Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Group Supervisor/Resident Agent in Charge)

About the Role

This Supervisory Criminal Investigator position is assigned to a field division of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) responsible for the prevention, detection, and investigation of substantive and conspiracy type violations of laws enforced by ATF. They supervise a group of criminal investigators stationed at Field Offices where group size ranges from small to moderate (i.e., five to twelve, but at least three), who are engaged in substantive criminal investigation work.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a Supervisory Criminal Investigator assigned to a field division of the Bureau.
• Responsible for the prevention, detection, and investigation of substantive and conspiracy type violations of laws enforced by ATF.
• Supervises a group of criminal investigators engaged in substantive criminal investigation work that is greater than average in difficulty.
• Handles cases requiring complex evidence gathering, potentially leading to precedent-setting court decisions, and involving substantial coordination with other agencies.
• Manages investigations involving illegal activities under legal enterprise covers, sensitive suspects, and potential jurisdictional issues.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Selective Service registration required for males born on or after December 31, 1959.
• May require a one-year probationary period.
• Must be a current permanent ATF employee with competitive status or CTAP/RPL eligible.
• Suitable for Federal employment based on background investigation.
• Meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
• Financial disclosure may be required.
• Must sign a mobility agreement for career development and reassignment.

Qualifications

To qualify at the GS-14 grade level, candidates must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level, including:

• Providing accurate information and guidance on procedures (e.g., arrest, evidence handling, dangerous materials).
• Applying laws, regulations, and policies to investigative resources and techniques (e.g., ATF Giglio Policy).
• Leading workgroups, teams, or special projects.
• Communicating effectively orally and in writing (e.g., reports, briefings).
• Negotiating and collaborating with other law enforcement agencies (state, local, or federal).

Locations

Available positions include:

• Group Supervisor: Baltimore, MD; Chicago, IL; Columbus, OH; Houston, TX; Phoenix, AZ; Washington, DC.
• Resident Agent in Charge: Anchorage, AK; Birmingham, AL; Burlington, VT; Bridgeport, WV; Independence, OH; Eugene, OR; Greenbelt, MD; Lexington, KY; Norfolk, VA; Orlando, FL; Raleigh, NC; San Francisco, CA; Tucson, AZ.

Additional Information

This vacancy is used to fill both Group Supervisor and Resident Agent in Charge positions across ATF Field Divisions. Additional selections may be made from this announcement. A one-year probationary period is required for new supervisors and managers.

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Career Transition Programs (CTAP/ICTAP) apply to eligible surplus or displaced Federal/DOJ employees. To receive selection priority, candidates must meet eligibility criteria, be rated well-qualified (score 85+), and submit appropriate documentation.

ATF provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Contact the hiring agency or ATF's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity for assistance.