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Fingerprint Specialist

Drug Enforcement Administration

Website: :hjttp://www.avuedigitalservices.com/dea/applicant.html
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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.

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This position is located at DOJ, Drug Enforcement Administration, Operational Support Division, Office of Science and Technology, Operations Section, Arlington, VA.

The DEA is conveniently located near the Pentagon City Subway (Metro), the Pentagon City mall and other shopping areas. DEA participates in the Transit Subsidy and the Alternative Work Schedule Programs. There is a free on-site fitness center, Health Clinic and cafeteria. Free on-site parking may be available for employees who qualify. This position includes a variety of benefits such as health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holiday; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; training and development opportunities, family/worklife program, etc.

The primary method of applying for this vacancy is online via the Internet at www.avuedigitalservices.com/dea/applicant.html. If you do not have access to the Internet you are strongly encouraged to visit your library, state employment commission, or a commercial establishment that provides Internet access to apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you may call the contact phone number listed on this announcement to obtain a copy of the vacancy announcement, applicant qualification form (Form No. F-15566-AVUE), and instructions for completing the form. No other form of application will be accepted. Applications sent by fax, e-mail and mail will not be accepted.

Applications and supporting documents must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

Applicants submitting proof documents can electronically attach them, or scan and attach them to the employment application. If this is not possible, copies of documents can be faxed to 253-573-9869, or mailed to the following address: Drug Enforcement Administration, c/o Avue Technologies Corporation, ATTN: Direct Services, 1145 Broadway Plaza, Suite 800, Tacoma, WA 98402. All faxed or mailed proof documents must be identified with applicant's name and vacancy announcement number.

Applicants who do not submit a supplementary narrative statement to support the level of experience and/or training claimed will not be given further consideration.

Veterans Preference: If you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, or you are applying for consideration under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act or Veterans' Recruitment Appointment Authority, attach a copy of your DD-214 'Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty' or other proof of eligibility. If you are applying for consideration under the 30% or more Disabled Veteran Authority, you MUST attach a SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans Preference'plus the proof required by that form. LACK OF SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WILL RESULT IN THE AGENCY'S INABILITY TO RECOGNIZE VETERAN STATUS FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.

All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated in the candidate’s work history. If, upon review, it is determined that your work history, KSA’s narrative responses, and/or supporting documents do not support your answer choices, you may be eliminated or your score may be modified to reflect the final rating based on all the information provided in your application. Ultimately, the DEA Human Resources Office is responsible for determining an applicant’s final rating. Please ensure that your work history and narrative responses provide enough detail to support your answers to the KSAs.

Additional vacancies may be filled from this vacancy announcement.

DUTIES:

Serves as Senior Program Specialist, Fingerprint Program, for DEA. Exercises leadership and provides guidance to DEA laboratories and senior DEA management officials in all aspects of the DEA latent fingerprint analysis support program. Advises responsible Section Chief, the Deputy Assistant Administrator for the Office of Forensic Sciences, field laboratory managers and fingerprint specialists and other officials within the DEA and other Federal, State, and local agencies. Originates studies, and writes plans and procedures for the management of the program and its resources, including manpower, funds, equipment, and facilities for the program. Reports on program performance in the laboratories. Analyzes and reviews output of all aspects of the program to determine efficiency, effectiveness, and responsiveness to DEA requirements, and recommends changes for improvements, as appropriate. Keeps abreast of and utilizes knowledge of all current and proposed programs and developments in fingerprint analysis.

Serves as DEA's primary authority in the specialized field of forensic science involving fingerprint evidence. Provides guidance on technical processes and findings related to fingerprinting. Testifies in court to explain findings and explains the various processes involved in developing latent prints.

Plans, coordinates, and implements fingerprint identification program activities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of the methods used to locate and develop latent prints including the use of powders, chemicals, lights, and other means necessary to produce visible prints.

Skill in testifying in court regarding methods used in obtaining evidence, making comparisons and determining matches.

Knowledge of photographic and digital imaging equipment and software.

Knowledge of the theory, operation and methods used to search unidentified latent fingerprints in an Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS).

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be a Certified Latent Print Examiner and passed the certification test offered by the Latent Print Certification Board of the International Association for Identification (IAI) and have attached a copy of the certificate to my application OR must have received formal certification by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Laboratory Division, as a certified Fingerprint Specialist and have attached that certification to their application.

MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifying experience for the GS-14 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to GS-13 that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Examples of specialized experience are serving as the Program Manager over a fingerprint organization, developed new techniques or criteria to identify fingerprints, served as an expert and provided testimony on highly complex, high profile, critical cases of national or international scope.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:

Drug testing is required for this position. All non-DEA applicants must complete a drug use questionnaire when applying for this position. This questionnaire is part of the on-line application process and must be completed before the application can be certified and submitted. Applicants who are found, through investigation or personal admission, to have experimented with or used narcotics or dangerous drugs, except those medically prescribed, will not be considered for employment with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Exceptions to this policy may be made for applicants who admit to limited youthful and experimental use of marijuana. Such applicants may be considered for employment if there is no evidence of regular, confirmed usage, and the full-field background investigation and results of the other steps in the process are otherwise favorable. Compliance with this policy is an essential requirement of the position.

Applications must be received by the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

BASIS OF RATING: You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience, and training you report relative to this position which show the degree to which you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed on this vacancy announcement.

Applicants who apply online will automatically receive email acknowledgement of receipt of their application.

The Drug Enforcement Administration is an equal opportunity employer. Except where otherwise provided by law, there will be no discrimination because of color, race, religion, national origin, politics, marital status, handicapping condition, age, sex, sexual orientation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.

The Drug Enforcement Administration provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the point of contact on this vacancy announcement. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

Relocation expenses are not authorized.

BENEFITS: A variety of health insurance plans; retirement system with investment options; paid holiday; paid sick and annual (vacation) leave; life insurance; incentive systems; subsidized transportation, flexible work schedule, training and development opportunities, family/worklife program, etc.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background investigation.

As a condition of employment, all male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service. If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law.

DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals.

Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

If you are a David L. Boren scholar or fellow, and are not currently a student, the Homeland Security Act of 2002 provides that you can be considered, under a special appointing authority, for vacancies that are advertised under an agency's promotion procedures.

Positions within this agency generally satisfy NSEP service requirements for David L. Boren scholars and fellows. Contact the National Security Education Board for further details on service requirements (http://www.nsepnet.org).

Generally, preference is granted to veterans who entered military service prior to October 14, 1976; or served on active duty during the period from August 2, 1990, through January 2, 1992, and who are otherwise eligible; or who served on active duty during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; or who have served in a military action for which they received a Campaign Badge or Expeditionary Medal. This includes the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) awarded to those who participated in Operation Joint Endeavor or Operation Joint Guard. Also, you may be entitled to veterans' preference if you are a disabled veteran; you have received a Purple Heart; you are the spouse or mother of a disabled veteran; or you are the widow, widower, or mother of a deceased veteran. You will need to submit a Standard Form (SF) 15 and proof of your claim.

If you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, or you are applying for consideration under the Veteran Employment Opportunity Act or Veteran Readjustment Authority, attach a copy of your DD-214 "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty" or other proof of eligibility. If you are applying for consideration under the 30% or more Disabled Veteran Authority, you must attach a SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form.

If you are an eligible Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) applicant you may apply for special selection over other applicants for this position. Individuals who have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) must be well qualified for the position. To be well qualified, applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position. CTAP/ICTAP eligibles must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for the special selection priority: a separation notice; a "Notice of Personnel Action" (SF-50) documenting separation; an agency certification that you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; OR a Military Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456.

This appointment requires completion of a one-year probationary period. During this time period, employee's conduct and performance will be monitored in order to determine if employee will be retained.

SALARY RANGE: $98,033.00-$127,442.00
CLOSE DATE: 7-11-2008
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: H-DEA-SF-08-0202-DEU
OPENING DATE: 6-26-2008
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 14

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: US citizens - Open to general public - Status eligibles and Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) eligibles may also apply under Merit Promotion Vacancy Announcement H-DEA-SF-08-0202-MP.
WORK SCHEDULE: Full Time
TIME LIMIT: Permanent - No time limit
CONTACT NAME: The Help Desk
CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: (253) 573-1877-209
CONTACT EMAIL: www.avuedigitalservices.com/dea/applicant.html