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INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST

Department of the Air Force
Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
1 FIELD INVESTIGATNS RG

Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is: To perform the full range of intelligence operations and research work to support the Air Force Office of Special Investigation's law enforcement mission with criminal intelligence analysis. Prepares finished intelligence reports, collection plans and manuals, and guides for field collectors.

*** Salary ranges include local market supplements ***

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
02/18/2026 to 02/24/2026
Salary
$92,841 to - $120,696 per year
Pay scale & grade
GG 12
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Wright-Patterson AFB, OH
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
12
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
9L-DCIPS-12890701-046305-SG
Control number
857916700

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Clarification from the agency

Position is located at Air Force Office of Special Investigations, 1 Field Investigations Region (1 FIR), Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio. For questions regarding this position contact the AFOSI DCIPS POC at afosi.dpc_dcips.staffingworkflow@us.af.mil.

Duties

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Duty 1 - Conducts analysis supporting criminal investigations and operations involving or relating to subjects/victims of crimes that affect the readiness of personnel. Gathers criminal information, analyzes crime patterns and trends, criminal intelligence information on criminals, makes interpretations and writes comprehensive reports.

Duty 2 - Assists in the direction, coordination, review and evaluation of law enforcement-related activities within AFOSI and coordinates those activities with DoD and national-level agencies.

Duty 3 - Establishes and maintains a current series of liaison contacts with DoD, AFOSI and regional agencies related to law enforcement issues. Interaction with these contacts includes exchanging information and cooperating on matters of mutual interest.

Duty 4 - Represents AFOSI as a subject matter expert on the organization, personnel, activities, and capabilities of entities that pose a criminal threat to the USAF. Demonstrates core competencies to include critical thinking skills, strong collaboration skills, and a customer focus.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required.
  • All new DCIPS employees are required to complete a two-year DCIPS trial period.
  • This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
  • Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide.
  • Overtime may be required as workload demands and in some cases with no-notice due to urgency of time-sensitive matters. Periodic shift work may be required if assigned as a watch-standing analyst.
  • Employee must maintain current certifications.
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments.
  • Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
  • Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume.
  • Leave accrual may be authorized upon request.
  • The incumbent must undergo an internal background investigation by AFOSI and must be approved for duty by the Commander of AFOSI or the Commander's designated representative(s).
  • Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
  • Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

This is a GG-12 position in the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). The GG-12 duties for the Professional work category are at the Full Performance work level and are equivalent to those at the GS-12 level. The selectee's salary will be set within the grade equivalent to a GS/GG grade based on the selectee's qualifications in relation to the job.

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Your resume must reflect the quality level of experience which demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance required for this position. Examples of creditable experience include: Knowledge of a wide range of intelligence concepts governing the DoD law enforcement mission and operations, investigations, and analysis, methodologies of intelligence analysis and research to include statistical methods; link, pattern, and timeline analysis; HUMINT profiling/targeting; and database manipulation. Knowledge of national and state criminal intelligence community structure and responsibilities. Note: Creditable experience may include previous military experience, experience gained in the private sector, or experience gained in another government agency.

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 basic principles and practices of criminal investigations, field operations, crime prevention, and intelligence data gathering used in a law enforcement agency.

2. Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methodologies of intelligence analysis and research to include statistical methods; link, pattern, and timeline analysis; HUMINT profiling/targeting; and database manipulation.

3. Knowledge of national and state criminal intelligence community structure and responsibilities.

4. Skill in producing finished intelligence reports and other products that are responsive to the specific needs of customers, to include: formulating and conducting original research; collating, organizing, and analyzing information; resolving conflicts; and presenting clear and concise findings.

5. Skill in using excellent verbal and written communications skills to include prepare and present statements to high level audiences, expressing thoughts clearly, concisely and logically. Skill in maintaining liaison and coordination with counterpart professionals to ensure requirements are met.

6. Ability to perform extensive research to interpret intelligence data and present the results in customer usable form; and to analyze data and disseminate finished intelligence.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED:

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Position is designated special-sensitive and requires eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), other intelligence-related Special Sensitive information, or involvement in Top Secret Special Access Programs (SAP) to fully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. A non-disclosure agreement must be signed.

2. Drug Testing: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.

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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

*Position may be eligible for DCIPS STEM TLMS

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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Selectees who physically reside permanently in the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during the entire recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) and selected for employment in the foreign area are eligible to receive certain foreign area benefits such as: Living Quarters Allowance (LQA) or government quarters, Post Allowance, Home Leave, etc. (subject to approval)

Selectees who physically reside outside the U.S., the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or Northern Mariana Islands, and the Possessions of the U.S., during any step of the recruitment process (application, selection, and acceptance of a formal job offer) will have foreign area benefits eligibility be determined on a case by case basis.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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.

Your responses to the questionnaire may be compared to the documents you submit. The 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.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

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