This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/550326300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
Do you have a passion for public service? The United States Secret Service (USSS) is looking for you! The USSS is a premier law enforcement organization with two (2) critical national security missions: protect our nation’s leaders and to conduct criminal investigations.
10/30/2019 to 10/29/2020
$121,316 - $157,709 per year
GS 14
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
No
Permanent
Full-Time
Competitive
14
0401 General Natural Resources Management And Biological Sciences
No
Yes
TEC-LB003-20-DH
550326300
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 Secret Service is looking for talented individuals to:
· Serve as a senior scientist on specialized projects and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in developing, formulating, planning, managing, directing and executing operational programs, thus promoting best practices and enhancing the agency’s investigative and protective missions; · Develop, test, and evaluate tools, systems and protocols for the detection, containment and disposition of CBRNE materials; · Participate in interagency ad-hoc working groups for CBRNE detection and protection protocols; · Serve as an expert and advisor on acquisition management and implementation (e.g. pre-solicitation documentation, source selection); serve as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) in managing awarded contracts; · Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to assure that mission requirements and performance metrics are met, utilizing best practices and applicable scientific methods to ensure “real time” data/information throughout the contract/program life cycle; · Prepare and provide briefings for USSS leadership and other stakeholders; and · Prepare operational and maintenance specifications and guides for end-users; provide training and technical briefings to end-users regarding the use, installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment. |
You must demonstrate at least one (1) year of the defined specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level and meet the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR).
Specialized experience is defined as:
GS-14: performing duties such as: leading initiatives, proposals, projects, research and other activities to support protective and investigative countermeasures for biological threat agents; applying comprehensive scientific theories, concepts, principles, standards, and methods; advising management and administration on program development; developing, testing, evaluating, and deploying protocols and CBRNE detection systems; implementing solutions to capability gaps or vulnerabilities; serving as Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR); and providing consultative advice on the feasibility and application of scientific studies and advances in scientific technologies and processes.
AND
OPMs Individual Occupational Requirement (IOR) is defined as:
Basic Requirements
OR
See Qualifications section
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 Technical Development and Mission Support (TEC), Technical Security Division (TSD), is responsible for providing a technically secure environment for the President at the White House, Vice Presidential Residence, and such places that the President and Vice President may be temporarily located and providing technical security for other protectees during travel and at their residences, as directed or requested.
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.
The USSS offers its employees a wide range of benefits including:
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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
See Qualifications section
Competencies
The competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this job are:
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.
The USSS offers its employees a wide range of benefits including:
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.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
See How To Apply section
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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, un-official college transcripts, and certifications should be submitted to Biologist@usss.dhs.gov and 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 college transcripts/certifications as applicable.
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.
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/documents are deemed to meet the OPM Qualifications Standard and if you are selected for an interview. Otherwise, you will be notified at the conclusion of the open period.
Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
See How To Apply section
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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, un-official college transcripts, and certifications should be submitted to Biologist@usss.dhs.gov and 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 college transcripts/certifications as applicable.
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.
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/documents are deemed to meet the OPM Qualifications Standard and if you are selected for an interview. Otherwise, you will be notified at the conclusion of the open period.
Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/550326300. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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Do you have a passion for public service? The United States Secret Service (USSS) is looking for you! The USSS is a premier law enforcement organization with two (2) critical national security missions: protect our nation’s leaders and to conduct criminal investigations. 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.