Criminal Investigator (NRT Program Manager)

ATF; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ATF in Huntsville, AL seeks a criminal investigator to serve as the National Response Team (NRT) Program Manager within the Fire Investigation and Arson Enforcement Division. The role advises senior management on policy and technical matters and leads national investigations and task forces.

Strong leadership and interagency collaboration are essential. The position requires experience with major investigations, guidance to headquarters and field personnel, and the ability to brief congressional

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National
• Selective Service registration may be required for males born on/after 12/31/1959
• Probationary period may be required for new supervisors
• Current ATF employee with competitive status or CTAP/RPL eligible candidate preferred
• Pass drug screening and subject to random drug testing
• Background investigation required for suitability
• Meet time-in-grade requirements by closing date of the announcement

Responsibilities

• Advises top Bureau management on policy issues and technical matters
• Leads complex studies and coordinates task forces on national significance issues
• Provides technical assistance on major national investigations under ATF jurisdiction
• Guides HQ and field managers on new developments and trends affecting the program
• Prepares and presents briefings/papers to Congress, Bureau management, and partner agencies

Job description

Summary This Criminal Investigator serves as the National Response Team (NRT) Program Manager in the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF), National Cener for Explosives Training and Research (NCETR), Fire Investigation and Arson Enforcement Division, Fire Programs and Training Branch. The NRT Program Manager serves as an advisor to top level Bureau management such as the Assistant Director (Field Operations), Division Chiefs, field Special Agents in Charge (SAC's) on policy/technical matters.

Summary This Criminal Investigator serves as the National Response Team (NRT) Program Manager in the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF), National Cener for Explosives Training and Research (NCETR), Fire Investigation and Arson Enforcement Division, Fire Programs and Training Branch. The NRT Program Manager serves as an advisor to top level Bureau management such as the Assistant Director (Field Operations), Division Chiefs, field Special Agents in Charge (SAC's) on policy/technical matters.

Duties

The major duties of the Criminal Investigator (NRT Program Manager) position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Serves as an advisor to top level Bureau management such as the Assistant Director (Field Operations), Division Chiefs, field Special Agents in Charge (SAC's), on all policy issues and technical matters within his/her area of responsibility.
• Performs complex, in-depth studies and/or directs and coordinates task forces or working groups on significant law enforcement issues which impact on functions and programs of national significance.
• Provides technical assistance to Bureau managers and supervisors on major national investigations involving violations of Federal laws under ATF jurisdiction.
• Provides leadership and guidance to Headquarters and field managers on the impact and implementation of new developments, trends, technology, and other matters affecting the assigned functional area, project, or program.
• Prepares and presents briefings and papers to members of Congress and their staffs; Department and Bureau management officials; law enforcement representatives of various federal, state, and local agencies; other law enforcement-related organizations; and the public.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

The requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

• Must be U.S. Citizen or National
• Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31st 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
• May be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• You must be a current permanent ATF employee with competitive status or a CTAP/RPL eligible candidate.
• Pass drug screening and subject to random drug test.
• Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation.
• You must meet all applicable time-in-grade requirements by the closing of this announcement.
• Financial Disclosure: If selected, you may be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.

MOBILITY PLAN:

New employees hired pursuant to this vacancy announcement must sign a mobility agreement. The purpose of ATF's mobility policy is to enhance career development and progression, and achieve mission and business effectiveness. To accomplish these objectives, the mobility plan will facilitate the movement of employees through special short-term assignments or permanent reassignments throughout the Bureau. Applicants who decline to sign a mobility agreement, as required, will be removed from the hiring process. This is a non-bargaining unit position.

Qualifications

To qualify for the Supervisory Criminal Investigator position at the GS-14 grade level, candidates must also have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-13) by the closing date of this announcement.

Specialized experience

Specialized experience is demonstrated experience, which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position. Experience must be in the normal line of progression or must be related to the work of the position advertised and must be reflected in resume.

Specialized Experience Must Include All Of

• Advising top level Bureau management on all policy issues and technical matters within area of responsibility; AND
• Performing complex, in-depth studies and/or directs and coordinates task forces or working groups on significant law enforcement issues which impact on functions and programs of national significance; AND
• Providing technical assistance to Bureau managers and supervisors on major national investigations involving violations of Federal laws under ATF jurisdiction.

*CES/CFI experience is preferred but not required.

NRT experience is preferred but not required.

Please do not cut and paste the position description or specialized experience from this announcement into your resume, as this will not be considered a demonstration of this position.

Your resume and experience must support your responses to the application questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating.

See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

Additional Selections May Be Made From This Announcement.

A one-year probationary period is required for new supervisors and managers.

Notice to Prospective Employees of Ethical Obligations from ATF's Human Resources Operations Division.

Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP)

These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must:

• Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria;
• Be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above based on the competencies listed above; and
• Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.

EEO Statement/Policy

The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.

Reasonable Accommodation

ATF provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the job application and hiring process, and you meet the eligibility requirements listed above, please notify the human resources specialist listed on the vacancy announcement, or contact the ATF's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity at [phone] or send an email to [e-mail]. The decision on granting a reasonable accommodation is handled on a case-by-case basis.

Selective Service

If you were born male, on or after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or is exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Additional information is found at: www.sss.gov.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.