This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Office of Forensic Sciences in Arlington, VA. This position(s) primary purpose is to support the Office of Forensic Sciences, Administrative Support Unit to perform office or non-manual work directly related to the management or general business operations of the employer/employer's customers.

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 your typical work assignments may include: Coordinates and ensures procedures meet an office's needs and are consistently understood and followed. Recommends the establishment of and prepares administrative business processes for implementation throughout the office. Assists supervisors in developing organizational goals and objectives. Provides advice and guidance on the interpretation and application of administrative policies and directives. Writes, coordinates, and reviews administrative and operational documents for various audiences. Addresses complex problems or interrelated issues in developing and maintaining a strong administrative program. Researches and resolves general issues related to employee pay and leave. Serves as first point of contact for the resolution of employee questions regarding HR processes. Maintains liaison with the Human Resources Specialists that service the office. Creates and processes personnel actions, awards, recruitment actions, performance management, and Table of Organization (T/O) requests, through the applicable system(s) and/or POCs. Ensures maintenance of personnel records and submission of time and leave reports. Reviews all required personnel submissions for accuracy and compliance with established policies and procedures.

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.
• If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application.
• DEA uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.
• Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/).
• Current Federal employees cannot transfer unused Time Off Awards to DEA.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet the Specialized Experience requirements as noted below. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. GS-9: Applicant must possess one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade of GS-7 or equivalent band level of responsibility in the Federal Service which includes experience with at least two of the following: Advising supervisors, customers, and team members on administrative and management matters regarding policies, procedures and regulations that impact the operation of a division or major office; Experience with executing supervisor's priorities and business operations in order to meet suspense's; Managing day-to-day operations to support mission requirements. Assisting in managing the business operations support activities and functions of an office related to Administrative Support Services, Human Resources Liaison, Personal Property (accountable and non-accountable), Supply Management, and Records Management. OR Have a Master's or equivalent graduate degree OR two (2) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.B. or J.D., if related. OR A combination of both, education and experience. You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent GS-7. 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. One year of specialized experience for this position includes: Competencies: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competencies in the following areas:Administration and ManagementPersonnel and Human ResourcesProblem SolvingTechnical Competence Note: Recruitment and/or Relocation Incentives will only be considered and approved under conditions specified provided the agency has determined that the position is likely to be difficult to fill in the absence of an incentive and funding for such an incentive is available. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date of this job opportunity announcement. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant experience as it relates to this job opportunity announcement. Be clear and specific when describing your work history, human resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience. Your application will be rated based on your resume.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

If you are claiming education as any part of your qualifications for this position, you must submit an official transcript, unofficial transcript, or a list including courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned.

Special Instructions for Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. Failure to provide such documentation with your application will result in lost consideration. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address Drug Enforcement Administration Do Not Send Postal Mail Springfield, VA 21310 US
• Name: Alejandra Cardenas
• Phone: 571-776-2403
• Email: [email protected]