course hours submitted with your application.

Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification.

National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.

Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

Physical Abilities Assessment: All applicants must pass the PAA prior to graduation from FLETC. The PAA consists of two parts: Criterion Task Test (CTT) and a 1.5 mile run. The CTT consists of a timed obstacle course that involves a vehicle exit, barrier surmount, low crawl, window egree, stair climb, repeat crawl, pre-cuffing position, 175 lbs. dummy drag, repeat barrier surmount, and a sprint. The CTT is then followed by a 1.5 mile run in 14 minutes and 30 seconds or less.

Motor Vehicle Operation: You must possess a valid state driver's license and be able to drive an automobile or light truck. You may also need to obtain and maintain a state commercial driver's license to operate an over-the-road bus capable of transporting 30 or more persons.

Age Restrictions: The date immediately preceding an individual's 40th birthday is the last day to be referred for selection (PL 93-950 and 100-238). However, the age restriction may not apply to individuals who are qualified preference-eligible veterans or who are currently or have previously served in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or 5 U.S.C.§ 8412(d).

Travel: You will be required to travel frequently.

Organizational Location: This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Enforcement and Removal Operations, ERO Field Office.

Geographic Consideration: Applicants may choose as many locations as desired. However, the duty location offered will be based on the needs of the agency and availability of positions and funding. If you decline the location offered, you will be removed from further consideration.

Location: Selectees are required to pay all expenses to initial duty location. Travel expenses for training will be at agency expense.

Education

If education is substituted for experience the education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university. For additional information regarding the substitution of education for experience, click HERE a copy of transcript showing conferred degree along with G.P.A. is required.

Additional information

Requirements by Closing Date: Unless otherwise noted, you must meet all requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

Probationary Period: This is a full-time permanent position (Career/Career-Conditional appointment). Upon appointment to this position, you may be required to serve a one-year probationary period.

Applicants currently serving in the Deportation Officer position are ineligible for appointment under this announcement. This announcement cannot be used for reassignment or transfer purposes.

Salary: The salary range indicated in this announcement will be adjusted to include locality payment for selected duty location. General Schedule locality pay tables may be found under Salaries & Wages.

Promotion Potential: When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.

E-Verify: DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

Suitability: If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.

Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet these standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully obtain and maintain a background investigation for Secret clearance as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a credit check, a review of financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.

Polygraph: ICE has designated this position for polygraph testing, which you may be required to submit to as a pre-employment requirement. If referred for polygraph testing, you will be required to travel to a testing location at your own expense.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, we will rank your application based on your score (70-100) on the USA Hire competency based assessments and writing sample. The competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this job are:

Attention to Detail
Customer Service
Flexibility
Integrity/Honesty
Interpersonal Skills
Learning
Self-Management
Stress Tolerance
Teamwork

Direct Hire Authority: These positions will be filled through the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority. The "Rule of Three", Category Rating and Veterans' Preference will not apply to this vacancy. For more information on Direct Hire Authority, please see: OPM Direct Hire Fact Sheet.

Veterans: Although the Direct Hire Authority permits hiring without regard to Veterans' Preference, applicants who are eligible for Veterans Preference are still encouraged to include that information in their application and submit supporting documentation (i.e. DD-214, or other substantiating documents). This position is not considered scientific/professional. If you are claiming exemption from the maximum age limit based on Veterans Preference you must submit supporting documentation.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not ICTAP eligible. View information about ICTAP eligibility on OPM's Career Transition Resources website. To be considered well qualified under ICTAP, you must be rated at a minimum score of 85 for this position. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement.

Note: One or more positions may be filled using this vacancy announcement. Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.

Required Documents

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To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

Your resume showing a detailed description of your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates with the month and year and hours worked per week (if less than 40) for each paid and non-paid work experience job title listed. For tips on resume writing, please click here: Federal Resume Tips
Other supporting documents (only submit if applicable to you) as outlined below:
Are you qualifying based on education? If you are claiming education as any part of your qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript which shows the list of courses completed, quarter and semester hours earned, G.P.A. and date degree conferred. A diploma is not an acceptable form of documentation. A conferred degree is required at the time of application. If an unofficial transcript is submitted, you may be required to submit an official transcript prior to a final job offer in order to verify educational claim.
Are you a veteran entitled to preference? Submit Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 or other (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) or notice form. Those applying for 10-Point preference must fill out the SF-15 and provide an official document dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces, and/or any other associated documentation based on your preference. If applying based on eligibility under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act, you must submit certification from the Armed Forces that you will be discharged or released from active duty within 120 days from the date on the certification. This must indicate your dates of service, your rank, and confirm that you will be separated under honorable conditions.

Are you claiming special priority selection rights under the Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP/CTAP)? If so, submit:

A copy of your RIF separation notice, notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate, notice of disability annuity termination, or certification from the National Guard Bureau or Military Department that you are eligible for disability retirement;
A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action'', documenting your RIF separation, noting your positions, grade level, and duty location, and/or Agency certification of inability to place you through RPL, etc.;
A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; and
Any documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.
Are you a current or former political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee? Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:

Position title;
Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
Agency; and
Beginning and ending dates of appointment.

Age Requirement Documents: If you are over the age of 40, you will need to submit proof that you are eligible to be considered for the Deportation Officer position. If you are claiming an age waiver based on Federal law enforcement service, you must submit copies of your SF-50s reflecting the beginning and end dates of creditable law enforcement civilian (not military) service under 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or 5 U.S.C. § 8412(d) as well as the Retirement Codes (Block 30). If you are claiming an age waiver based on Veterans' Preference, please provide the documentation outlined on Veterans' Preference Documentation above.

If you are requesting a reasonable accommodation to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, submit documentation to support your request, including the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form found here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/images/9/94/USA_Hire_Reasonable_Accommodation_Request_Form.pdf

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To apply for this position, you must complete the Occupational Questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10526243 and submit the required documentation outlined under the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section.

The complete initial Application must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/18/2019.

PLEASE NOTE: If your materials are not received by the closing date, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible. Also, if you do not provide a valid email address, you may not be notified of the outcome of your application.

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.

Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email. If you need further assistance, contact the Human Resources Office representative listed on this announcement at least one day prior to the closing date for further instructions.

Agency contact information

DSC ENTRY LEVEL

Phone: (214)905-5238
Email: DSC-APPLICANTSTATUS@ICE.DHS.GOV

Address: ERO DIRECTOR
500 12th Street SW
Washington, DC 20536
US

Next steps

Minimum qualifications we will evaluated reviewing the supporting documentation submitted for experience and education. The first 400 applicants to meet minimum qualification will continue in the hiring process and will be required to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment and the Writing Sample.
An email with the link to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment and the Writing Sample will be sent approximately 6 weeks after the close date of the announcement. Applicants will receive an email notification entitled "Online Assessment are Required for announcement DAL-ERO-10526243-DH-MJ" from

USAStaffingoffice@OPM.GOV

which includes the link to the assessments. These assessments must be completed within 48 hours of receiving this email notification.

Applicants who pass the online assessments will be referred for selection. Selected applicants will receive a tentative offer letter via email. Tentatively selected applicants who clear all pre-employment requirements will receive a final job offer with a determined location based on the needs of the agency and the availability of funding and positions.

Any offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) guidance, and Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.

Required Documents

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To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

Your resume showing a detailed description of your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates with the month and year and hours worked per week (if less than 40) for each paid and non-paid work experience job title listed. For tips on resume writing, please click here: Federal Resume Tips
Other supporting documents (only submit if applicable to you) as outlined below:
Are you qualifying based on education? If you are claiming education as any part of your qualifications for this position, you must submit a copy of your transcript which shows the list of courses completed, quarter and semester hours earned, G.P.A. and date degree conferred. A diploma is not an acceptable form of documentation. A conferred degree is required at the time of application. If an unofficial transcript is submitted, you may be required to submit an official transcript prior to a final job offer in order to verify educational claim.
Are you a veteran entitled to preference? Submit Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 or other (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) or notice form. Those applying for 10-Point preference must fill out the SF-15 and provide an official document dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces, and/or any other associated documentation based on your preference. If applying based on eligibility under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act, you must submit certification from the Armed Forces that you will be discharged or released from active duty within 120 days from the date on the certification. This must indicate your dates of service, your rank, and confirm that you will be separated under honorable conditions.

Are you claiming special priority selection rights under the Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP/CTAP)? If so, submit:

A copy of your RIF separation notice, notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate, notice of disability annuity termination, or certification from the National Guard Bureau or Military Department that you are eligible for disability retirement;
A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action'', documenting your RIF separation, noting your positions, grade level, and duty location, and/or Agency certification of inability to place you through RPL, etc.;
A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; and
Any documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.
Are you a current or former political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee? Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:

Position title;
Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
Agency; and
Beginning and ending dates of appointment.

Age Requirement Documents: If you are over the age of 40, you will need to submit proof that you are eligible to be considered for the Deportation Officer position. If you are claiming an age waiver based on Federal law enforcement service, you must submit copies of your SF-50s reflecting the beginning and end dates of creditable law enforcement civilian (not military) service under 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or 5 U.S.C. § 8412(d) as well as the Retirement Codes (Block 30). If you are claiming an age waiver based on Veterans' Preference, please provide the documentation outlined on Veterans' Preference Documentation above.

If you are requesting a reasonable accommodation to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, submit documentation to support your request, including the Reasonable Accommodation Request Form found here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/images/9/94/USA_Hire_Reasonable_Accommodation_Request_Form.pdf

How to Apply

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To apply for this position, you must complete the Occupational Questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10526243 and submit the required documentation outlined under the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS section.

The complete initial Application must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/18/2019.

PLEASE NOTE: If your materials are not received by the closing date, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible. Also, if you do not provide a valid email address, you may not be notified of the outcome of your application.

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.

Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email. If you need further assistance, contact the Human Resources Office representative listed on this announcement at least one day prior to the closing date for further instructions.

Agency contact information

DSC ENTRY LEVEL

Phone: (214)905-5238
Email: DSC-APPLICANTSTATUS@ICE.DHS.GOV

Address: ERO DIRECTOR
500 12th Street SW
Washington, DC 20536
US

Next steps

Minimum qualifications we will evaluated reviewing the supporting documentation submitted for experience and education. The first 400 applicants to meet minimum qualification will continue in the hiring process and will be required to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment and the Writing Sample.
An email with the link to the USA Hire Competency Based Assessment and the Writing Sample will be sent approximately 6 weeks after the close date of the announcement. Applicants will receive an email notification entitled "Online Assessment are Required for announcement DAL-ERO-10526243-DH-MJ" from

USAStaffingoffice@OPM.GOV

which includes the link to the assessments. These assessments must be completed within 48 hours of receiving this email notification.

Applicants who pass the online assessments will be referred for selection. Selected applicants will receive a tentative offer letter via email. Tentatively selected applicants who clear all pre-employment requirements will receive a final job offer with a determined location based on the needs of the agency and the availability of funding and positions.

Any offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) guidance, and Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.