Joining the Secret Service, Office of Investigations, Forensic Services Division will allow you to conduct forensic analysis to develop and identify latent print ridges on evidence utilizing various methodologies, techniques, and practices. For more information on the Secret Service click here.

Duties

The selectee will serve as a/an 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 stakeholders on proper techniques for processing, collection, preservation, and packaging of evidence and material.

Requirements

Qualifications

You qualify for the GS-09 level (starting salary $68,405.00) if you possess one of the following: GS-09: Applicant must demonstrate one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-07 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) performing the following duties: Work that provided knowledge of the techniques for comparing and lifting latent fingerprints on a wide variety of evidentiary materials; Photographing latent and inked prints, and; Making photographic enlargements for court demonstrations. You qualify for the GS-11 level (starting salary $68,405.00) if you possess one of the following: GS-11: Applicant must demonstrate one full year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-09 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) performing the following duties: Performing difficult latent fingerprint examinations; Preparing written laboratory reports based on examinations; and Testifying as an expert witness in the area of latent fingerprint examinations. 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]