Joining the Secret Service, Office of Investigations, Forensic Services Division, Fingerprint Operations Branch will allow you to conduct forensic analysis to develop and identify latent print ridges on evidence utilizing various methodologies, techniques, and practices. This Fingerprint Specialist position starts at a salary of $117,962 GS-13, with promotion potential to $153,354 GS-13, step 10. For more information on the Secret Service click here.

Duties

This position is with the United States Secret Service, Office of Investigations (INV), Forensic Services Division (FSD), Fingerprint Operations Branch (FOB). FSD is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating forensic science activities including, but not limited to expert examination of questioned documents, latent prints, papers, inks, and other related materials; the administration of polygraph examinations; and the analysis and preparation of photography and evidence for court appearances. FOB is responsible for the examination and processing of evidence for latent prints and the subsequent comparison and searching of latent prints developed. The selectee will serve as a Fingerprint Specialist in the Forensic Services Division. Typical work assignments include: Utilizing chemical, physical, and instrumental techniques (i.e., Mideo Latent Works, Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems (AFIS), LASER, and Alternate Light Sources) to conduct examinations. Serving as an expert witness in Federal and other court systems to present evidence and testimony pertaining to results of examinations. Preparing reports to communicate procedures, results, and findings of print analysis. Training special agents, officers, investigators, specialists, and other applicable stakeholders on proper techniques for processing, collection, preservation, and packaging of evidence and material.

Requirements

Qualifications

You qualify for the GS-13 level (starting salary $117,962.00) if you possess one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-12 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) performing the following duties: Examining material and/or evidence to collect latent, fragmentary, or imperfect prints; Preparing reports to communicate procedures, results, and/or findings of print analysis; and Processing evidence in accordance with legal guidelines to ensure compliance. NOTE: Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet this requirement, otherwise you will be found ineligible. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. 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. Current or Former Political Appointees: 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. Interagency/Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP/CTAP): This program applies to Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed, or employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet eligibility criteria for CTAP or ICTAP; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position; and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. Well-Qualified includes those applicants whose knowledge, skills, and abilities clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position. For information on eligibility criteria and required documentation, go to: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address United States Secret Service Please read entire announcement Please apply online Washington, DC 20223 US
• Name: Philadelphia Services Branch
• Email: [email protected]