Supervisory Physical Scientist - Wichita, KS, United States - Department Of Justice

Description

DutiesThis position is located under the Office of Science and Technology in Wichita, Kansas.

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Chief of a Laboratory within the Office of Science and Technology (OST), Forensic Services Division and serve as an advisor to the Deputy Assistant Director of Forensic Services.

As a Supervisory Physical Scientist (Laboratory Chief, Forensic Science Laboratory), GS , your typical work assignments may include:

Plan, direct, and evaluate effectiveness and efficiency of the Laboratory and supervise a staff of subordinate supervisors, scientific and technical professionals, and support personnel.

Conduct scientific, technical, and physical analyses on evidentiary material and analyze data connected with criminal investigations.

Oversee complete laboratory work that encompasses broad range of responsibilities to include:

identification and analysis of fire debris and explosives, firearm and tool-mark examinations, fingerprint examinations, DNA analysis, trace evidence analysis, crime scene assistance, and other support activities, depending on the laboratory's specific mission.

Requirements Conditions of EmploymentThe time-in-grade requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement. The qualification requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
This is a non-bargaining unit position.


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.


Key Requirements:
Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation.
Pass drug screening and subject to random drug test.
Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See sign a mobility agreement as condition of employment.


QualificationsBasic Qualifications:

You must show you have successfully completed a bachelor's degree (or higher degree) in physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics OR a combination of education and experience education equivalent to one of the majors shown above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education.

In addition to the basic qualifications above, to qualify for 15, candidates must also have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level, GS-14.

Additional Conditions of Employment:

GS-1- You qualify if you possess one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal, State, or Local government or equivalent public or private sector experience, performing the following duties.

Specialized experience includes all of the following:
Establish internal controls to ensure responsible use of funds and resources.
Devise methods for completing projects and resolve conflicts that arise.
Develop major aspects of key scientific program operations of a highly scientific and/or technical nature.
Manage work of multiple scientific and/or technical groups through subordinate supervisors.
Establish and implement a safety program to address unique challenges encountered in a laboratory where potentially hazardous conditions exist.

The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies.

If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if:
1) This vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility; and
2) You apply under the instructions in this announcement; and
3) You are found well-qualified for this vacancy.

To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and score 85 or better on established ranking criteria.

You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application.

Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at:
.Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP). The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies.

If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if:
1) This vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility; and
2) You apply under the instructions in this announcement; and
3) You are found well-qualified for this vacancy.

To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and score 85 or better on established ranking criteria.

You must provide proof of eligibility with your application to receive selection priority.

Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form.

Additional information about ICTAP eligibility is at:
.Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): VEOA allows eligible veterans to apply and compete for positions announced under merit promotion procedures when the hiring agency is recruiting from outside its own workforce. To be eligible for a Veteran Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) appointment, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service. If you are applying for a Merit Promotion announcement and wish to be considered under the VEOA, you must submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214, in addition to any other required documents listed on this announcement.

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.

EducationAll academic degrees and course work must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S.

Department of Education.

For a list of schools that meet these criteria see:
informationNotice to Prospective Employees of Ethical Obligations from ATF's Human Resources Operations Division. Please click on the following link to read important information. DOJ Notice to Prospective Employees of Ethical Obligations.


Selective Service:
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law


See EEO Statement:

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a parent, genetic information, disability, age, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism.

Applicants who believe they have been subjected to discrimination, or retaliation for participating in EEO activity or for opposing discrimination, should contact the ATF's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity at within 45 calendar days of when the alleged harm occurred.

Please click on the following link to read important information. Department of Justice EEO Policy Statement .


DIVERSITY Statement:
"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.

" Reasonable Accommodation Statement:

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 or send an email to The decision on granting a reasonable accommodation is handled on a case-by-case basis."Federal Regulations state no ATF employee, his/her spouse, or his/her minor child shall have, directly or indirectly, any financial interest, including compensated employment, stock, or proprietary interest in the alcohol, tobacco, firearms or explosives industries.

You should be aware that you may be asked to relinquish any ownership of or interests in the alcohol, tobacco, firearms or explosives industries before a determination can be made whether access to ATF information, information technology systems, and/or facilities can be authorized."Additional vacancies may be filled from this vacancy announcement.

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Review our benefitsHow You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement.

If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire.

If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job.

If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

The assessment questionnaire is designed to measure your ability in the following competencies:ForensicsLeadershipOral CommunicationStrategic ThinkingWritten Communication

To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click When the JOA closes, you will receive an assessment narrative via email that will further allow us to evaluate your written and leadership competencies.