This position is located in region 4 with the Forest Service Law Enforcement and Investigations and is responsible for performing supervision and direction of subordinate supervisory Law Enforcement Officers whose duties include detection, investigation, apprehension, detention, and prosecution activities associated with enforcement of laws and regulations. For additional information regarding the positions, please contact [email protected].

Duties

The incumbent serves as the Region's principle technical expert on Law Enforcement Officer and Forest Protection Officer functions in carrying out the mission of serving people and protecting natural resources and property. Provides oversight and direction, within established agency policy, in all aspects of the enforcement function. Provides oversight and advice to the Special Agent in Charge concerning the administration of the Region's Cooperative Law Enforcement Agreements and Annual Operating and Financial Management Plans. Participates in the analysis and decision-making process for operational prioritization which involves determinations on the effective use of personnel and equipment utilized to protect the public, employees, and natural resources. Participates as the Forest Service representative/member on inter and intra-agency work groups and task forces related to enforcement responsibilities. Works closely with the Office of General Counsel's Regional Attorney, U.S. Attorneys, and heads of other federal and state law enforcement agencies to ensure that Forest Service interests are achieved. Plans, assigns, schedules, directs, and reviews the work of the subordinate supervisory law enforcement officers. Evaluates work performance and takes appropriate disciplinary action or makes recommendations for awards. Resolves work problems and explains management policies and goals. Conducts the full range of civil, administrative and misdemeanor criminal investigations affecting National Forest System lands and may be assigned full or partial felony investigation under the direction of the Special Agent in Charge. Apprehends and detains persons who have committed or are suspected of committing criminal offences affecting National Forests System lands.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt.
• Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
• Successful completion of one year probationary period, unless previously served.
• Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution.
• Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• This is a Test Designated Position. You will be tested for illegal drugs prior to appointment and randomly thereafter. Appointment and continued employment is conditional on negative results.
• This position requires initial and continuing qualifications in the use of firearms as outlined in the Gun Control Act of 1968, amended by the Lautenberg Amendment of 1996.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Selectee is subject to financial disclosure requirements and must submit form OGE-450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, within 30 days of appointment and annually thereafter.
• Must meet job-related medical, fitness, and/or physical standards as determined by an examination or test.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Top-Secret security clearance.
• Subject to one year supervisory/managerial probationary period unless prior service is creditable. New USDA supervisors must successfully complete all components of the required training program before the end of their probationary period.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Selectee must successfully complete or have completed, Land Management Police Training at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center, in Glynco, GA.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards. Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements. Transcripts must be provided for qualifications based on education. Provide course descriptions as necessary. Medical Requirements - The duties of positions in this series require moderate to arduous physical exertion involving walking and standing, use of firearms, and exposure to inclement weather. Manual dexterity with comparatively free motion of finger, wrist, elbow, shoulder, hip, and knee joints is required. Arms, hands, legs, and feet must be sufficiently intact and functioning in order that applicants may perform the duties satisfactorily. Sufficiently good vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required to perform the duties satisfactorily. Near vision, corrective lenses permitted, must be sufficient to read printed material the size of typewritten characters. Hearing loss, as measured by an audiometer, must not exceed 35 decibels at 1000, 2000, and 3000 Hz levels. Since the duties of these positions are exacting and responsible, and involve activities under trying conditions, applicants must possess emotional and mental stability. Any physical condition that would cause the applicant to be a hazard to himself/herself, or others is disqualifying. Due to the requirements of this position, applicants must have prior law enforcement experience that included the following activities: enforcement of criminal laws of the United States through investigation, apprehension, or detection of individuals suspected or convicted of offenses against these criminal laws. This experience must be reflected in the resume. NOTE: To be eligible for Secondary Law Enforcement Coverage, you must 1) move directly from a federal Primary/Rigorous position; 2) complete 3 years of service in a primary/rigorous position, and; 3) must be continuously employed in a secondary position(s) since moving from a primary/rigorous position. Selective Placement Factor: Must have at least three years of service in positions that have been approved for Rigorous or Primary Law Enforcement retirement coverage. Specialized Experience Requirement: GS-13 Level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level. Specialized experience is defined as the majority of the following: planning, coordinating, and leading complex patrol operations involving other law enforcement agencies which may have included saturation patrols, checkpoints, and/or specialized units; advising or collaborating on violation prevention and law enforcement strategies; planning and conducting special studies, reviews, and evaluating related to investigative activities; providing technical guidance to field staff on law enforcement intelligence and/or counter intelligence gathering. 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. TIME IN GRADE REQUIREMENT: If you are a current federal employee in the General Schedule (GS) pay plan and applying for a promotion opportunity, you must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirements of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. This requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

No education requirement

Contacts

• Address USDA Forest Service HRM Contact Center DO NOT MAIL IN APPLICATIONS, SEE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE ANNOUNCEMENT. Albuquerque, NM 87109 US
• Name: HRM Contact Center
• Phone: 1-877-372-7248 X2
• Email: [email protected]