This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Chicago Field Division This position(s) primary purpose is to support and assistance to an assigned DEA Domestic Field Division's community outreach and prevention support activities, including program planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of community events.

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 Community Outreach Specialistyour typical work assignments may include: Provides advice and guidance about community outreach and prevention programs to the Division's management and staff. Manages the Division's DEA Citizens Academy program. Develops budget requirements for the Divisions community outreach and prevention program. Submits monthly reports of community outreach and prevention activities' process and outcome metrics to the Division's management and DEA Headquarters' elements. Writes speeches for community outreach events.

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/).
• Applicant must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license while employed in the position and will be required to operate the motor vehicle in accordance with applicable OPM regulations and related requirements of DOJ/DEA

Qualifications

Applicants must meet the Specialized Experience requirements as noted below. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. You may qualify at the GS-12 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal Service (or equivalent) performing the following duties: 1) Maintaining interpersonal relationships with a variety of specialized groups, governmental entities, and the general public to support communities and assist with drug prevention efforts; 2) Disseminating drug prevention education information to groups and service providers through a variety of communication channels; 3) Developing drug prevention informational materials such as fact sheets, brochures, and articles for publication in printed media and as handouts in meetings and briefings; and 4) Arranging and conducting special events, workshops, seminars, and meetings. You may qualify at the GS-13 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal Service (or equivalent) performing the following duties: 1) Liaising with drug prevention organizations and community partners such as schools, law enforcement agencies, health service organizations, and other appropriate entities; 2) Developing, executing and evaluating the effectiveness of drug prevention education and outreach initiatives; 3) Planning, developing and disseminating drug prevention information to stakeholders using a full range of media and communication methods; and 4) Initiating, developing, and conducting special events, workshops, seminars, and other meetings with various organizations and agencies to educate, inform, and stimulate participation in drug prevention program activities. 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: Communications and MediaOral CommunicationPartneringPlanning and EvaluatingWriting 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: Debra Jordan
• Phone: 571-776-2688
• Email: [email protected]