• This position will support the Federal Government's response efforts to COVID-19.
• Conducts investigations of crimes and complaints covering a wide range of subjects and allegations that are not within the scope of Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI)...
• ... as determined by the Security Forces Squadron (SFS) and AFOSI detachment commanders and described in AF Instructions.
• Serves as liaison to, coordinates with, and assists other investigating agencies to include local, federal, and military on issues concerning investigations affecting the base.
• Serves as the Evidential and Acquired Property Custodian for SFS. Is the primary custodian for evidence from assigned cases relating to criminal activities and for acquired property in security forces.
• Provides advisory services to other staff offices, managers, supervisors, and employees concerning the security forces investigation program and processes.

Conditions of employment

• Incumbent will be exposed to the day-to day dangers associated with law enforcement
• Incumbent is required to obtain first responder training/certifications required in CPR techniques, self-aid buddy care, and first aid on the job and, maintain annually
• Recurring training is required to keep the incumbent knowledgeable on the updated specialized tactics, techniques and procedures necessary for preparation and response to catastrophic events, terrorist attacks and related threats to installations.
• Ability to employ "Active Shooter" response tactics and techniques and to react to weapons fire
• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• PCS expenses will not be paid
• Recruitment incentives will not be paid
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• This is a Drug Testing Position. The employee is subject to random drug testing (IWA HQ-USAF letter dated 29 Jan 90).
• Incumbent must be qualified in the use of required weapons, as the incumbent will be required to use firearms in performing duties
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Must pass an initial pre-employment medical examination, periodic medical examinations, required physical fitness/physical agility tests including running events, meet established hearing standards and discern colors, contrast, and depth.
• The incumbent must immediately report to his supervisor any significant medical threshold shifts in health status and/or medication requirements
• Employee is required to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty, to include nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, rotating shifts, and recall
• May be required to wear protective clothing such as coats, boots, and vests and/or chemical protective equipment, (e.g. respirator mask)
• Must undergo initial job compatibility assessment
• Incumbent must be able to operate assigned Security Forces Vehicles and installed equipment. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required for the position.

Qualifications

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (CONT)
1. Will be required to carry AF Form 688B, Security Forces Investigator Credentials, in the performance of official duties.
2. This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted after the
occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions.
3. This position is emergency-essential. In the event of a crisis situation, the incumbent, or designated alternate, must continue to
perform the Emergency-Essential duties until relieved by proper authority. The incumbent or the designated alternate may be
required to take part in readiness exercises. This position cannot be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without
seriously impairing the capability of the organization to function effectively. This meets the criteria of an Emergency-Essential
position and requires that the incumbent, or the designated alternate, be removed from any military recall status. Employee must
sign DD Form 2365 as a condition of employment.

This is a Term position NTE 1 OCT 2022; the individual selected for this position may be extended without further competition. Current Federal civilian employees may apply for this position using "Reinstatement" eligibility and if selected, a break in service of at least 4 calendar days may be required prior to appointment to this position.

In order to qualify, you must meet the specailized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Individual Occupational Requirements,Police Series, 0083.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay system. Examples of specialized experience includes: Experience that provided knowledge of a body of basic laws and regulations, law enforcement operations, practices, and techniques and involved responsibility for maintaining order and protecting life and property. Creditable specialized experience may have been gained in work on a police force; through service as a military police officer; in work providing visitor protection and law enforcement in parks, forests, or other natural resource or recreational environments; in performing criminal investigative duties; or in other work that provided the required knowledge and skills.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-08 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.

This is a Term position NTE 1 OCT 2022; the individual selected for this position may be extended without further competition. Current Federal civilian employees may apply for this position using "Reinstatement" eligibility and if selected, a break in service of at least 4 calendar days may be required prior to appointment to this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of investigative concepts, principles, policies, procedures, methods, and techniques to detect, investigate, and resolve crimes, complaints, and allegations of violations of compliance with federal security laws, regulations, or other mandatory guidelines; wrong doing; inappropriate actions; etc.
2. Knowledge of security forces concepts, policies, directives, requirements, procedures, technology, methods, and techniques.
3. Knowledge of custodial practices, procedures, and requirements for identifying, storing, and accounting for evidence.
4. Knowledge of laws and precedents concerning admissibility of evidence; search and seizure; rights of military and civilian suspects; access to information (e.g., the Freedom of Information and Privacy Acts); etc., especially as these relate to security forces functions.
5. Skill in planning and conducting fact-finding interviews and full investigations.
6. Ability to communicate orally and in writing.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

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

How you will be evaluated

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

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

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Applicants who meet the requirements for and apply as a non-competitive eligible that meet minimal qualifications and other requirements of this position, will be given consideration as a non-competitive candidate and will be referred unless blocked by an individual with priority/preference.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.