Law Enforcement Specialist (Instructor Development).

Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers; Glynco (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) in Glynco, GA, seeks a Law Enforcement Specialist (Instructor Development) to support training program coordination, delivery, maintenance, and accreditation. The role serves within TOPS/TMO/AID/IDR to strengthen law enforcement instructional programs.

Responsibilities include developing and delivering in-residence and online instructor training, applying adult learning theory, and ensuring instructional quality across courses for internal and

Qualifications

• Resume must be no more than two pages.
• Selective Placement Factor (SPF) required; resumes not demonstrating SPF may be ineligible.
• Must obtain and maintain FLETC Law Enforcement Instructor certification within 12 months of employment.
• Background investigation and drug testing required.
• Work may involve occasional travel, weekends, and federal holidays.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering in-residence and online law enforcement instructor training.
• Coordinating training program delivery, maintenance, and accreditation.
• Evaluating and updating instructor training programs for quality assurance.
• Applying instructional methodologies and adult learning theory to improve training outcomes.

Skills

Law enforcement instructor training

Curriculum development

Adult learning theory

Instructional design

Job description

Duties

Serving as a Law Enforcement Specialist (Instructor Development) GS-1801-13 makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) team and mission. This position is located in the Office of the Associate Training Ops (TOPS), Training Management Operations (TMO) Directorate, Accreditation and Instructional Systems Division (AID), Instructor Development and Curriculum Research Branch (IDR), located in Glynco, GA . The primary purpose of this position is serve as a Law Enforcement Instructor directly supporting training program coordination, delivery, maintenance, and accreditation.

Typical Duties Include

• Teaching law enforcement instructor training programs to a trainee demographic familiar with subject-matter that involving highly specialized law enforcement, law enforcement training knowledge and law enforcement skillsets in tailoring training to meet the specific needs of internal and external stakeholders.
• Supporting training programs in educational and instructional areas that are indexed to the FLETC course catalog e.g., instructional methodology, classroom management, instructional systems design, classroom facilitation, online facilitation, and training program administration/ instruction.
• Performing quality assurance functions evaluating, revising, updating, and maintaining in-residence and online instructor training programs.
• Participating in the research and application of instructional methodologies and adult learning theory as it relates to the law enforcement training environment to include identifying state-of-the art technologies, trends in adult education/training, training outcome measurements and alternate training delivery systems as appropriate for in-residence, distributed/distance law enforcement training/learning solutions.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You must successfully pass a background investigation.
• You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state issued driver's license to conduct official government business.
• Bargaining Unit: This is a bargaining unit covered position, represented under the National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain FLETC Law Enforcement Instructor certification within 12 months of employment.
• You will be required to undergo pre-appointment and random drug testing for illegal drug use. Employment is contingent upon favorable results.
• You must be able to meet job-related medical and/or fitness standards. You will be subject to an initial and annual physical examination that measures your visual, hearing, and physical acuity.
• You will be subject to rotation to other programs and/or training sections in order to provide depth to the FLETC’s instructor cadre.
• Position is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment - persons convicted of misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence are prohibited from occupying this position.
• This position is Emergency Essential and required to sustain FLETC’s operations under all conditions.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Weekends and federal holidays may be required.
• This position has been evaluated using the NICE framework and does not meet the requirements for inclusion in the Cybersecurity Workforce.

Qualifications

A resume must be no more than two pages. If an applicant's resume exceeds two pages, the USAJOBS database will not allow the application to be submitted. For additional assistance, please visit:

This position has a Selective Placement Factor (SPF). If your resume does not demonstrate possession of the SPF, you will be rated ineligible.

SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR

In order to be considered for this position you must:

• Possess experience as a sworn law enforcement officer or agent with full arrest authority in the prevention, detection, apprehension, detention and/or investigation of felony and/or misdemeanor violations of federal, state, local, tribal, or military criminal laws;
• OR-
• Have held a federal civilian position in the 1801 occupational series.
• AND-

Specialized Experience at the GS-13

You qualify for the GS-13 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the federal service, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing the following duties:

• Developing and delivering a variety of in-residence and online law enforcement instructor training relevant to instructor development, curriculum development and law enforcement topical areas including but not limited to tactics, patrol, investigations, human behavior, interviewing, communication skills, legal topics, and firearms safety.

• Researching, developing, modifying, and instructing law enforcement training curriculum.

Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level.

All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

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.

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) eligibles

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Note

Secondary Administrative Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) retirement coverage has been requested for this position, but is not approved at this time. If selected, you may be offered LEO retirement coverage if approval is received from DHS at the time of the official offer.

Transfer Requirement for CSRS

To be eligible for secondary coverage, an employee must: - Transfer without a break in service exceeding 3 days directly from a primary position to a secondary position; AND - Be continuously employed in a secondary position since moving from a primary position; except a break in employment in secondary positions that begins with an involuntary separation (not for cause) and/or voluntary breaks in service that began prior to January 20, 1988.

Transfer Requirement for FERS

To be eligible for secondary coverage, an employee must: - Transfer without a break in service exceeding 3 days directly from a primary position to a secondary position; AND - Have completed 3 years of service in a primary position, including any such service during which no FERS deductions were withheld; AND - Be continuously employed in a secondary position since moving from a rigorous position; except a break in employment in secondary positions that begins with an involuntary separation (not for cause).

Re-employed annuitants' annual salaries will be reduced by the amount of their retirement annuity and by further cost of living increases. FERS retirees receiving a FERS annuity supplement must also be aware that, like social security benefits, their FERS annuity supplement is subject to an earnings test and may be reduced if the salary earned is more than the social security exempt amount of earnings. Additional information is available on

Education

Not Applicable

Additional information

A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is not authorized.

The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707.

Pursuant to Executive Order 12564 and FLETC policy, FLETC is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and, therefore, conducts random and other drug testing of its employees in order to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. Headquarters personnel in safety- or security-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing and all applicants tentatively selected for employment at FLETC are subject to drug testing resulting in a negative test result.

Background Investigation

To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, the FLETC requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Suitability/Fitness as a condition of placement in this Non-Sensitive, Moderate Risk position. This review may include financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.

Physical Demands

Primarily sedentary, however, there are a range of physical demands depending on the course demands. The work requires walking, standing, bending, or sitting that may be tiring or uncomfortable. There is the need to carry equipment and packages or containers. Travel to field locations to coordinate training activities may be involved.

Work Environment

The normal workplace is a classroom or office although some outside settings may be used, Appropriate safety practices will be utilized at all times. Safety gear will be used if needed.

The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code

• 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R
• 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to

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.