Supervisory Diversion Investigator (Diversion Program Manager)

Summary TOUGH WORK. VITAL MISSION. Challenge yourself! You have the power to help combat drug trafficking. Be a part of DEA! It's tough work, but a vital mission. Whatever your background or expertise, your work at DEA will be tremendously rewarding because it will have a daily impact on national security and the quality of life of all Americans. Responsibilities The Diversion Program Manager positions are open in the following location(s): Region 1 - (1 vacancy) Duty Station - Bedford, MA Boston Office - New England Division Region 4 - (1 vacancy) Duty Station - Denver, CO Denver Office - Rocky Mountain Division Among other duties, this position will support: Serving as the principal advisor to the SAC in this area and is considered the expert in all Diversion related matters. Providing technical and administrative management over supervisory investigators primarily involved in planning and overseeing investigations of potential diversion of controlled pharmaceuticals and listed chemicals. These investigations primarily involve cases at the higher echelon or of greater overall significance, generally with national or international involvement. Ensuring that all investigations are conducted within the scope of the Federal drug laws and are in accordance with the agency's rules, policies, and regulations. Establishing and implement strategic objectives and priorities related to the Diversion Control Program. Providing support to enforcement operations in the Field Division on Diversion related activities that may affect internal policies and programs. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications GS-15: Must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level or pay band in the Federal service that includes performing the following duties: 1) Planning, conducting, and overseeing investigations encompassing the manufacturing, importing and trafficking of licit drugs and the diversion of chemicals which may involve large, complex and multi-mission organizations and lead to cases of multi-jurisdictional, national, or international significance; 2) Providing guidance in order to prevent and eliminate the illicit diversion of controlled pharmaceuticals and listed chemicals; 3) Ensuring administrative, operational, and legal program compliance; 4) Assisting in developing division wide policies pertaining to the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), the Chemical Diversion and Trafficking Act (CDTA), and the Narcotic Addict Treatment Act; and 5) Detecting violations and pursuing appropriate administrative, civil, and/or judicial action. Competencies: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competencies in the following areas: Administrative Law Compliance Inspection Leadership Problem Solving Education Additional Information Additional vacancies may be filled from this vacancy announcement. Recruitment and/or Relocation Incentives will only be considered and approved under conditions specified provided the agency has determined that the position is likely to be difficult to fill in the absence of an incentive and funding for such an incentive is available. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) EEO POLICY STATEMENT Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement SELECTIVE SERVICE: MALE APPLICANTS BORN AFTER 12/31/1959 must certify prior to job offer that they have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under Selective Service law. In accordance with 5 CFR 2635.704, applications will not be accepted in postage-paid Government envelopes. If you experience technical issues with completing your online application, you may review online help resources or submit a ticket to the Help Desk by accessing the 'Help Center' (upper-right of your screen, next to the question mark icon).