Joining the Secret Service, Office of Technical Development and Mission Support, Technical Security Division will allow you to maintain the physical security of the institution through installation, maintenance and repairs of an array of electronic systems in order to ensure the safety of protectees and facilities. For more information on the Secret Service click here.

Duties

This position starts at a salary of $82,764.00 GS-11, Step 1, with potential to $128,956.00, GS-12, Step 10. The selectee will serve as an Electronics Technician in the Technical Security Division. Typical work assignments include: Testing components of new equipment for compatibility with existing systems prior to approval for use at a protective site. Using technical expertise to repair, troubleshoot, install, fabricate, test, sustain and maintain a wide range of highly specialized electronics including cameras, video management system, intrusion detection and access control equipment. Developing substantial modifications to and/or preparing basic designs of electronics equipment, circuitry, and components. Providing training to end-users regarding the use, installation, maintenance and basic troubleshooting of equipment.

Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the Specialized Experience requirements as noted below. You qualify for the GS-11 level (starting salary $82,764.00) if you possess one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-10 level performing the following duties: Maintaining all aspects of electric and communication systems to meet department requirements; Identifying issues arising from implementing new equipment within established electronic systems (i.e., video management, intrusion detection and access control electronic systems); and Utilizing corrective action procedures to ensure requirements are met for maintenance requests. NOTE: Your resume must explicitly indicate how you meet this requirement, otherwise you will be found ineligible. You qualify for the GS-12 level (starting salary $99,200.00) if you possess one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-11 level performing the following duties: Operating test equipment to diagnose malfunctions or performance issues of electronic systems; Implementing electronic systems and equipment (i.e., video management, intrusion detection and access control systems) to meet technical and/or security requirements; and Preparing operation and maintenance guides for end-users. 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. Veterans' Preference: For more information on veterans' preference see: https://www.opm.gov/fedshirevets/veteran-job-seekers/# 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]