This position is located with the Office of the Secretary of Interior, OJS, Missing and Murdered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Phoenix, Arizona, and Rapid City, South Dakota. Evidence Technicians will support the mission and the Office of Justice Services (OJS) by providing technical support to Criminal Investigators in a task force environment focusing on cold cases and ensuring compliance with federal laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Duties

Supports criminal investigations by receiving evidence and seized property or assists in the seizure. Assesses evidence that was collected and ensures the preparation of materials for use in legal proceedings. Documents and controls evidence according to accepted protocols. Tracks and monitors evidence using automated systems and logs. Maintains all records and documents associated with evidence. Communicates any evidence findings within a written report as well as communicates orally to any evidence collection. Recommends and implements quality control procedures to ensure completeness, accuracy, and conformance with legal requirements.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (title 25, USC Section 472). Form BIA -4432 must be submitted with the application if claiming Indian Preference.
• You will be required to have federal payments made by Direct Deposit
• You may be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period
• A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.
• If you are a male applicant born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.
• Incumbent is required to operate a government motor vehicle, must possess a valid driver's license, and have a safe driving record within the 4 year period immediately preceding submittal of GSA Form 3607.
• Drug Testing. This position is subject to both pre-employment and random drug testing as a condition of employment. Applicants will not be appointed to the position if a verified positive drug test is received.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE GS-08 GRADE LEVEL: 1 year of specialized experience related to the work of the position and equivalent to at least the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service or private sector performing ALL of the following: processing forms, paperwork, and other documentation in accordance with regulations/policy; evaluating evidence and/or documentation for issues or discrepancies and corrects or recommends solutions; tracking, cataloguing and storing a variety of materials; and ensuring that practices are in compliance with existing policies and procedures. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Merit Promotion candidates must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date. Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (title 25, USC Section 472).

Contacts

• Address AS-IA Human Resources 1001 Indian School Rd. NW Albuquerque, NM 87104 US
• Name: Rowena Valadez
• Email: [email protected]