Criminal Investigator (Program Manager/Operations Officer)

Summary ATF is a law enforcement agency in the U.S. Department of Justice that protects our communities from violent criminals/criminal organizations, illegal use/trafficking of firearms, illegal use/storage of explosives, acts of arson/bombings, acts of terrorism, and illegal diversion of alcohol/tobacco products. We partner with communities, industries, law enforcement, and public safety agencies to safeguard the public through information sharing, training, research, & technology. Visit www.atf.gov Responsibilities This position is located under the Office of Field Operations – Programs, National Center for Explosives and Training Research (NCETR), National Fire Academy, Fire Investigation & Arson Enforcement Division (FIAED) Fire Programs and Training Branch, located in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Overseeing a FIAED branch and leads the effort to develop and implement program material, practices, processes, and investigative operations in the field. This is done in coordination with other personnel within the branch and personnel throughout field operations directorate. Responsible for the coordination of multiple programs that have national and inter-divisional implications; oversees long-range plans, projects, and resource priorities for the program; and makes recommendations affecting policy formulation and program efficiency and effectiveness. Integrates the Bureaus mission requirements within the defined structure of NCETR and developing a comprehensive understanding of the unique structuring in areas of responsibility of NCETR is paramount to success. For this reason, the incumbent must possess the ability to interact with members of partner organizations at a variety of supervisory levels. Is best suited by having a working knowledge of NCETR, FIAED, and the National Fire Academy as individual entities and inherent partners. Teaches complex fire investigative techniques, procedures, and policies and to ensure that course content and materials presented remain in touch with the realities of the current and ever-changing environment in which students will be working. Critiques and requests curriculum updates on ever-changing issues affecting criminal enforcement training activities and creates new, unique, and advanced training programs for agents. Designs new, unique, and unprecedented training experiences to aid in the development of new agents to function in a team environment, maximizing the efficiency and effectiveness of both occupations by utilizing a “one-Bureau” concept approach. Develops programs and courses in the criminal enforcement arena to provide functional oversight and direction for criminal enforcement training activities programs; to conduct criminal investigative activities. Requirements Conditions of Employment The time-in-grade requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement. The qualification requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of the announcement. MOBILITY PLAN: New employees hired pursuant to this vacancy announcement must sign a mobility agreement. The purpose of ATFs 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. Key Requirements: Pass drug screening and subject to random drug test. Requires proficiency with a firearm per ATFs Standard. May be required to serve a 1-year probationary period. This is a non-bargaining unit position. Employment and Financial interest may be required. Qualifications To qualify for GS-14, candidates must also have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-13. 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 include: Understanding of policies, procedures, investigative techniques, judicial requirements, and jurisdiction training, protocols, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to ATFs criminal enforcement responsibilities; AND Understanding and proper application of strategies for a wide range of operational activities; AND Assisting with forecasting budgets, reviewing and revising training material and curriculum, and providing short- and long-range goal projections for the FPTB; AND Familiarly with all matters pertaining to arson enforcement field operations, to include policies, procedures, responsibilities, and objectives for both enforcement and administrative issues. Certified Fire Investigator experience is preferred but not required. Please do not cut and paste the position description, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and (for scored examining) score 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at:https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ Education Additional Information Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born 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. See www.sss.gov. EEO Statement: The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a parent, genetic information, disability, age, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism. If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, you must contact the ATF EEO office within 45 calendar days of when the alleged harm occurred at 202-648-8760 or eeointakemailbox@atf.gov. Please see DOJ Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy. DIVERSITY Statement: “As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.” Reasonable Accommodation Statement: 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 ATFs Office of Equal Employment Opportunity at (202) 648-8760 or send an email to reasonableaccommodations@atf.gov. The decision on granting a reasonable accommodation is handled on a case-by-case basis. “Federal Regulations state no ATF employee, his/her spouse, or his/her minor child shall have, directly or indirectly, any financial interest, including compensated employment, stock, or proprietary interest in the alcohol, tobacco, firearms or explosives industries. You should be aware that you may be asked to relinquish any ownership of or interests in the alcohol, tobacco, firearms or explosives industries before a determination can be made whether access to ATF information, information technology systems, and/or facilities can be authorized.” Additional vacancies may be filled from this vacancy announcement. A one year probationary period is required for new supervisors and managers.