About the Position: The incumbent will serve as a sample controller for the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS) of the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Laboratory, an organization providing world-wide laboratory support to investigative agencies of the Department of Defense and other federal and non-federal agencies.

Duties

Manage DNA sample submissions. Manage the CODIS Branch offender DNA sample repository. Receives, determine acceptability and enter sample information into computer database. Manages CODIS Branch supply and equipment maintenance systems. Performs the calibration, adjusting and fine-tuning of elaborate laboratory equipment that conducts DNA analysis. Performs critical and routine decontamination procedures.

Requirements

• Must comply with Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements. This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to applicant testing and random drug testing.
• Applicants tentatively selected for appointment to this position will participate in drug urinalysis testing unless currently occupying a TDP within the Department of Defense.
• Required to sign DA Form 5019 (Certain Civilian Positions Identified as Critical Under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program) requiring participation in random drug testing as a condition of employment.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance for the duration of employment.
• Must participate in DNA profiling database with the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Laboratory.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. GS-7: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes using automated systems in a laboratory environment, performing laboratory support functions, and attention to detail. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at/or equivalent to the GS-05 grade level in the Federal service. OR Education: One full year of graduate level education in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Biology or Chemistry. OR Superior Academic Achievement: Successful completion of all the requirements for a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement. In order to be creditable under this provision, Superior Academic Achievement must have been gained in a curriculum that is qualifying for the position to be filled. Superior Academic Achievement is based on: (1) Grade-Point Average - 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0 overall or 3.5 or higher out of a possible 4.0 in the major field of study; (2) Honor Society Membership - You may be considered eligible based on membership in one of the approved national scholastic honor societies listed by the Association of College Honor Societies (https://www.achsnatl.org/). (NOTE: You must attach a copy of your transcripts and/or verification of class standing for further verification.) OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) by 18. Add the two percentages. GS-9: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes using performing laboratory support functions, entering samples into a database using automated systems, and properly labeling/storing samples. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at/or equivalent to the GS-07 grade level in the Federal service. OR Education: Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Biology or Chemistry. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the first year (total graduate semester hours minus 18) by 18. Add the two percentages. GS-11: Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes entering samples in DNA tracking system, using law enforcement database to obtain criminal history information, interacting with customers to reconcile sample submission issues, producing reports and analyzing data. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at/or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level in the Federal service. OR Education: Ph.D or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position, such as: Biology or Chemistry. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Computer SkillsForensicsOral CommunicationWritten Communication

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show 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. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Contacts

• Address AS-APF-W2MBAA USA CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION LABORATORY DO NOT MAIL Fort Belvoir, VA 22060 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk