Supervisory Criminal Investigator (National Computer Forensics Laboratory Unit Chief) (DE)

SummaryThis vacancy is for a Supervisory Criminal Investigator (National Computer Forensics Laboratory Unit Chief) in the National Computer Forensics Laboratory (NCFL) Program, Cyber Programs Division (CPD), Office of Export Enforcement (OEE), Office of the Assistant Secretary for Export Enforcement (EE), Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) within the Department of Commerce.DutiesHelpAs a Supervisory Criminal Investigator (National Computer Forensics Laboratory Unit Chief), you will perform the following duties:Serve as Supervisory Special Agent/Unit Chief to five to ten NCFL Special Agents, who have been specially trained to detect and retrieve electronic data for admission as evidence in criminal and/or administrative proceedings.Supervise the NCFL Unit activities of NCFL Special Agents and necessary support staff.Personally participate in investigations of computers and electronic media which, because of their broad scope, serious economic, commercial and/or criminal implications, and hazardous elements, require close and direct attention.Ensure that all NCFL enforcement activities comply with Federal guidelines.Develop, identify, and adapt new and innovative computer investigative and forensic techniques applicable to export enforcement investigations.Develop written policies, guidelines, procedures, investigative plans, and forms for use by NCFL Special Agents in conducting investigations and executing search warrants.Coordinate with other law enforcement agencies and their NCFL counterparts, the Department of Justice, U.S.Attorney`s Offices, and the Office of Chief Counsel, in investigations and criminal or administrative prosecutions. This Job Opportunity Announcement may be used to fill other Supervisory Criminal Investigator (National Computer Forensics Laboratory Unit Chief),GS-1811-14, Full Performance Level (FPL) GS-14 positions within the Department of Commerce in the same geographical location with the same qualifications and specialized experience. This position is also advertised under BIS-OEE-ST-26-12815325, which is open to Merit Promotion eligible applicants.You must apply to both announcements if you want to be considered for both.RequirementsHelpConditions of employmentYou must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.You must successfully pass a background investigation. This may include a credit check, a review of financial issues, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use of possession of drugs.A probationary period may be required.A supervisory probationary period may be required.Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application.All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.Security Clearance: You will be required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance.Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.Drug Test: Except as prohibited by law, all applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment, and appointed the incumbent will be subjected to random drug testing procedures.License required: Valid State Motor Vehicle Operator`s License.Pre-employment physical required: YesBargaining UnitPosition: NoConfidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE form 450): YesBasic Training: You must complete or have completed the basic criminal investigator course at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Glynco, GA (or equivalent training determined by the agency).Travel: Frequent temporary travel may be required.Mobile Workforce: You will be expected to work "on the road" meaning from and/or out of their vehicles; work from and/or out of non-traditional locations; work in-transit from either aircraft or motor vehicle.Mobility Agreement: Youmust sign a mobility agreement to accept, on direction of the Director of the Office of Export Enforcement (OEE), assignment to any one of OEE`s offices.Permanent Change of Duty Station (PCS) Expense: will not be paid.QualificationsFirearms:This position requires the incumbent to carry a firearm while performing duties and maintain firearm proficiency and successfully pass periodic firearm qualifications.Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition in accordance with 18 USC 922 (Lautenberg Amendment). Applicants for the Criminal Investigator position who have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence are not eligible for employment.Lautenberg Amendment:This position authorizes the incumbent to carry a firearm. Any person convicted of a felony or misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition (Title 18, USC Section 992(g)).A felony or misdemeanor crime of domestic violence is generally defined under the statute as any offense involving the use or attempted use of physical force or the threatened use of a deadly weapon committed by the victim`s current or former domestic partner, parent, or guardian. The term convicted, as defined in the statute, excludes any person whose conviction has been expunged, set aside, or pardoned, or any person whose civil rights have been restored, so long as such restoration does not restrict the shipping, transport, possession or receipt of firearms or ammunition.Candidates convicted of a felony or misdemeanor crime of domestic violence within the meaning of the referenced statutes are not eligible for the position.Individual Occupational Requirements - Medical Requirements:The duties in this position in this series require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking and standing, use of firearms and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with comparatively free motion of finger, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, and knee joints is required.Arms, hands, legs, and feet must be sufficiently intact and functioning for applicants to perform their duties satisfactorily. Sufficiently good vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required to perform the duties satisfactorily. Near vision, corrective lenses permitted, must be sufficient to read printed material the size of typewritten characters. As measured by an audiometer, hearing loss must not exceed 35 decibels at 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz levels. Since the duties of these positions are exacting and responsible and involve activities under trying conditions, applicants must possess emotional and mental stability.Any physical condition that would cause the applicant to be a hazard to himself/herself or others is unqualifying.ANDIn addition to meeting Individual Occupational Requirements, candidates must also meet the additional specialized experience requirement.Qualification requirements in the vacancy announcements are based on the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook, which contains federal qualification standards. This handbook is available on the Office of Personnel Management`s website located at: must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and responsibility to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service.Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. This experience need not have been in the federal government.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations e.g., professional; philanthropic, religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies; knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: You must possess one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as:Experience working on or leading teams in Digital Forensics and Cyber contexts (i.e., Forensic Lab Teams or Criminal Investigator Teams involved in Digital Forensics work); andConducting criminal and administrative enforcement investigations using Computer Forensic investigative techniques involving the collection, analysis, and dissemination of data and information related to suspected violations of U.S.law; andUsing digital forensic equipment, software, and digital forensic techniques; and Obtaining evidence stored in electronic formats from such devices and storage media as computers, network servers, computer drives, computer disks, computer tapes, electronic memories, personal digital assistants, and/or digital diaries to substantiate allegations of violations of the law.EducationThere is no positive education requirement for this position.Additional informationInformation about CTAP and ICTAP eligibility is on the Office of Personnel Management`sCareer Transition Resources website at: Employee Guide toCareer TransitionCTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:A copy of your specific RIF notice; notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate; a Certificate of Expected Separation (CES); or certification that you are in a surplus organization or occupation (this could be a position abolishment letter, a notice eligibility for discontinued service retirement, or similar notice).A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action", noting current position, grade level, and duty location;A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; andAny documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.ICTAP applicants MUST submit the following documents:A copy of your RIF separation notice; notice of proposed removal for failure to relocate; notice of disability annuity termination; certification from your former agency that it cannot place you after your recovery from a compensable injury; or certification from the National Guard Bureau or Military Department that you are eligible for disability retirement;A copy of your SF-50 "Notification of Personnel Action" documenting your RIF separation, noting your positions, grade level, and duty location, and/or Agency certification of inability to place you through RPL, etc;A copy of your latest performance appraisal including your rating; andAny documentation from your agency that shows your current promotion potential.Current or Former Political Appointees:The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees.If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP): Incumbent is required to work an average of two or more LEAP hours per scheduled workday, which may include evenings, nights and weekends. The incumbent is subject to work unscheduled duty hours and must be available for unscheduled duty based upon the needs of the Agency.Therefore, the incumbent is eligible for LEAP of an additional 25% and is subject to the provisions of the LEAP Act of 1994.Maximum Entry Age:This position is covered by the special retirement provisions for Federal Law Enforcement Officers (FLEO). FLEO must retire at age 57 upon completing 20 years of law enforcement service. If 20 years of service are not attained at age 57, mandatory retirement is required upon completion of 20 years of service. The day immediately preceding an individual`s 37th birthday is the last date for original appointment to a position as a law enforcement officer.This requirement does not apply to a) Preference-eligible veterans; OR b) Individuals who have previously served in a Federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. Section 8336 (c) provisions. Maximum entry-age requirement may be waived.Telework: Criminal Investigators in the Office of Export Enforcement are not eligible for telework.Expand Hide additional informationCandidates 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.BenefitsHelpA career with the U.S.government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. 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