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Duties

Being a Law Enforcement Specialist (Maritime Instructor) makes you a valuable member of the FLETC team and mission. The position is located in the Maritime and General Training Branch (MGT), Charleston Training Division (CHT), Office of Charleston Operations, Training Management Operations Directorate, located in Charleston, SC.  In this position, you will serve as a field and classroom instructor in the course areas of maritime law enforcement and seaport security. Typical assignments include:

Requirements

• This position is eligible for situational-only telework based on agency policy.
• You must successfully pass a background investigation.
• You will be required to undergo pre-appointment and random drug testing for illegal drug use. Employment is contingent upon favorable results.
• You will be subject to rotation to other programs and/or training sections in order to provide depth to the FLETC’s instructor cadre.
• Overtime work may be required.
• This position is designated as Emergency Essential. You will be required to sustain FLETC operations in the event of a localized situation, such as inclement weather, interruptions to power, or dismissal or closure of DHS operations or services.
• Position is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment - persons convicted of misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence are prohibited from occupying this position.
• You must be able to meet job-related medical and/or fitness standards. You will be subject to an initial and annual physical examination that measures your visual, hearing, and physical acuity.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state issued driver's license to conduct official government business.
• You must be able to obtain and maintain First Aid, CPR, and Defibrillator Training Certification within 12 months of employment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Lifeguard certification depending on the training course taught.
• Must have been certified as a vessel operator with a law enforcement agency or possess a U.S. Coast Guard/Merchant Mariner license.

Qualifications

Please limit your résumé to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. Please visit www.fletc.gov/site-page/employment-faqs website for further guidance regarding this page limit. 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 sworn 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- B. Have held a federal civilian position in the 1801 occupational series. In addition to the Selective Placement Factor, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level performing the following: 1. Maritime training instructional duties evaluating other officer/agents as a collateral responsibility. -OR- 2. 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; commercial vessel tactical entry techniques; and Seaport security assessments. -AND- In addition to the above, you must have been certified as a vessel operator with a law enforcement agency or possess a U.S. Coast Guard/Merchant Mariner license. You must include a copy of your certification or licensure documentation as part of your application. Failure to provide this information may result in your loss of consideration. Applicants who score a minimum of 85 on the assessment questionnaire will be asked to participate in a Subject Matter Expert Question and Answer session. This session will be used to further assess an applicant's technical proficiency as it relates to the position. More information will be provided to applicants as they progress through the application process. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps and AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, and 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 Law Enforcement Officer 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 in secondary positions 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 rigorous position; except a break in employment in secondary positions that begins with an involuntary separation (not for cause). 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. Conditions of Employment cont. Must demonstrate ladder climbs on the Maritime Tactical Operations Training Program climbing facility while in standard boarding uniform and full tactical kit (approx. 35 lbs.) to a height of 24 feet; repel down to an injured or fatigued student, clip in, and lower both safely to the ground; climbing the caving ladder in full kit to a height of 24 feet, then drop into the water; climbing pilot ladders at the Cape Chalmers training vessel to a height of 27 feet, then feet cross-over the rail and climb back down while wearing standard boarding uniform, life jacket, and helmet. Physical Demands: This work requires walking, standing, bending, sitting, lying down or crouching in positions that may be tiring or uncomfortable. Work also involves considerable physical exertion. In the Maritime Tactical Operations Training Program (MTOTP) Instructors are required to demonstrate ladders climbs on the MTOTP climbing facility while climbing caving ladders, in standard boarding uniform and full tactical kit (Approximately 35 lbs.) to a height of 24ft. In addition, able to repel down to and injured or fatigued student clip in and lower both safely to the ground. While in the pool demonstrate climbing the caving ladder in full kit (Approximately 35 Lbs.) to a height of 24 feet then drop from that height into the water. During the Commercial Vessel Training Program (CVBTP) while in the pool in standard boarding uniform able to demonstrate climbing the embarkation ladder from the front and side to a height of 24 feet then drop from that height into the water. Instructors also required to demonstrate climbing pilot ladders at the Cape Chalmers training vessel to a height of 27 feet cross over the rail and climb back down while wearing standard boarding uniform, life jacket and helmet. Instructors must be able to obtain a lifeguard certification and also must be able to complete swimming requirements to maintain lifeguard certifications. There is the need to carry weapons, gear, and packages or containers such as ammunition. This work also includes serving as captain or crew on government vessels in all types of weather and sea conditions. Travel to field locations to coordinate training activities may be involved. Instructors are expected to maintain a level of fitness which will enable them to perform all tasked listed above. Work Environment: The normal workplace is a classroom or office, and inside/outside sites training venues, including inland and off-shore waters. Duties will require exposure to varying climate and environmental and sea conditions both extreme cold and warm weather conditions for extended periods of time and/or exposure to high levels of noise and hazardous substances. Appropriate safety practices will be utilized at all times. Safety gear, such as hearing and eye protection, will be used when needed. Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions. Any Offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Personnel Management guidance and U.S. Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.

Contacts

• Address FLETC 1131 Chapel Crossing Rd Glynco, Georgia 31524 United States
• Name: Malcolm Campbell
• Phone: 912-267-3504
• Email: [email protected]