Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Chief, Firearms and Ammunition Technology Division)

Summary

Serving as the Chief Firearm and Ammunition Technology Division (FATD), Office Enforcement Programs and Services Directorate (EPS), reporting directly to the Deputy Assistant Director, National Services Center (NSC), Martinsburg, WV. As the primary advisor to the Assistant Director, and the Deputy Assistant Director on matters pertaining to the enforcement of firearms statutes and coordinates with high level management officials in other directorates and in the Department of the Justice (DOJ)

Duties

The major duties of the Chief, Firearms and Ammunition Technology Division position include, but are not limited to, the following: Plans and manages division programs as they pertain to the firearms statutes within the jurisdiction of the Bureau. Serves as the lead coordinator between EPS and ATF Field Operations (FO) and is responsible for identifying, sourcing, and assigning personnel and technical resources required for ATF criminal investigations related to alleged or suspected criminal violations of Federal laws. Serves as the subject matter expert with directing the Field Response Program and is required to directly engage in the planning and execution for the efficient delivery and coordination of FATD resources within the respective ATF Field Divisions. Responsible for projecting future resource and funding requirements including travel and training related to criminal enforcement and investigative operations requiring Division technical expertise. Requirements

The requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Must be U.S. Citizen or National Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31, 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file. May be required to serve a one-year probationary period. You must be a current permanent ATF employee with competitive status or a CTAP/RPL eligible candidate. Pass drug screening and subject to random drug test. Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation. You must meet all applicable time-in-grade requirements by the closing of this announcement. Financial Disclosure: If selected, you may be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines. MOBILITY PLAN: New employees hired pursuant to this vacancy announcement must sign a mobility agreement. The purpose of ATF's mobility policy is to enhance career development and progression, and achieve mission and business effectiveness. To accomplish these objectives, the mobility plan will facilitate the movement of employees through special short-term assignments or permanent reassignments throughout the Bureau. Applicants who decline to sign a mobility agreement, as required, will be removed from the hiring process. This is a non-bargaining unit position. Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications To qualify for this position Supervisory Criminal Investigator at the GS-15 grade level, candidates must also have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-14) by the closing date of this announcement. Specialized experience is demonstrated experience, which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position. Experience must be in the normal line of progression or must be related to the work of the position advertised and must be reflected in resume. Specialized experience must include all of: Advising senior executives and agency leadership on complex, sensitive, and precedent-setting issues involving firearms enforcement, firearms technology, regulatory requirements, and operational policy; AND Leading and directing complex firearms programs and initiatives, including establishing strategic priorities, developing program objectives, allocating resources, and evaluating organizational performance to accomplish mission requirements; AND Analyzing emerging firearms technologies and trends and assessing their potential impact on Federal firearms enforcement, regulatory programs, investigative operations, and public safety; AND Coordinating complex programs and initiatives across organizational and jurisdictional boundaries, including working with senior officials from Federal, State, local, tribal, and international law enforcement agencies; AND Evaluating complex and highly sensitive firearms issues and developing comprehensive recommendations that consider legal authorities, policy requirements, operational impacts, technological developments, resource constraints, and public safety considerations. Please do not cut and paste the position description or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Your resume and experience must support your responses to the application questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating. See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted. How You Will Be Evaluated

In order to be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. Once the announcement closes, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted by the HR Specialist to determine basic eligibility. In addition, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) will review your resume to determine if you possess the required specialized experience. This position falls under the Merit Promotion (MPB) which may include an interview of the competitive candidates. Competitive (current GS-14) Applicants - Structured Writing Assessment: Upon verification of applicants meeting the basic qualifications, applicants will be forwarded a writing assessment. Subject matter experts (SMEs) will review your writing assessment to determine your technical qualifications for this position based on the required specialized experience. SMEs will not review any additional information beyond your writing assessment. Applicants who pass the structured writing assessment will be forwarded to the Merit Promotion Board (MPB) which may include an interview of the competitive candidates. All Applicants - Structured Resume Review: Subject matter experts (SMEs) will review your resume to determine your technical qualifications for this position based on the required specialized experience. SMEs will review ONLY two pages of your resume, starting at your work experience. SMEs will not review any additional information beyond your resume (e.g., cover letter). Applicants who pass the structured resume review will be added to the list of qualified candidates.You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Leadership Technical Competence Compliance Criminal Investigations When the JOA closes, you will receive an assessment narrative via email that will further allow us to evaluate your written and leadership competencies. Other Information

Additional selections may be made from this announcement. A one-year probationary period is required for new supervisors and managers. 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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. Notice to Prospective Employees of Ethical Obligations from ATF's Human Resources Operations Division. Please click on the following link to read important information. DOJ Notice to Prospective Employees of Ethical Obligations Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; Be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above based on the competencies listed above; and Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. Reasonable Accommodation: ATF provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the job application and hiring process, and you meet the eligibility requirements listed above, please notify the human resources specialist listed on the vacancy announcement, or contact the ATF's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity at (202) 648-8760 or send an email to [email protected]. The decision on granting a reasonable accommodation is handled on a case-by-case basis. Selective Service: If you were born male, on or after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Additional information is found at: www.sss.gov.