Do you have a passion for public service? The US Secret Service (USSS) is looking for you! The USSS is a premier law enforcement organization with dual critical national security missions: protect our nation’s leaders and to conduct criminal investigations. The USSS is seeking to hire talented physical scientists in its Forensic Services Division to support counterfeit or criminal investigations carried out by the Secret Service.
Summary
Do you have a passion for public service? The US Secret Service (USSS) is looking for you! The USSS is a premier law enforcement organization with dual critical national security missions: protect our nation’s leaders and to conduct criminal investigations. The USSS is seeking to hire talented physical scientists in its Forensic Services Division to support counterfeit or criminal investigations carried out by the Secret Service.
All United States citizens, nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the United States; and Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) eligible (only applicable if you have worked in the Federal government).
The Physical Scientist, GS-1301-13, in the Forensic Services Division:
Performs research and validation part of the quality assurance program; ensures critical elements are met to maintain status of the accrediting body; and ensures quality and conformance with lab policies and procedures.
Provides complex technical examinations and develops solutions that would have practical application in forensic examinations.
Serves as a team member/coordinator for teams dispatched to crime scenes; and collects, preserves and analyzes evidence while maintaining chain of custody and integrity of the evidence from collection to final disposition.
Serves as an expert witness in court proceedings; plans, coordinates, and conducts technical research projects; and drafts and reviews reports, recommendations, standard operating procedures and guidelines.
Conducts training for developmental level specialists; and serves as a technical expert and liaison.
Obtain and maintain a Tier 5 Top Secret; submit to a polygraph examination prior to your appointment; pass a drug test (urinalysis) and certify you have registered with the Selective Service System if you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, or certify you are exempt from having to do so under Selective Service law.
Qualifications
You must demonstrate at least one (1) year of the defined specialized experience and meet the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR).
Specialized experience is defined as performing duties equivalent to the GS-12 level such as:
GS-13: analyzing complex technical forensic analyses; serving as a team coordinator for laboratory audits; planning and coordinating method development projects to improve quality assurance within the laboratory; coordinating and conducting training for developmental level specialists; preparing written reports based on quality assurance matters; and testifying as an expert witness in the area of technical forensic discipline.
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OPMs Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) is defined as:
Accrediting institutions recognized by the United States https://www.ed.gov/
Education
See Qualifications section
Additional information
Our team members continue a tradition of excellence – whether investigating financial crimes or protecting national and visiting foreign leaders. In the USSS we serve the country with duty, loyalty, justice, integrity, and courage.
The Office of the Investigations, Forensic Services Division (FSD), is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating forensic science activities in the Secret Service to include: analyses of questioned documents, fingerprints, false identification, credit cards, voice identification, and related forensic science areas; the administration of a polygraph examination program conducted in field offices nationwide; and the analysis and preparation of photographs/evidence for court appearances.
Your resume may be shared with other Secret Service offices/divisions if additional vacancies occur within the Secret Service.
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.
This position is covered by Administratively Uncontrollable Overtime (AUO) and additional compensation may be paid at the rate of up to 25% of the base salary.
The USSS offers its employees a wide range of benefits including:
Low-cost Federal health and life insurance
Paid Holidays
Leave for personal, recreational, and health needs
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) Plan)
Flexible work schedules
Telework
Transit and child care subsidies
Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
Training and development
Recruitment bonus or relocation bonus may be available
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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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.
This position is covered by Administratively Uncontrollable Overtime (AUO) and additional compensation may be paid at the rate of up to 25% of the base salary.
The USSS offers its employees a wide range of benefits including:
Low-cost Federal health and life insurance
Paid Holidays
Leave for personal, recreational, and health needs
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) Plan)
Flexible work schedules
Telework
Transit and child care subsidies
Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment
Training and development
Recruitment bonus or relocation bonus may be available
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.
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.
Instructions for Submitting Resumes and Applicable Documents
All resumes, unofficial college transcripts, and certifications should be submitted to Physci@usss.dhs.govand include work experience in month/year format (MM/YYYY), reflecting starting date and ending date, and include the number of hours worked per week. You must submit transcripts.
Special Priority Selection rights under ICTAP: Submit a copy of your agency notice, copy of your most recent performance appraisal (with at least a satisfactory rating), and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. To be considered well qualified, you must meet the specialized experience and OPM's Individual Occupational Requirements as listed in the Qualifications Section. The subject line of your email should state ICTAP. The subject line of your email should state ICTAP.
United States Secret Service (DHS-USSS)
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Please apply online
Washington, District of Columbia 20223
United States
Next steps
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your eligibility.
You will only be contacted if your resume is deemed to meet the OPM Qualification Standard and if you are selected for an interview. Otherwise, you will be notified at the conclusion of the open period.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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.
Instructions for Submitting Resumes and Applicable Documents
All resumes, unofficial college transcripts, and certifications should be submitted to Physci@usss.dhs.govand include work experience in month/year format (MM/YYYY), reflecting starting date and ending date, and include the number of hours worked per week. You must submit transcripts.
Special Priority Selection rights under ICTAP: Submit a copy of your agency notice, copy of your most recent performance appraisal (with at least a satisfactory rating), and your most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. To be considered well qualified, you must meet the specialized experience and OPM's Individual Occupational Requirements as listed in the Qualifications Section. The subject line of your email should state ICTAP. The subject line of your email should state ICTAP.
United States Secret Service (DHS-USSS)
Please read entire announcement
Please apply online
Washington, District of Columbia 20223
United States
Next steps
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your eligibility.
You will only be contacted if your resume is deemed to meet the OPM Qualification Standard and if you are selected for an interview. Otherwise, you will be notified at the conclusion of the open period.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
