This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Diversion Control Division (DC), Strategic Policy & Research Staff (DCS), Arlington, VA The DC mission is to prevent, detect, and investigate the diversion of pharmaceutical controlled substances and listed chemicals from legitimate channels while ensuring an adequate and uninterrupted supply of pharmaceutical controlled substances and listed chemicals to meet legitimate medical, commercial, and scientific needs.

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 Drug Control Policy and Strategy Advisor your typical work assignments may include: Serving as DEA expert and primary source of information on public/mental health administration (federal, state, and/or local); clinical practice; recovery support; peer support; case management or coordination; or mental health/behavioral health policy. Developing strategies and plans for improving the overall quality of the DEA diversion and enforcement programs guidance, policies, and regulations. Planning and conducting complex analysis of marked difficulty, responsibility, and significance which support the Diversion Control Program operational priorities. Conducting independent research and studies regarding drug abuse, misuse, and treatment to identify trends and opportunities for new or changes to policy. Consulting on strategic policy regarding Diversion legislative, regulatory, and enforcement activities.

Requirements

• U. S. Citizenship Required
• 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 successfully complete a probationary period
• 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/).
• Current Federal employees cannot transfer unused Time Off Awards to DEA.
• Incumbent is required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, (5 CFR Part 2634, Subpart I USOGE, 6/08). Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet the Basic Requirement and Specialized Experience requirements as noted below. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. The basic requirement for this position requires completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position (YOU MUST SUBMIT YOUR TRANSCRIPTS). The basic requirement can also be met by a combination of education and experience that demonstrates that you possess the knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field (a major field of study is the amount specified by the college or university attended. If this number cannot be obtained, 24 semester hours will be considered as equivalent to a major field of study). In lieu of education, the basic requirement can be met by four years of appropriate experience that demonstrates that you have acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. You must demonstrate in your resume at least one (1) year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14. 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: GS-15: Must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level or pay band in the Federal service that includes performing the following duties: 1) serving as an expert on public/mental health administration or mental health/behavioral health policy;2) conducting complex scientific investigations regarding the use and abuse of controlled pharmaceutical substance, chemicals, and/or synthetic compounds;3) developing policy or guidance regarding the proper control of licit and illicit substances; 4) assessing the effectiveness of programs and consistency with goals, objectives and policies; and 5) providing expert witness testimony at trial and/or sentencing hearings. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Education

This position requires specific coursework and/or a degree to meet the basic education requirement. You must submit an official transcript, unofficial transcript, or a list including courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned. Your transcript(s) must clearly demonstrate the course(s) listed in the qualification requirement section. If the transcript(s) does not clearly demonstrate this you must submit a copy of the course description and/or other documentation demonstrating that the courses are equivalent.

If you are claiming education as any part of your qualifications for this position, you must submit an official transcript, unofficial transcript, or a list including courses, grades earned, completion dates, and quarter and semester hours earned.

Special Instructions for Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. Failure to provide such documentation with your application will result in lost consideration. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address Drug Enforcement Administration Do Not Send Postal Mail Springfield, VA 21310 US
• Name: Richelle Harris
• Phone: 571-776-2925
• Email: [email protected]