Law Enforcement Specialist (Technical Investigations Instructor).

Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers; Glynco (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentive

Job summary

Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) in Georgia seeks a Law Enforcement Specialist (Technical Investigations Instructor) at GS-1801-13. The role drives advanced instruction in covert surveillance, device investigations, and mobile forensics within the Cyber Division’s Technical Training Operations.

You will lead courses, mentor instructors, and coordinate field training across programs. The position requires security clearance, background investigation, Selective Service compliance,

Qualifications

• SPF (Selective Placement Factor) for federal law enforcement positions.
• Must meet the specialized experience requirements for GS-13 level.
• Background investigation and security clearance requirements are part of the job.

Responsibilities

• Serve as senior instructor and program/course developer in CYD training areas.
• Conduct classroom, laboratory, and field instruction sessions.
• Provide oversight of training classes and instructor development.
• Deliver advanced export training at various sites domestically and internationally.
• Adapt instruction to meet immediate training needs and student requirements.
• Contribute to analytical processes involved in training course development.

Skills

Curriculum development

Law enforcement instruction

Public speaking

Job description

Duties

Serving as a Law Enforcement Specialist (Technical Investigations Instructor) 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 Cyber Division (CYD), Technical Training Operations (TTO) Directorate under the Office of the Associate Director for Training Operations (TOPS) and located in Glynco, Georgia.

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Law Enforcement Specialist (Technical Investigations Instructor) responsible as a senior-level instructor and leader involved in planning and conducting classroom, laboratory, and/or field instruction sessions as part of the CYD training program

Typical Duties

• Serving as a senior instructor, subject-matter expert, and program/course developer in the assigned technology course areas of law enforcement.
• Conducting training in areas such as, but not limited to the following topical areas: Covert Electronic Surveillance Program Covert Electronic Tracking Program, Internet Protocol Camera Program, Mobile Device Investigations Program, JTag-Chip-off, Smartphone Training Program, Wi-Fi Tools for Analysis and Geolocation, Vehicle Data Extraction Program, and Introduction to Mobile Device Investigations Program.
• Providing oversight concerning the conduct of training classes for personnel and plans.
• Conducting advanced export training (off site) at other Federal, State and municipal facilities around the country and international sites on an as-needed basis.
• Using judgment to adjust to immediate training needs such as repeating material, slowing or increasing the pace of the class, or addressing individual learning needs.
• Using life experiences from law enforcement to enhance course content and respond to student questions.
• Participating in the analytical processes involved in the development and delivery of training courses.

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.
• This is not a bargaining unit position.
• 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.
• This position is eligible for situational-only telework based on agency policy.
• Travel of 25% or less may be required.
• Position is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment - persons convicted of misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence are prohibited from occupying this position.
• Overtime may be required.
• Weekends and federal holidays may be required.
• This position requires you to have access, safeguard, and store classified national security information on a regular basis. You must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

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:

SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR

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

• 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

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:

• 1) Designing, installing, and/or utilizing stationary and covert electronic surveillance or tracking devices to collect and transit evidence; 2) Utilizing wired, cellular, mesh and/or microwave technology to install and configure network internet protocol cameras; 3) Preserving digital evidence, to include mobile phone and external media, to be used to forensic analysis; and 4) Employing circuit board-level methods to extract data from the memory chips of digital devices.
• OR
• Developing and instructing basic and advanced law enforcement training curriculum in the electronic surveillance topical area.

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 retirement coverage is being offered for this position.

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).

Pub. Law 114-285 grants the FLETC approval to hire retired federal employees with law enforcement/investigative experience to meet the expanding mission of the FLETC. Individuals may be selected for time‑limited positions with eligibility for the dual‑compensation waiver. The dual‑compensation waiver allows retirees to return to work, earning their full salary with no offset to their FERS annuity. However, this waiver does not exempt the FERS annuity supplement from being reduced. Therefore, FERS retirees receiving a FERS annuity supplement, must be aware that like social security benefits, the 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

If selected, federal retirees will be eligible for a waiver of the dual compensation reduction.

Education

Not Applicable

Additional information

A recruitment OR relocation Incentive may be authorized up to 15% of pay.

Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is not authorized.

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 Secret as a condition of placement in this noncritical sensitive 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.

There are a range of physical demands depending on the course presented. Some courses are confined to a classroom setting while others are outdoors requiring walking, standing, bending, sitting, lying down, or crouching in positions that may be tiring or uncomfortable. There may be the need to carry gear and packages.

The normal workplace is a classroom or office, and inside/outside demonstration areas. The position requires exposure to varying climate and environmental conditions and/or exposure to high levels of noise and dangerous substances. Appropriate safety practices must be utilized at all times. Safety gear, such as hearing and eye protection, must be used when 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.