Clarification from the agency

You must be a current or former federal employee eligible to apply under merit promotion procedures or otherwise be eligible as a status applicant (e.g. Veterans Employment Opportunity Act) OR be an individual who is eligible through an OPM interchange agreement or for a non-competitive appointment.

It is your responsibility to read the entire announcement carefully before applying and to follow all instructions outlined.

As a Federal Enforcement Officer at the GS-1801-9/11 level, some of your typical work assignments may include:

Duties of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work court security assignments for arraignments, hearings, and criminal and civil trials.
• Provide personal protection inside the courtroom or federal buildings for government officials, attorneys, jurors, witnesses, and other members of the judicial process.
• Oversee detention operations to ensure order and discipline, security, and safeguarding of detainees.
• Search, restrain, provide sustenance, and administer basic medical interventions to inmates.
• Move inmates to and from holding cells to courtrooms and working with external detention or corrections entities, coordinate transportation of inmates to and from the courthouse, airports or other facilities.
• Provide physical transport of inmates, safely and securely, to and from detention facilities, airlift sites, and medical buildings.
• Participate in protective service details of court and government officials, attorneys, jurors, witnesses, etc. as an operator of detail vehicles or in the static security of a residence or building containing a protected person.
• Research and verify the location of a recipient of legal process and work in conjunction with Deputy U.S. Marshals to safely execute the service of process.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in the Federal Workforce
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

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TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENTS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. Example: One year at the GS-7 is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-9 level.

You must submit your SF-50 that shows Time-in-Grade eligibility and reflects your title, series, and grade. No award SF-50 will be accepted; recommended SF-50s include promotions and step increases (within grade increases).

Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.

Conditions of employment

• Must be appointed prior to their 37th birthday.
• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Must undergo pre-employment medical screening and meet the medical requirements.
• Must undergo pre-employment physical fitness testing and receive a passing score prior to attending training.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Must pass an initial Tier 3 background investigation.
• Must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.
• Must complete an initial online application questionnaire and additional assessment(s).
• Must sign a memorandum of understanding which outlines employment conditions for the position.
• Must successfully complete a rigorous basic training program conducted at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, Georgia.
• Must undergo periodic or as needed medical examination and continue to meet the medical requirements for the position.
• Must complete a bi-annual fitness test.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) and subject to random drug testing.
• Must successfully pass periodic background reinvestigations.
• Must carry a handgun and must qualify twice a year in the use of multiple firearms.
• Must be willing to provide sworn statements and testimony in court.
• Must meet all listed qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

Qualifications

• Special Retirement Provisions for Law Enforcement/Maximum Entry Age: The Federal Enforcement Officer is a Primary/Rigorous position covered by the retirement provisions of 5 U.S.C. 8336{c) and 5 U.S.C. 8412{d). Persons making their first entry into a law enforcement position under these authorities must be between the ages of 21 and 36 years of age. The date immediately preceding an individual's 37th birthday is the maximum entry age for original appointment to a position as a law enforcement officer or firefighter position as defined in title 5 U.S.C. 8331(20)(21) or in 5 U.S.C. 8401(14)(17). This age restriction does not apply to those who have prior Federal service in a covered primary law enforcement or firefighter position, or to qualified Veterans' preference eligible regardless of whether they meet the maximum age requirements identified at 5 U.S.C. 3307, unless the hiring agency has determined age is essential to the duties of the job. All applications will be screened for date of birth at the time of initial application.
• This position requires you to carry a firearm and is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment, 18 U.S.C. Section 922(g)(9). Any person convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess any firearm or ammunition. A "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence" is generally defined under the statute as any offense involving the use or attempted use of physical force, or the threatened use of a deadly weapon, committed by the victim's current or former domestic partner, parent, or guardian. The term 'convicted' as defined in the statute, excludes any person whose conviction has been expunged, set aside, or pardoned, or any person whose civil rights have been restored unless the pardon, expungement or restoration of civil rights expressly prohibits the possession of firearms or ammunition.

GL-09: To qualify at this grade level, you must meet ONE of the following:

Specialized Experience: You must have 1 year of experience which is equivalent to at least the Federal GS-07 level, performing the following duties:

1. Conducting detention facility operations and/or holding facility operations to ensure order and discipline, security, and safeguarding of detainees inside a court or building in accordance with established rules, regulations, directives, policies, and procedures; and
2. Providing protective security operations inside the courtroom or building for government officials, attorneys, jurors, witnesses, etc. while ensuring law enforcement compliance; and
3. Assisting with advance security countermeasures and responses; and
4. Preparing to transport detainees by completing requirements. (Must be reflected in resume)

OR

Education: You must have completed (or expect to complete within 9 months) 2 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate study or law school education related to law enforcement. Related fields include: Criminal Justice, Criminology, Homeland Security, Forensic Science, Computer Forensics, Psychology, Sociology, Public Administration, Political Science, Intelligence Studies, or Law. This list is not all inclusive.

OR

You must have completed (or expect to complete within 9 months) all requirements for a Master's degree (or equivalent graduate degrees such as LL.B. or J.D.) with major study in a field related to law enforcement. Related fields include: Criminal Justice, Criminology, Homeland Security, Forensic Science, Computer Forensics, Psychology, Sociology, Public Administration, Political Science, Intelligence Studies, or Law. This list is not all inclusive.

OR

Combination of Experience and Education: You may combine post baccalaureate education and experience to meet the qualification requirements. To determine if the combination of your experience and education meet the qualifications, complete the following steps:

1. Determine your total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required.
2. Determine your education as a percentage of the education required.
3. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent.

GS-11: To qualify at this grade level, you must meet ONE of the following:

Specialized Experience: You must have 1 year of experience which is equivalent to at least the Federal GS-09 level, performing the following duties:

1. Responsible for detention operations and/or holding facility operations to ensure order and discipline, security, and safeguarding of detainees inside a court or building in accordance with established rules, regulations, directives, policies, and procedures; and
2. Providing protective security operations inside the courtroom or building for government officials, attorneys, jurors, witnesses, etc. while ensuring law enforcement compliance; and
3. Monitoring and adhering to security and safety compliance regulations and procedures for court security assignments; and
4. Performing advance security countermeasures and responses; and
5. Responsible for transporting detainees by completing requirements. (Must be reflected in resume)

OR

Education: You must have completed (or expect to complete within 9 months) 3 full academic years of progressively higher-level graduate study or law school education related to law enforcement. Related fields include: Criminal Justice, Criminology, Homeland Security, Forensic Science, Computer Forensics, Psychology, Sociology, Public Administration, Political Science, Intelligence Studies, or Law. This list is not all inclusive.

OR

You must have completed (or expect to complete within 9 months) all requirements for a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree (or equivalent graduate degrees such as LL.M.) with major study in a field related to law enforcement. Related fields include: Criminal Justice, Criminology, Homeland Security, Forensic Science, Computer Forensics, Psychology, Sociology, Public Administration, Political Science, Intelligence Studies, or Law. This list is not all inclusive.

OR

Combination of Experience and Education: You may combine post baccalaureate education and experience to meet the qualification requirements. To determine if the combination of your experience and education meet the qualification, complete the following steps:

1. Determine your total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required.
2. Determine your education as a percentage of the education required.
3. Add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100 percent.

When citing your education and/or experience, be clear and specific. We cannot make assumptions about your education and/or experience. If your transcripts and/or resume do not support your application questionnaire answers, you may not receive credit for your response(s).

You MUST indicate the grade(s) for which you wish to be considered. You will only be evaluated for the grade(s) selected on your application. If you select GS-11 as the lowest grade you are willing to accept and do not qualify, you cannot be considered for the GL-09.

How you will be evaluated

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

Once the application process is complete, your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, transcripts, supporting documents), and the responses you provided on the application questionnaire. If your responses are not supported by your application materials, you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If referred, all relevant documents including performance appraisals and incentive awards submitted with your application will be available to the selecting official for review and consideration.

The application process involves 3 separate evaluations:

• Applicant Questionnaire
• Online Assessment Battery
• Minimum Qualifications Review

To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and application questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The assessment battery measures critical competencies required to perform the job. The assessment battery includes cut scores based on the minimum level of required proficiency in these critical competencies. You must meet or exceed the cut score on each assessment in the battery to be considered. You will not be considered for the position if you score below the cut score on one or more assessments in the battery or fail to complete the assessment battery. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on the online assessment may also result in your removal from consideration. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

• Integrity/Honesty
• Interpersonal Skills
• Reasoning
• Self-Management
• Stress Tolerance
• Teamwork

If you are qualifying based on experience, subject matter experts will review the work experience inyour resume to determine your technical qualifications for the position based on the specialized experience and competencies stated in the qualifications section above.

If you are qualifying based on education, your transcripts and/or resume will be reviewed to determine if the education and/or experience directly reflects the competencies stated in the qualifications section above.

Applicants will enter a multi-hurdle process involving the following steps:

1. Once the initial application process is complete, a review of your application package will be conducted to determine your eligibility and to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
2. Applicants who meet the eligibility requirements, submit all required documents, and meet the cut score if applicable, will have their application reviewed by subject matter experts to confirm minimum qualifications are met. This review will be conducted on a pass/fail basis.

If you are found to be among the top candidates, you may be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. If referred, all relevant documents including performance appraisals and incentive awards submitted with your application will be available to the selecting official for review and consideration.