Employer:Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers
Location:Charleston, South Carolina
Job Announcement Number:FLETC-RITD-2015-0014
SALARY RANGE: $69,497.00 to $90,344.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD: To Thursday, December 18, 2014
SERIES & GRADE: GS-1801-12
POSITION INFORMATION: Term appointment not-to-exceed 13 months. Appointment may be extended up to 4 years. – Work schedule is full-time.
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 12
DUTY LOCATIONS: FEW vacancies – Charleston Naval Center, SC
WHO MAY APPLY: All U.S. citizens
If selected, Federal retirees will be eligible for a waiver of the dual compensation reduction not to exceed December 31, 2015 (may be extended). For more information click
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Not Applicable
SUPERVISORY STATUS: No
JOB SUMMARY:
**PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT BEFORE YOU APPLY**
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 Centers (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.
This position is located in the Driver and Maritime Training Branch (DMT), Charleston Training Division (CHT), Office of Charleston Operations, Regional and International Training Directorate, FLETC, Charleston, S.C. The selectee will serve as a maritime instructor involved in planning and conducting classroom, laboratory, and/or field instruction sessions as part of the DMT training program.
Additional selections may be made from this announcement within the same geographical area.
TRAVEL REQUIRED
Occasional Travel
Travel to field locations to coordinate training activities may be involved.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
You must successfully pass a background investigation.
You will be required to undergo initial and periodic drug testing.
You must be able to meet job related medical and/or fitness standards.
DUTIES:
Being a Maritime Instructor makes you a valuable member of the FLETC team and mission. The selected individual will serve as an instructor in the course areas of maritime law enforcement and seaport security. Typical assignments include:
Serving as an instructor in the assigned DMT program/course areas of law enforcement conducting training in areas such as: Seaport Security Antiterrorism Training Program, Commercial Vessel Boarding Training Program, NCIS Maritime Liason Agent Training Program, and NCIS Basic Physical Security Training Program.
Monitoring the progress of students, documenting results, and/or recommending remedial and corrective action to include additional training and changes in training and/or operational procedures and instructions.
Developing and revising program/course materials and lesson plans in the maritime instructional field.
Assisting in conducting research on emerging technology, practices and techniques to enhance instructional knowledge and skill.
Participating in committees made up of representatives of the FLETC and other agency representatives concerned with training policies and academic requirements.
Rotating to other programs and/or training sections to expand personal experience or to provide depth to the instructor cadre in order to assist in the overall mission of the CHT/DMT.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
The qualification requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: In order to be considered for this position you must:
A. Possess experience as a law enforcement officer/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-
B. Held a position in the 1801 occupational series.
AND
In addition to the selective placement factor above, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service performing maritime training instructional duties evaluating other officers/agents as a collateral responsibility.
-OR-
At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service instructing basic and advanced law enforcement training curriculum in the maritime topical areas to include: vessel intercepts; vessel pursuits; pre-boarding procedures; boarding procedures; vessel search techniques; commercial vessel familiarization; and commercial vessel tactical entry techniques.
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.
Note: Secondary Administrative “6c” retirement coverage is being offered for this position.
Transfer Requirement for CSRS: To be eligible for secondary coverage, an employee must:
Transfer without a break in service exceeding 3 days directly from a primary position to a secondary position; AND
Be continuously employed in a secondary position since moving from a primary position; except a break in employment that begins with an involuntary separation (not for cause) and/or voluntary breaks in service that began prior to January 20, 1988.
Transfer Requirement for FERS: To be eligible for secondary coverage, an employee must:
Transfer without a break in service exceeding 3 days directly from a primary position to a secondary position; AND
Have completed 3 years of service in a primary position, including any such service during which no FERS deductions were withheld; AND
Be continuously employed in a secondary position since moving from a primary position; except a break in employment that begins with an involuntary separation (not for cause).
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, we will use a job questionnaire to determine the degree to which your experience, education and training demonstrates the following competencies required by this position:
Experience as a law enforcement officer/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.
Experienced knowledge of tactics, threats, scenario development, rescue techniques, team operations, field training, use of force, and the procedures, techniques, legal concerns, and general problems associated with law enforcement patrol operations.
Demonstrated experience as a small vessel operator by certification as a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain or currency as a certified vessel operator with a Federal, state, or local maritime agency.
Ability to develop and revise course content, conduct course related research, and maintain awareness of current practices in maritime law enforcement and seaport security.
Effectively communicating both orally and in writing.
Your responses to the job questionnaire will place you into one of the following categories:
Best-Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate high proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all Selective Placement Factors (SPF) and appropriate Quality Ranking Factors (QRF) as determined by the job analysis.
Well-Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates acceptable proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all SPFs and appropriate QRFs as determined by the job analysis.
Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate basic proficiency in most of the critical competencies, including all SPFs and appropriate QRFs as determined by the job analysis.
If you are best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview.
How to Apply
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/388677400
Location:Charleston, South Carolina
Job Announcement Number:FLETC-RITD-2015-0014
SALARY RANGE: $69,497.00 to $90,344.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD: To Thursday, December 18, 2014
SERIES & GRADE: GS-1801-12
POSITION INFORMATION: Term appointment not-to-exceed 13 months. Appointment may be extended up to 4 years. – Work schedule is full-time.
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 12
DUTY LOCATIONS: FEW vacancies – Charleston Naval Center, SC
WHO MAY APPLY: All U.S. citizens
If selected, Federal retirees will be eligible for a waiver of the dual compensation reduction not to exceed December 31, 2015 (may be extended). For more information click
SECURITY CLEARANCE: Not Applicable
SUPERVISORY STATUS: No
JOB SUMMARY:
**PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT BEFORE YOU APPLY**
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 Centers (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.
This position is located in the Driver and Maritime Training Branch (DMT), Charleston Training Division (CHT), Office of Charleston Operations, Regional and International Training Directorate, FLETC, Charleston, S.C. The selectee will serve as a maritime instructor involved in planning and conducting classroom, laboratory, and/or field instruction sessions as part of the DMT training program.
Additional selections may be made from this announcement within the same geographical area.
TRAVEL REQUIRED
Occasional Travel
Travel to field locations to coordinate training activities may be involved.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
You must successfully pass a background investigation.
You will be required to undergo initial and periodic drug testing.
You must be able to meet job related medical and/or fitness standards.
DUTIES:
Being a Maritime Instructor makes you a valuable member of the FLETC team and mission. The selected individual will serve as an instructor in the course areas of maritime law enforcement and seaport security. Typical assignments include:
Serving as an instructor in the assigned DMT program/course areas of law enforcement conducting training in areas such as: Seaport Security Antiterrorism Training Program, Commercial Vessel Boarding Training Program, NCIS Maritime Liason Agent Training Program, and NCIS Basic Physical Security Training Program.
Monitoring the progress of students, documenting results, and/or recommending remedial and corrective action to include additional training and changes in training and/or operational procedures and instructions.
Developing and revising program/course materials and lesson plans in the maritime instructional field.
Assisting in conducting research on emerging technology, practices and techniques to enhance instructional knowledge and skill.
Participating in committees made up of representatives of the FLETC and other agency representatives concerned with training policies and academic requirements.
Rotating to other programs and/or training sections to expand personal experience or to provide depth to the instructor cadre in order to assist in the overall mission of the CHT/DMT.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
The qualification requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: In order to be considered for this position you must:
A. Possess experience as a law enforcement officer/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-
B. Held a position in the 1801 occupational series.
AND
In addition to the selective placement factor above, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service performing maritime training instructional duties evaluating other officers/agents as a collateral responsibility.
-OR-
At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service instructing basic and advanced law enforcement training curriculum in the maritime topical areas to include: vessel intercepts; vessel pursuits; pre-boarding procedures; boarding procedures; vessel search techniques; commercial vessel familiarization; and commercial vessel tactical entry techniques.
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.
Note: Secondary Administrative “6c” retirement coverage is being offered for this position.
Transfer Requirement for CSRS: To be eligible for secondary coverage, an employee must:
Transfer without a break in service exceeding 3 days directly from a primary position to a secondary position; AND
Be continuously employed in a secondary position since moving from a primary position; except a break in employment that begins with an involuntary separation (not for cause) and/or voluntary breaks in service that began prior to January 20, 1988.
Transfer Requirement for FERS: To be eligible for secondary coverage, an employee must:
Transfer without a break in service exceeding 3 days directly from a primary position to a secondary position; AND
Have completed 3 years of service in a primary position, including any such service during which no FERS deductions were withheld; AND
Be continuously employed in a secondary position since moving from a primary position; except a break in employment that begins with an involuntary separation (not for cause).
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, we will use a job questionnaire to determine the degree to which your experience, education and training demonstrates the following competencies required by this position:
Experience as a law enforcement officer/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.
Experienced knowledge of tactics, threats, scenario development, rescue techniques, team operations, field training, use of force, and the procedures, techniques, legal concerns, and general problems associated with law enforcement patrol operations.
Demonstrated experience as a small vessel operator by certification as a U.S. Coast Guard licensed captain or currency as a certified vessel operator with a Federal, state, or local maritime agency.
Ability to develop and revise course content, conduct course related research, and maintain awareness of current practices in maritime law enforcement and seaport security.
Effectively communicating both orally and in writing.
Your responses to the job questionnaire will place you into one of the following categories:
Best-Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate high proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all Selective Placement Factors (SPF) and appropriate Quality Ranking Factors (QRF) as determined by the job analysis.
Well-Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates acceptable proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all SPFs and appropriate QRFs as determined by the job analysis.
Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate basic proficiency in most of the critical competencies, including all SPFs and appropriate QRFs as determined by the job analysis.
If you are best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview.
How to Apply
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/388677400