TOUGH WORK. VITAL MISSION. Challenge yourself! You have the power to help combat drug trafficking. Be a part of DEA! It's tough work, but a vital mission. Whatever your background or expertise, your work at DEA will be tremendously rewarding because it will have a daily impact on national security and the quality of life of all Americans.

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. This position is located at DEA HQ, Arlington, VA The incumbent will perform the following duties: Provides consultation and expert formal testimony in courts of law on cases ranging from the simplest to the most difficult or complex. Coordinates program initiatives with managers, staff, and other forensic science/law enforcement agencies on matters relating to the chemical analyses and evidence handling programs. Identifies and analyzes present technical capabilities, evaluates existing information; develops and performs or directs the sampling and analysis of evidence. Evaluates existing program documentation for consistency with established DEA and laboratory system goals and objectives.

Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Background and/or Security Clearance
• Open to DEA Employees and CTAP Eligibles ONLY
• Drug testing designated position
• Mobility Agreement Required
• Successful completion of a one-year supervisory probationary period is required (unless already completed)
• Successful completion of the mandatory Basic Forensic Chemist Course.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements: Applicants must meet ONE of the following qualification requirements: (A). Degree: physical sciences, life sciences, or engineering that included 30 semester hours in chemistry, supplemented by course work in mathematics through differential and integral calculus, and at least 6 semester hours of physics. OR (B). Combination of education and experience -- course work equivalent to a major as shown in A above, including at least 30 semester hours in chemistry, supplemented by mathematics through differential and integral calculus, and at least 6 semester hours of physics, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Minimum Qualifications: In addition to meeting the basic requirements above, applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 Federal grade level in developing methods for and conducting analysis of difficult samples to detect the presence of controlled substances and related materials; or serving as a consultant on forensic, chemical and technical matters in the field of controlled substance analysis; or advising state, local and industrial officials on matters pertaining to controlled substance analysis; or advising and assisting in the performance of certain enforcement activities such as clandestine laboratory seizures; or participating in studies to improve laboratory system programs and procedures. Competencies: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competencies in the following areas: ChemistryPlanning and EvaluatingTechnical CompetenceWriting

Contacts

• Address Drug Enforcement Administration Do Not Send Postal Mail Springfield, VA 21310 US
• Name: NaKenge Honesty
• Phone: 571-776-3369
• Email: [email protected]