This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Business Operations (AS). This position(s) primary purpose is responsible for the daily operation and coordination of activities of the Associate Administrator's office. This position reports directly to the Associate Administrator.

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 Special Assistant, your typical work assignments may include: Supporting Business Operations efforts to improve the processing of decision documents. Developing, analyzing, evaluating, reviewing, and advising on projects such as improving the effectiveness of processes and procedures, distribution of work assignments and other management related issues. Managing, organizing, and prioritizing projects, activities, and timelines in accordance with the agency mission and goals. Supporting the Associate Administrator on operational matters.

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.
• DEA uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.
• Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/).

Qualifications

Applicants must meet the Specialized Experience requirements as noted below. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to a GS-13. One year of specialized experience for this position includes: 1) Using qualitative and quantitative methods for the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness or the improvement of management processes and systems; 2) Developing proposed solutions for managers decision making on strategic and trending initiatives. 3) Applying administrative laws, policies, regulations, and procedures to improve efficiency of business processes. 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 ManagementPlanning and EvaluatingTechnical Competence Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement (as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F).

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Drug Enforcement Administration Do Not Send Postal Mail Springfield, VA 21310 US
• Name: John Shambaugh
• Email: [email protected]