Employer: US Department Of Homeland Security
Qualifications:
All applicants must meet the qualification requirements listed below by the closing date of this announcement.
SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: In order to be considered for this position, applicants must possess experience as a law enforcement officer or agent with full arrest authority in the prevention, detection, apprehension, detention and/or investigation of felony and/or misdemeanor violations of Federal, state, local, tribal, or military criminal laws. -OR-
Must have held a position in the 1801 occupational series.
For the GS-12 grade level: In addition to the Selective Placement Factor above, at the GS-12 grade level applicants must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service performing law enforcement duties that require you to carry and qualify with a firearm, make arrests, develop reasonable suspicion/probable cause to conduct frisks and searches incident to arrest, experience in the training and evaluation of officers in the proper application of use of force techniques, radio communications, patrol skills and operational planning, vehicle searches, report writing, surveillance, law enforcement tactical techniques, and/or active shooter response. -OR-
You must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service instructing, developing and evaluating basic law enforcement training curriculum in the field of tactics, practical application of use of force, and law enforcement officer operational and patrol techniques.
How You will be evaluated
We will review your résumé and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements described in this announcement. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience and training will be evaluated in addition to the online job questionnaire that is based on the following competencies needed to perform this job:
Sworn law enforcement officer/agent (with full arrest authority) in the prevention, detection, apprehension, and investigation of felony and/or misdemeanor violations of Federal, state, or military criminal law.
Classroom and practical exercises and instructional methods, practices and procedures.
Developing and revising course content and training materials, to conduct course-related research, and to maintain awareness of current practices. Adapting training and instructional materials to meet the varying skill and knowledge level of students.
Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following categories:
Best Qualified: This is the highest category and will be used for candidates who possess the type and quality of experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates high proficiency in all of the critical competencies.
Well-Qualified: This is the next lower category and will be used for candidates who possess the type and quality of experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates acceptable proficiency in all of the critical competencies.
Qualified: This is the lowest category and will be used for candidates who possess the type and quality of experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates basic proficiency in most of the critical competencies.
If you are determined to be best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview.
Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the Federal government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible. Information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility can be found by clicking here to access OPM’s Career Transition Resources website. To be considered well qualified under CTAP/ICTAP, you must be placed in the best qualified category for this position, as described above. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement.
How to Apply
Location: Cheltenham, Maryland, United States
Job Description
SALARY RANGE: $74,872.00 to $97,333.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD: Tuesday, March 19, 2013 to Tuesday, April 02, 2013
SERIES & GRADE: GS-1801-12
POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary Appointment not-to-exceed 1 year, may be extended up to 1 additional year. – Work schedule is full-time.WHO MAY APPLY: All U.S. Citizens.This position is also open to status candidates under announcement number FLETC-FTD-2013-0018.
Job summary:
**BEFORE YOU APPLY PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT**
Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS.
“We Train Those Who Protect Our Homeland.” The Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) is a unique inter-agency organization that prepares the next generation of law enforcement officers to meet the nation’s most pressing security challenges. To see an informational video and learn more about the FLETC’s vital Homeland Security Mission, please click here.
This position is located in the In-Service Tactics Branch, Cheltenham Training Division, Office of Cheltenham Operations, Field Training Directorate, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Cheltenham, Maryland. The incumbent serves as a tactics/physical techniques instructor involved in planning and conducting classroom, laboratory, and/or field instruction sessions as part of the tactics training program.
Applicable relocation expenses will not be paid.
Key requirements
You must successfully pass a background investigation.
You will be required to undergo initial and random drug screening.
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position
Duties
Serve as an instructor in program/course areas of Law Enforcement Tactics/Physical Techniques.
Plans and conducts classroom, laboratory, and/or field instruction sessions.
Monitors progress of students, documenting results, and/or recommending remedial and corrective action.
Participates in remedial instruction for students with training deficiencies.
Participates in developing and revising program/course material.
Assists in conducting research on emerging technology, practices and techniques to enhance instructional knowledge and skill.
Job Description
SALARY RANGE: $74,872.00 to $97,333.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD: Tuesday, March 19, 2013 to Tuesday, April 02, 2013
SERIES & GRADE: GS-1801-12
POSITION INFORMATION: Temporary Appointment not-to-exceed 1 year, may be extended up to 1 additional year. – Work schedule is full-time.WHO MAY APPLY: All U.S. Citizens.This position is also open to status candidates under announcement number FLETC-FTD-2013-0018.
Job summary:
**BEFORE YOU APPLY PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT**
Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS.
“We Train Those Who Protect Our Homeland.” The Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) is a unique inter-agency organization that prepares the next generation of law enforcement officers to meet the nation’s most pressing security challenges. To see an informational video and learn more about the FLETC’s vital Homeland Security Mission, please click here.
This position is located in the In-Service Tactics Branch, Cheltenham Training Division, Office of Cheltenham Operations, Field Training Directorate, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, Cheltenham, Maryland. The incumbent serves as a tactics/physical techniques instructor involved in planning and conducting classroom, laboratory, and/or field instruction sessions as part of the tactics training program.
Applicable relocation expenses will not be paid.
Key requirements
You must successfully pass a background investigation.
You will be required to undergo initial and random drug screening.
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position
Duties
Serve as an instructor in program/course areas of Law Enforcement Tactics/Physical Techniques.
Plans and conducts classroom, laboratory, and/or field instruction sessions.
Monitors progress of students, documenting results, and/or recommending remedial and corrective action.
Participates in remedial instruction for students with training deficiencies.
Participates in developing and revising program/course material.
Assists in conducting research on emerging technology, practices and techniques to enhance instructional knowledge and skill.
Qualifications:
All applicants must meet the qualification requirements listed below by the closing date of this announcement.
SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: In order to be considered for this position, applicants must possess experience as a law enforcement officer or agent with full arrest authority in the prevention, detection, apprehension, detention and/or investigation of felony and/or misdemeanor violations of Federal, state, local, tribal, or military criminal laws. -OR-
Must have held a position in the 1801 occupational series.
For the GS-12 grade level: In addition to the Selective Placement Factor above, at the GS-12 grade level applicants must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service performing law enforcement duties that require you to carry and qualify with a firearm, make arrests, develop reasonable suspicion/probable cause to conduct frisks and searches incident to arrest, experience in the training and evaluation of officers in the proper application of use of force techniques, radio communications, patrol skills and operational planning, vehicle searches, report writing, surveillance, law enforcement tactical techniques, and/or active shooter response. -OR-
You must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service instructing, developing and evaluating basic law enforcement training curriculum in the field of tactics, practical application of use of force, and law enforcement officer operational and patrol techniques.
How You will be evaluated
We will review your résumé and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements described in this announcement. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience and training will be evaluated in addition to the online job questionnaire that is based on the following competencies needed to perform this job:
Sworn law enforcement officer/agent (with full arrest authority) in the prevention, detection, apprehension, and investigation of felony and/or misdemeanor violations of Federal, state, or military criminal law.
Classroom and practical exercises and instructional methods, practices and procedures.
Developing and revising course content and training materials, to conduct course-related research, and to maintain awareness of current practices. Adapting training and instructional materials to meet the varying skill and knowledge level of students.
Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following categories:
Best Qualified: This is the highest category and will be used for candidates who possess the type and quality of experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates high proficiency in all of the critical competencies.
Well-Qualified: This is the next lower category and will be used for candidates who possess the type and quality of experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates acceptable proficiency in all of the critical competencies.
Qualified: This is the lowest category and will be used for candidates who possess the type and quality of experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates basic proficiency in most of the critical competencies.
If you are determined to be best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview.
Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the Federal government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible. Information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility can be found by clicking here to access OPM’s Career Transition Resources website. To be considered well qualified under CTAP/ICTAP, you must be placed in the best qualified category for this position, as described above. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement.
How to Apply