TOUGH WORK. VITAL MISSION. Challenge yourself! You have the power to help combat drug trafficking. Be a part of DEA! It's tough work, but a vital mission. Whatever your background or expertise, your work at DEA will be tremendously rewarding because it will have a daily impact on national security and the quality of life of all Americans.

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. The DEA stores assessment results for one year and applies assessment scores to other job announcements applicants apply to that require the same assessment. If a candidate has completed the equivalent DEA assessment in the previous 12 months, the DEA will refer to the previously earned score and the applicant will not be asked to re-test prior to test score expiration or to participate in the structured interview. Positions will be filled in multiple geographic locations nationwide. Selectees may be required to relocate as a condition of employment. Selectee placement will be based on requirements of the agency to effectively meet goals and objectives. Diversion Investigators enforce the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and the Chemical Diversion and Trafficking Act (CDTA) regarding the manufacture, distribution and dispensing of legally produced controlled substances and listed chemicals in order to prevent diversion of controlled substances and listed chemicals into the illicit market, while ensuring an adequate uninterrupted supply of pharmaceutical controlled substances and listed chemicals to meet the legitimate medical, commercial and scientific needs of the public. The incumber will perform the following duties: Resolve conventional problems and situations in assigned liaison activities. Conducts investigations involving conflicting evidence. Coordinates the development and release of information in substantive program. Oversees the proper destruction or reconditioning of controlled substances in accordance with prescribed conditions. Responds in verbal and written format, to requests for information requiring coordination with other agency offices.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Successful completion of an one-year probationary period is required (unless already completed).
• This position requires that the incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Successful completion of written assessments and a structured interview is required.
• Successful completion of a mandatory 12 week in residence Basic Diversion Investigator Course located in Quantico, Virginia.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Background and/or Security Clearance.
• Medical examination required.
• Polygraph Required.
• Drug testing designated position.
• Must sign a mobility agreement that confirms your understanding and agreement to accept relocation to any location depending on the needs of the DEA and the Diversion Control Program.

Qualifications

GS-11: Must have one (1)year of specialized experience equivalent to at least a GS-09 level or pay band in the Federal service that includes performing the following duties: 1) Coordinates the development and release of information in substantive program areas, such as press releases, fact sheets, newsletters, or other briefing materials; 2) Conducts registrant investigations involving multiple persons or organizations with numerous primary and secondary activities.; 3) Responds in verbal and written format, to requests for information requiring coordination with other agency offices.; 4) Resolving disputed facts, uncovering evidence through in-depth record searches; 5) Oversees the proper destruction or reconditioning of controlled substances in accordance with prescribed conditions. Competencies: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competencies in the following areas: Accountability Arithmetic Attention to Detail Decision Making Flexibility Integrity/Honesty Interpersonal Skills Memory Oral Communication Problem Solving Reading Reasoning Self-Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Writing Motor Vehicle Operation A job applicant study guide for the assessments used to evaluate you on these competencies is available here: https://www.dea.gov/sites/default/files/2018-09/DEA%20Diversion%20Investigator%20Applicant%20Preparation%20GuideCOMP.pdf All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review in our office, in other Federal agency personnel offices, and on OPM's web site. Your application will be evaluated and rated under DEA's Category Rating and Selection Procedures. Category Rating Procedures: If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be placed in one of the three categories: Best-Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate high proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all Selective Placement Factors (SPF) and appropriate Quality Ranking Factors (QRF) as determined by the job analysis. Well-Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates acceptable proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all SPFs and appropriate QRFs as determined by the job analysis Qualified: Applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate basic proficiency in most of the critical competencies, including all SPFs and appropriate QRFs as determined by the job analysis. The Category Rating Process does not add veteran's preference points but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category. Preference eligibles who meet the minimum qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent must be listed in the highest quality category (except in the case of scientific or professional positions at the GS-09 level or higher). Veteran preference eligibles will receive selection consideration before non-preference eligibles within each quality category. Based on your responses, you will receive a score from the Assessment Questionnaires. Candidates within the best qualified category who are eligible for veteran preference will receive selection priority over non-veteran preference eligible.

Education

Education requirements do not apply on the vacancy announcement.

Contacts

• Address Drug Enforcement Administration Do Not Send Postal Mail Springfield, VA 21310 US
• Name: Derrick Turner
• Phone: (571) 776-3131
• Email: [email protected]