Summary
"The Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC), through strategic partnerships, prepares the federal law enforcement community to safeguard America's people, property, and institutions." We are a unique inter-agency organization preparing the next generation of law enforcement officers to meet our Nation's most pressing security challenges." Click here to learn more. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized. See additional info section.
Duties
Serving as a Supervisory Law Enforcement Specialist (Instruction) GS-1801-15 makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) team and mission. This position is located within the Technical Training Operations Directorate (TTO) and is located in Glynco, Georgia. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Division Chief and is responsible for the overall performance and technical activities of subordinate staff, which may include Supervisory Law Enforcement Specialists, Law Enforcement Specialists (Instructors), Law Enforcement Training Advisors, International Training and Assistance Coordinators, and administrative personnel as assigned. Typical duties include: Planning and assigning work; setting and adjusting priorities as necessary; developing performance standards and appraising work; and providing advice, counseling, and guidance to subordinates. Analyzing programs to determine goals and objectives that may require special attention or urgency; determining and recommending most appropriate course of action in addressing budget issues and concerns; and planning for long-range staffing needs. Directing the management and supervision of the design and development of law enforcement training programs in support of the evolving mission requirements of the client agencies. Directing the conduct of special surveys, studies, or investigations in his/her area of training which the FLETC senior management and/or the DHS has expressed particular interest. Ensuring that the administrative processes (payroll, purchase and travel cards, budget, and records maintenance) are administered in accordance with governing standards and milestones. View common definitions of terms found in this announcement: Common Definitions.
Education
Not Applicable
How you will be evaluated
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. You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), the responses you provide on the application questionnaire, and the result of the online assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Accountability, Customer Service, Decisiveness, Flexibility, Interpersonal Skills, Problem Solving, and Resilience. To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process, including the application and USA Hire Federal Supervisory Assessment. Online assessment: Applicants must complete the online USA Hire Competency Based Assessments measuring critical general competencies required to perform the job. Examples used in the assessment may include general situations not directly related to customer experience. Applicants submitting complete application packages and completing the online assessment will move on to the next phase of the assessment process. Applicants will be evaluated on their total background including experience (paid and unpaid), education, awards, and training and self-development as it relates to the position based upon the information provided in the resume/application and any other supporting documents. All work experience should specify the length of time spent in the position. One year of specialized experience is equivalent to 12 months at 40 hours per week. Part-time hours are prorated. You will not receive any credit for experience that indicates hours per week "varies." List exact hours per week on each job experience. If you are best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. Preview the job questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13079861 This notice is issued under the direct-hire authority. Using Office of Personnel Management (OPM) approved direct hire authorities, agencies may appoint candidates directly to jobs, without regard to the provisions of Title 5 U.S.C. 3309 through 3318, for which OPM determines that there is a severe shortage of candidates or a critical hiring need. Veterans Preference: Veterans preference does not apply under this Direct-Hire Authority (DHA). If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be removed from consideration or your score may be lowered. After FLETC completes its hiring, the resumes of the remaining candidates referred for selection consideration may be shared with other DHS Components and other federal agencies. During the application process, you may choose to opt-in if you would like your name, application material, and assessment results to be shared. There is no guarantee of further consideration, and you continue to explore other job opportunity announcements.