CRIMINAL JUSTICE INFORMATION PROGRAM MANAGER

Summary

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Criminal Justice Information Program Manager in the Criminal Justice Information Branch, under the Criminal Investigations Division in the Strategic Programs and Requirements Directorate, at a Field Operating Agency (FOA) with responsibility for managing criminal justice information.

Duties

This is a developmental position with known promotion potential to GS-13 GS-12: Processes criminal justice information within various relevant DOJ and DOD indices. Works with a complex task management system responsible for required indexing actions to all field law enforcement organizations. Analyzes, organizes, coordinates, validates and indexes information from criminal investigative, law enforcement and other relevant Air Force reports to the appropriate indices. Oversees the processing and indexing activities of all Criminal Indexing and Investigative Technicians (CIITs) and field agents and reporting requirement of external stakeholders. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with counterparts and representatives of other Services, DOD, and local, state, federal and foreign agencies. GS-13 Serves as the Air Force's subject matter expert on processing criminal justice information within various relevant DOJ and DOD indices. Analyzes, organizes, coordinates, validates and indexes information from criminal investigative, law enforcement and other relevant Air Force reports to the appropriate indices. Provides Criminal Justice Information program management for designated area of responsibility. Oversees the processing and indexing activities of all CIITs and field agents and reporting requirement of external stakeholders within, a minimum of, two designated Major Commands (MAJCOMs). Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with counterparts and representatives of other Services, DOD, and local, state, federal and foreign agencies. Qualifications

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 Position. GS-12: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes includes knowledge of a wide range of complex investigative policies, principles, concepts, and practices; criminal and case law precedents; pertinent statutes and regulations such as the Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs) and Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ); administrative and legal procedures; and requirements of various legal jurisdictions. Knowledge of a broad range of advanced investigative techniques, research methods, and analyses to conduct investigations where significant difficulties are encountered; select, adapt, and apply investigative techniques; overcome obstacles in gathering and interpreting evidence; and prescribe or recommend corrective action. Knowledge of rules of evidence, criminal procedures, and court decisions concerning admissibility of evidence, constitutional rights, search and seizure, apprehension, and detention of suspects and related criminal investigative and law enforcement matters. Knowledge of case adjudication, post-trial administrative process and appeal process. Knowledge of the relationships between federal agencies and the need for coordination with them or with other governmental jurisdictions that have an interest in a particular type of criminal case. Knowledge of, and skill in applying, a wide range of complex law enforcement and security disciplines, concepts, principles, practices, and requirements applicable to criminal justice information reporting and indexing requirements to include: Federal, DoD, and AF rules, regulations, instructions, practices, principles and procedures in regards to all facets of indexing of personnel; knowledge of law enforcement and personnel databases such as NCIC, NICS, DCII, NLETS (National Law Enforcement Telecommunications System), ARMS, DEERS, SFMIS, and how their institutional processes and operating methods perform a full range of indexing activities. Knowledge of statutory reporting requirements specifically, the Brady Handgun Prevention Act; Uniform Crime Report; SORNA; Crime Prevention Act; eGuardian; Security Clearance Information Act; Hate Crimes Statistics Act; Victim's Rights and Restitution Act; Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act; Fix NICS Act; NOAA 2019; P.L. 115-141; Sec 8106; P.L. 115-952; Sec 8105; and NOAA 2019. Knowledge of various legal jurisdictions, research methodologies, statistical analysis and business practices. GS-13: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes expert knowledge of criminal investigation and law enforcement techniques and the relevant legal framework to interpret the laws and/or regulations in areas where accepted methods and principles are questioned or challenged and make recommendations which change the interpretation of laws. Expert knowledge of rules of evidence, criminal procedures, and court decisions concerning admissibility of evidence, constitutional rights, search and seizure, apprehension, and detention of suspects and related criminal investigative and law enforcement matters. Detailed knowledge of case adjudication, post-trial administrative process and appeal process. Knowledge of the relationships between federal agencies and the need for coordination with them or with other governmental jurisdictions that have an interest in a particular type of criminal case. Knowledge of, and skill in applying, a wide range of complex law enforcement and security disciplines, concepts, principles, practices, and requirements applicable to criminal justice information reporting and indexing requirements to include: Federal, DoD, and AF rules, regulations, instructions, practices, principles and procedures in regards to all facets of indexing of personnel; knowledge of law enforcement and personnel databases such as NCIC, NICS, DCII, NLETS (National Law Enforcement Telecommunications System), ARMS, DEERS, SFMIS, and how their institutional processes and operating methods perform a full range of indexing activities. Detailed knowledge of statutory reporting requirements specifically, the Brady Handgun Prevention Act; Uniform Crime Report; SORNA; Crime Prevention Act; eGuardian; Security Clearance Information Act; Hate Crimes Statistics Act; Victim's Rights and Restitution Act; Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act; Fix NICS Act; NOAA 2019; P.L. 115-141; Sec 8106; P.L. 115-952; Sec 8105; and NOAA 2019. Knowledge of various legal jurisdictions, research methodologies, statistical analysis and business practices. 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. 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-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. 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

Education is not applicable for the position Continued from Qualifications: GS-12/13: 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: Knowledge, at a mastery level, of the laws, regulations, advanced principles and concepts, techniques, and legal processes and approaches related to investigative, enforcement work. Knowledge of the rules of evidence, criminal procedures, and court decisions concerning admissibility of evidence, constitutional rights, search and seizure, apprehension, and related criminal investigative and law enforcement matters. Knowledge of, and skill in applying, a wide range of complex law enforcement and security disciplines, concepts, principles, practices, and requirements applicable to criminal justice information reporting and indexing requirements. Knowledge of relationships between and among Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and their functions and jurisdictions. Skill in assessing program needs to accomplish goals and objectives, evaluate program status, and recommend or implement solutions for improvement. Skill in communicating orally and in writing. Ability to deal effectively with others to gain their confidence and cooperation. How You Will Be Evaluated

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. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. 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. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here. 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. Other Information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. 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. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. 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. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.