Criminal Investigator (SEEK Program Manager)

About the role

The Criminal Investigator serves as a SEEK Program Manager in the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), National Center for Explosives Training and Research (NCETR), National Canine Division, Canine Operations Branch. The SEEK Program Manager serves as a policy developer and manager for a critical Bureau law enforcement program, function, or operation.

Responsibilities

• Serves as an advisor to top level Bureau management such as the Assistant Director (Field Operations), Division Chiefs, field Special Agents in Charge (SAC's), on all policy issues and technical matters within his/her area of responsibility.
• Performs complex, in-depth studies and/or directs and coordinates task forces or working groups on significant law enforcement issues which impact on functions and programs of national significance.
• Provides technical assistance to Bureau managers and supervisors on major national investigations involving violations of Federal laws under ATF jurisdiction.
• Provides leadership and guidance to Headquarters and field managers on the impact and implementation of new developments, trends, technology, and other matters affecting the assigned functional area, project, or program.
• Prepares and presents briefings and papers to members of Congress and their staffs; Department and Bureau management officials; law enforcement representatives of various federal, state, and local agencies; other law enforcement-related organizations; and the public.

Requirements

• Must be U.S. Citizen or National
• Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st, 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
• May be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• 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.
• 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

To qualify for the Criminal Investigator (SEEK Program Manager) position at the GS-14 grade level, candidates must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-13) 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:

• Conducting professional investigative training as a law enforcement officer;
• Coordinating with other law enforcement agencies and organizations;
• Demonstrated experience applying ATF law enforcement investigative techniques in canine operations.

Selective Placement Factor (SPF): Applicant must have a minimum of three years in canine operations.

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.

Education

For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

• Additional selections may be made from this announcement.
• A one-year probationary period is required for new supervisors and managers.
• Notice to Prospective Employees of Ethical Obligations from ATF's Human Resources Operations Division. 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.
• 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.