Joining the Secret Service, Office of Training, James J. Rowley Training Center will allow you to independently maintain, modify, adapt, and test firearms and related equipment that is used or will be deployed into agency operations. For more information on the Secret Service click here.

Duties

The selectee will serve as an Equipment Specialist (Small Arms & Ammunition) in the Office of Training, James J. Rowley Training Center. Typical work assignments include: Acting as a technical expert in the investigation, testing, and validation of reports concerning the improper use of firearms or the false fire of a firearm. Developing reports and other supporting documentation either validating or invalidating a firearms performance. Preparing technical and authoritative responses to other law enforcement agencies and military facilities requesting information on firearms and ammunition. Researching, identifying, and articulating solutions to highly sensitive and unprecedented issues impacting the use of firearms as a result of false fire, firearms malfunction, or unforeseen problems. Utilizing ballistic testing equipment such as brass calibration, pressure testing, air gauge, ballistic media, velocity and accuracy testing range to evaluate the performance of firearms, ammo, and equipment.

Requirements

Qualifications

Specialized Experience GS-12: 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 in the Federal Service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) performing the following duties: Evaluate firearms or related equipment to determine readiness for field deployment; Conduct ammunition testing to evaluate the performance of firearms, ammunition, or related equipment; and Inspect firearms, ammunition, and/or related equipment to perform required maintenance. (NOTE: The contents of your resume MUST support your claim of specialized experience.) GS-13: You qualify for the GS-13 level (starting salary $117,962) if you possess one year of specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-12 level in the Federal Service (obtained in either the public or private sectors) performing the following duties: Evaluate firearms, ammunition, or related equipment to create procurement packages to meet an organization's needs; Complete firearms testing to analyze malfunctions to develop solutions; and Conduct training to advise on the safe and proper use of firearms and related equipment. (NOTE: The contents of your resume MUST support your claim of specialized experience.) PLEASE NOTE: This position requires FAC-COR Level II certification. The incumbent must maintain or obtain a FAC-COR Level II certification within the first 2 years of hiring. 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. Please note: The work of this position is performed in an office setting and at a variety of training locations at James J. Rowley Training Center (JJRTC). The work at the JJRTC involves exposure to loud noises, fumes, chemical explosives, lead and other hazards found in a firearms testing/training facility. The incumbent may also visit facilities of contract sites to review, test and/or approve project operations as needed and requires the employee to take special safety precautions.

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]