Supervisory Physical Security Specialist
About This Position
"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. No incentive or PCS may be authorized.
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: USAJOBS Help Center - Update your resume now so it meets new resume requirements Specialized Experience: You qualify for the GS-14 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal government, performing duties within physical security related areas (e.g. access control, badging systems, intrusion detection systems, response force/force protection operations, security surveys, and vulnerability analyses/assessments).
Your resume must CLEARLY state your experience in detail, FLETC will not assume your experience.
This position is NOT eligible for 6 (c) retirement coverage, or LEO pay and there is NO waiver approved for dual compensation. If you are a retiree from the Federal government and you are selected, your salary will be offset. NO exceptions.
All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Time-in-grade: Current General Schedule (GS) federal employees, and those that have served in GS positions within the last 52 weeks, must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade, or a combination of the next lower grade level and an equivalent band in the federal service by the closing of this announcement.
Note: Current or former Federal employees MUST submit a copy of their SF-50 Form which shows competitive service appointment ("position occupied" block 34 on the SF-50 should show a "1"), tenure group (block 24 should show a 1 or 2), grade, and salary. If you are applying for a higher grade, please provide the SF-50 Form which shows the length of time you have been in your current/highest grade (examples of appropriate SF-50s include promotions, With-in Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s dated a year apart within the same grade/job). If you have promotion potential in your current position, please provide proof.
IF YOU DO NOT SUBMIT ALL OF THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE CONSIDERATION AS A STATUS CANDIDATE. 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.
Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the Department of Homeland Security, you are not CTAP eligible. View information about CTAP eligibility on OPM's Career Transition Resources website. To be considered well qualified under CTAP, you must be rated at a minimum score of 85 for this position.
In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement. Physical Demands: This position serves as a federal law enforcement officer responsible for performing and supervising law enforcement and security functions. Work requires the position perform considerable and strenuous physical exertion such as: walking, running, crouching or crawling when responding to active threats or criminal incidents; defending oneself or others against physical attack; subduing criminal suspects who may be uncooperative or physically combative; carrying firearms, first aid kits, body armor, and other equipment for considerable distances and periods during emergencies.
Position may be required to drive a government-owned or government-leased vehicle to perform duties at locations on and off-site, including operation of a law enforcement vehicle during emergency response. Intense concentration and performance of duties at maximum capability are required to meet deadlines. Work Environment: While primarily performing supervisory duties in an office setting, the position serves as a federal law enforcement officer and responds to criminal incidents, medical emergency, natural and manmade disasters, and other events on a regular and recurring basis.
Work involves moderate risk of exposure to potentially dangerous situations, including performing duties in extreme heat or storm conditions; being subject to physical attack; responding to active threats and critical incidents; and traveling in heavily wooded or sparsely populated areas of campus without immediate support. If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration of Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.
Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, 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 Top Secret/SCI as a condition of placement in this 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.
This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies during the next 90 days. This could result in a few or many vacancies being filled from this announcement. 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 [email protected].
Major Duties
Serving as a Supervisory Physical Security Specialist GS-0080-14 makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) team and mission.
This position is within the Field Security Operations (FSO) Branch, Office of Chief Security Office (CSO) under the Deputy Director's Office (DD) and located in Glynco, Georgia. Typical duties include: Serves as the Branch Chief of the Field Security Operations (FSO) Branch, the primary law enforcement and physical security oversight branch, responsible for around-the-clock access control, security patrols, emergency dispatch, and incident response at FLETC field sites across the United States, and reports directly to the CSO. Executes and oversees law enforcement and protective security authorities under 40 U.S.C. § 1315 for FLETC facilities and grounds, ensuring that physical security and law enforcement operations-including the conduct of investigations; armed response; use of force; incident response; enforcement actions to protect persons and property; making arrests; collecting and preserving evidence; carrying firearms; serving warrants and subpoenas; and taking necessary action to preserve the peace while protecting federal government facilities and personnel-are planned, conducted, and documented in compliance with applicable statutes, regulations, DHS/FLETC policy, and oversight requirements.
Directs all activities supporting the development, implementation, standardization, and management of the FLETC enterprise-wide Physical Security Program (including all FLETC field sites), to include physical security systems (e.g., access control, intrusion detection, surveillance/monitoring, perimeter fencing), the Badge and Credentials Programs, Physical Security Survey Program, Contract Security Guard Services, and Interagency Security Committee (ISC) Design Criteria Review Program. Manages the development and implementation of physical security programs in support of security and emergency preparedness activities, ensuring effective coordination among FSO, other CSO programs (e.g., Personnel Security; Administrative Security; Operations Security; Counterintelligence; Security Education, Training, and Awareness; Industrial Security; Critical Infrastructure; Continuity of Operations (COOP); and Emergency Management), and all applicable FLETC stakeholders. Coordinates the creation, development, standardization, and maintenance of FLETC's enterprise-wide physical security programs; provides direction, advice, support, and coordination to all FLETC stakeholders and field site security specialists on Physical Security Program matters and issues.
Provides input to budget development and manages the deployment of Security and Emergency Management/Physical Security resources and program planning to support Security and Emergency Management objectives and FLETC and DHS strategic missions. Provides advice, guidance, and recommendations to FLETC senior staff members on enterprise-wide Physical Security Program matters and issues. Serves as the principal point of contact to FLETC's Inspection Division for addressing inquiries from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) or the Office of Inspector General (OIG) relating to all aspects of the FLETC Physical Security Program.
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Education
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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. We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements.
To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process, including the application, and the USA Hire Assessment. Preview the job questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12916351 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. Due weight will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3).
Additional Information
Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis.
If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision.
You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire 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. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission.
If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement. 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.
FLETC 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.
How to Apply
Only resumes up to a total of two pages will be accepted. Applicants with resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. To begin your online application, click "Apply Online" to create a USAJOBS account and follow the prompts or log in to your existing account.
Your application packet must include a completed assessment questionnaire, a resume, and any applicable and or required supporting documentation. Please see the "Required Documents" section for additional information. All application materials, including transcripts, must be in English.
We strongly encourage you to apply online. If you cannot apply online, you may contact the individual listed in the "Agency Contact Information" section of this job opportunity announcement between the hours of 7:30AM and 4:30PM ET (excluding Federal holidays) prior to the closing date of this announcement to receive assistance. When e-mailing, please include the vacancy announcement number in the subject line.
Applications and supporting documentation will not be accepted by mail or email. The address below is for inquiries only.
You must submit your resume, your online questionnaire, and any supporting documents by 11:59 PM eastern standard time on the date the announcement closes. It is your responsibility to verify that any information entered or uploaded is received and is accurate. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application.
Determining your eligibility and qualifications is dependent on the supporting documentation and information provided, which may impact your referral for further consideration. If a document is not legible, you will not be able to view it in your application. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position.
The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement.
You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
Applicants must submit all required documentation to properly qualify for this position.
Required Documents
Your resume (click the link for information on what to include). If you are a current or former Federal employee, your resume must indicate the GS or pay band level for each position held. Limit your resume to no more than two pages. The USAJOBS database will not allow an applicant to submit an application that includes a resume over two pages.
Your responses to the job questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12916351 Are you current Department of Homeland Security (DHS) employee? Submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 showing your current grade and tenure; An SF-50 showing highest (permanent) grade ever held, if different from your current grade. Please
note: Performance award, Details, and Realignments are not acceptable SF-50s. If you are applying for a higher grade, please provide an SF-50 or SF-50s which show the length of time in the current/highest grade (examples of appropriate SF50s include promotions, With-in Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s dated one year apart within the same grade/job) to support meeting time-in-grade requirements. Are you claiming special priority selection rights under the DHS Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP)?
Submit the following: A copy of your agency notice, A copy of your most recent performance rating, and A copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, noting your current position, grade level, and duty location.
You may be asked to provide a copy of your recent performance appraisal and/or incentive awards.