This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration, Inspection Division. This position is responsible for information, equipment, facilities, activities, and operations within the National Capital Region. Manages and maintains the DEA credentialing system and software to support DEA operations worldwide. Provides knowledge in state-of-the-art security systems to protect DEA personnel, assets and facilities. Assist with the operation of the Headquarters PIV card service center.

Duties

As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. As a Security Specialistyour typical work assignments may include: Serving as the technical authority and recognized expert responsible for the planning, development and implementation of comprehensive credentials control programs for all DEA personnel, contractors and task force officers DEA-wide worldwide. Serving as an expert on policy requirements and guidelines regarding credential application and issuance requirements are upheld and maintained. Serving as an expert on the DEA credentialing issuance system, software, and policies and guidance on issuance. Serving as a program administrator of the software used for processing all DEA credentials.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• You must submit to a pre-employment drug test.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• DEA uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.
• Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/).
• Applicant must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license while employed in the position and will be required to operate the motor vehicle in accordance with applicable OPM regulations and related requirements of DOJ/DEA.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following Specialized Experience requirements as noted below. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12, that includes performing the following duties: 1) Assisting in the day-to-day operations of the PIV card service center; 2) Providing plans and specifications for structural modifications relating to physical and technical security; 3) Providing assistance to lower level personnel on using the DEA credentialing issuance system; and, 4) Researching and solving issues that involves credentials. Specialized 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. Competencies: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competencies in the following areas: Oral CommunicationPhysical SecurityPlanning and EvaluatingTechnical Competence Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement (as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F).

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Drug Enforcement Administration Do Not Send Postal Mail Springfield, VA 21310 US
• Name: Joseph Wingate
• Phone: 000-000 0000
• Email: [email protected]