Forensic Systems Analyst at Department of the Treasury
Oakland, CA 94601
About the Job
DutiesWHAT IS THE CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION DIVISION?
A description of the business units can be found at:
Vacancies will be filled in the following specialty areas:
Criminal Investigation, Cyber and Forensics Services
The following are the duties of this position at the full working level:
Develops and interprets policies and procedures governing operations throughout CI
Specifically, the work of this position involves developing revising, and/or influencing the acceptance of interagency agreements, and developing and implementing CFS policies and procedures impacting forensic and cyber investigations conducted throughout CI
Analyzes research results to identify trends in the field of forensics and emerging issues which may require modification of Service procedures and/or policies
Communicates findings to colleagues and supporting customers
Anticipates the effects of changing business requirements and new forensic techniques on CI strategic planning
Identifies potential problems in attaining goals and recommends modifications to strategic plans or forensic systems to address these changes
Governs, configures, and manages forensic systems, including ensuring applications currently meet business requirements, reporting, workflows, security, and scientific procedures
Continually evaluates forensic systems and recommends changes to meet new policies, processes, reporting requirements, or legislation
Provides expert technical advice, training, guidance, troubleshooting, and recommendations to management and lab personnel regarding forensic applications and systems.Periodically review access and security logs from forensic systems, manage security groups, user enrollment, SLAs/O&M contracts, and disaster recovery
Develops new and improved automation, methods, techniques, and training for other forensic examiners and design services to support mission.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
The Center for Science and Design is a an accredited (ANAB) traditional forensic service laboratory
They provide examinations and services in Latent Prints, DNA Collection, Questioned Documents, Chemistry, Polygraph, Audio, Video, and Image Enhancement, and Trial and Design Services
The examinations and services provided assist in criminal tax investigations and a detailed report is issued for each request
Knowledge and experience within traditional forensics is preferred.Previous knowledge or experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and Digital Asset Management Systems
These are the two main systems that allow the laboratory to operate, maintain the proper custody history of evidence, and issue examination reports
These systems allow you to enter and track evidence from start to finish, administrative and examination documentation is also entered in these systems with audit history
This information is what is used to create the examination report for those forensic disciplines in the laboratory
These systems require operation and maintenance, they also require procurement knowledge when requesting multiyear service contracts.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMust be a U.S
Citizen or National and provide proof of U.S
Citizenship
(Birth certificate showing birth in the U.S; Unexpired U.S
Passport; Certificate of Citizenship or Naturalization; or Report of Birth Abroad of a U.S
Citizen (Form FS-240))Undergo a review of prior performance/conduct and an income tax verification
Refer to "Get Your Tax Record" at () to check the status of your account, balance owed, payment history, make a payment, or review answers to tax questions
If you are not in compliance, you will be determined unsuitable for employment with IRS.This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury
The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time
For more information regarding your rights refer to Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights - FBI, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI, and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov).Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9
Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S
These documents must be unexpiredoriginal or certified copies
The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Treasury and its bureaus 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 the Department of Treasury by email at,
To learn more, please visit our page at: Treasury.gov/fairchanceact
Qualifications
You must meet the following requirements by the losing date of this announcement OR time of referral:SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-14: You must have 1 year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service
Specialized experience for this position includes: Experience in applying the laws and regulations to investigation and enforcement work and supporting systems
The experience at this level includes developing new techniques, processes, and approaches, and requires mastery of advanced principles and concepts sufficient to develop agencywide policies, procedures, strategies, and new forensic techniques
Experience and knowledge of criminal statutes and procedures to identify the need for new forensic systems, techniques, and methodologies, and to solve these problems using demanding technologically advanced methods and innovative approaches
Experience with technical solutions and systems for forensic processes, management, and deployment of those solutions
Experience with the CI mission and CI enforcement programs to develop policies and procedures related to the assigned forensic specialty
Experience with a wide range of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques, both qualitative and quantitative, to accomplish complex projects or studies of broad scope
Experience with oral and written communications techniques to prepare and present papers, reports, manuals, and directives, to deliver briefings, and to meet and deal with managers and employees at all levels.
Federal experience is not required
The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or Volunteer Service
One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis
To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.
For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards.
Education
For positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying for this position by substituting education or training for experience, submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent
An official transcript will be required if you are selected.
A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S
Department of Education
For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements
You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S
education program
It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying
Click here (Section 3, Explanation of Terms) or here for Foreign Education Credentialing instructions.
Additional informationA 1-year probationary period is required
Note: Current Federal employees may be required to serve a new probationary period (5 CFR 315.802(b)).Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.Drug test with a negative result is required.Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies
Additional jobs may be filled.The salary range indicated in this announcement reflects the minimum locality pay up to maximum locality pay for all duty locations listed
The range will be adjusted for selected duty location
General Schedule locality pay tables may be found under Salaries & Wages.This is a non-bargaining unit position.Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday, Day ShiftAlternative work schedule, staggered work hours or telework may be available.In the event that a building is closed due to rent management, new hires may be placed in a local commuting location.Telework Eligible Positions: Telework eligible positions do not guarantee telework
Employees must meet and sustain IRS telework eligibility requirements (e.g., reporting at least twice a pay period to your assigned Post of Duty (POD)) and supervisor's approval to participate in the IRS Telework Program
Employees must also be within a 200-mile radius of their official assigned post-of-duty (POD) while in a telework status
As a reminder - If you are selected for a position, you are responsible for reporting to your designated POD (location) on the negotiated start date or as directed by management.Relocation expenses - NOSelections will be based on business needs, with consideration given to location preference
Though many locations may be listed, you will be limited to a maximum of five (5) location choices
Please consider each location carefully when applying and make your selections in priority/preference order..Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel
Help
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
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility 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.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
This position will be filled through the Direct Hire Authority
Under this authority, competitive rating, ranking, and veterans' preference procedures do not apply
Your application will be considered based on education, training, and quality of your experience
For more information on Direct-Hire Authority visit: OPM Direct Hire Fact Sheet.
Your application must include your resume, responses to the online questions, and required supporting documents
Please be sure that your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a "not qualified" determination
Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.Referral: Applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements may be referred to a selecting official for consideration
Candidates may be required to participate in a selection interview (telephonic and/or in person at the discretion of the Selecting Official in accordance with hiring practices)
We will not reimburse costs related to the interview such as travel to and from the interview site.
If you are a displaced Federal employee (eligible for the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP), you must be found "well qualified" for the position
Well qualified is defined as: experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position, demonstrated by meeting all the competencies for this position.
A description of the business units can be found at:
Vacancies will be filled in the following specialty areas:
Criminal Investigation, Cyber and Forensics Services
The following are the duties of this position at the full working level:
Develops and interprets policies and procedures governing operations throughout CI
Specifically, the work of this position involves developing revising, and/or influencing the acceptance of interagency agreements, and developing and implementing CFS policies and procedures impacting forensic and cyber investigations conducted throughout CI
Analyzes research results to identify trends in the field of forensics and emerging issues which may require modification of Service procedures and/or policies
Communicates findings to colleagues and supporting customers
Anticipates the effects of changing business requirements and new forensic techniques on CI strategic planning
Identifies potential problems in attaining goals and recommends modifications to strategic plans or forensic systems to address these changes
Governs, configures, and manages forensic systems, including ensuring applications currently meet business requirements, reporting, workflows, security, and scientific procedures
Continually evaluates forensic systems and recommends changes to meet new policies, processes, reporting requirements, or legislation
Provides expert technical advice, training, guidance, troubleshooting, and recommendations to management and lab personnel regarding forensic applications and systems.Periodically review access and security logs from forensic systems, manage security groups, user enrollment, SLAs/O&M contracts, and disaster recovery
Develops new and improved automation, methods, techniques, and training for other forensic examiners and design services to support mission.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
The Center for Science and Design is a an accredited (ANAB) traditional forensic service laboratory
They provide examinations and services in Latent Prints, DNA Collection, Questioned Documents, Chemistry, Polygraph, Audio, Video, and Image Enhancement, and Trial and Design Services
The examinations and services provided assist in criminal tax investigations and a detailed report is issued for each request
Knowledge and experience within traditional forensics is preferred.Previous knowledge or experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and Digital Asset Management Systems
These are the two main systems that allow the laboratory to operate, maintain the proper custody history of evidence, and issue examination reports
These systems allow you to enter and track evidence from start to finish, administrative and examination documentation is also entered in these systems with audit history
This information is what is used to create the examination report for those forensic disciplines in the laboratory
These systems require operation and maintenance, they also require procurement knowledge when requesting multiyear service contracts.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMust be a U.S
Citizen or National and provide proof of U.S
Citizenship
(Birth certificate showing birth in the U.S; Unexpired U.S
Passport; Certificate of Citizenship or Naturalization; or Report of Birth Abroad of a U.S
Citizen (Form FS-240))Undergo a review of prior performance/conduct and an income tax verification
Refer to "Get Your Tax Record" at () to check the status of your account, balance owed, payment history, make a payment, or review answers to tax questions
If you are not in compliance, you will be determined unsuitable for employment with IRS.This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury
The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time
For more information regarding your rights refer to Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights - FBI, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI, and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov).Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9
Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S
These documents must be unexpiredoriginal or certified copies
The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Treasury and its bureaus 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 the Department of Treasury by email at,
FairChanceAct@treasury.gov
To learn more, please visit our page at: Treasury.gov/fairchanceact
Qualifications
You must meet the following requirements by the losing date of this announcement OR time of referral:SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-14: You must have 1 year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service
Specialized experience for this position includes: Experience in applying the laws and regulations to investigation and enforcement work and supporting systems
The experience at this level includes developing new techniques, processes, and approaches, and requires mastery of advanced principles and concepts sufficient to develop agencywide policies, procedures, strategies, and new forensic techniques
Experience and knowledge of criminal statutes and procedures to identify the need for new forensic systems, techniques, and methodologies, and to solve these problems using demanding technologically advanced methods and innovative approaches
Experience with technical solutions and systems for forensic processes, management, and deployment of those solutions
Experience with the CI mission and CI enforcement programs to develop policies and procedures related to the assigned forensic specialty
Experience with a wide range of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques, both qualitative and quantitative, to accomplish complex projects or studies of broad scope
Experience with oral and written communications techniques to prepare and present papers, reports, manuals, and directives, to deliver briefings, and to meet and deal with managers and employees at all levels.
Federal experience is not required
The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or Volunteer Service
One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis
To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.
For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards.
Education
For positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying for this position by substituting education or training for experience, submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent
An official transcript will be required if you are selected.
A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S
Department of Education
For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements
You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S
education program
It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying
Click here (Section 3, Explanation of Terms) or here for Foreign Education Credentialing instructions.
Additional informationA 1-year probationary period is required
Note: Current Federal employees may be required to serve a new probationary period (5 CFR 315.802(b)).Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.Drug test with a negative result is required.Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies
Additional jobs may be filled.The salary range indicated in this announcement reflects the minimum locality pay up to maximum locality pay for all duty locations listed
The range will be adjusted for selected duty location
General Schedule locality pay tables may be found under Salaries & Wages.This is a non-bargaining unit position.Tour of Duty: Monday - Friday, Day ShiftAlternative work schedule, staggered work hours or telework may be available.In the event that a building is closed due to rent management, new hires may be placed in a local commuting location.Telework Eligible Positions: Telework eligible positions do not guarantee telework
Employees must meet and sustain IRS telework eligibility requirements (e.g., reporting at least twice a pay period to your assigned Post of Duty (POD)) and supervisor's approval to participate in the IRS Telework Program
Employees must also be within a 200-mile radius of their official assigned post-of-duty (POD) while in a telework status
As a reminder - If you are selected for a position, you are responsible for reporting to your designated POD (location) on the negotiated start date or as directed by management.Relocation expenses - NOSelections will be based on business needs, with consideration given to location preference
Though many locations may be listed, you will be limited to a maximum of five (5) location choices
Please consider each location carefully when applying and make your selections in priority/preference order..Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel
Help
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
Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility 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.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
This position will be filled through the Direct Hire Authority
Under this authority, competitive rating, ranking, and veterans' preference procedures do not apply
Your application will be considered based on education, training, and quality of your experience
For more information on Direct-Hire Authority visit: OPM Direct Hire Fact Sheet.
Your application must include your resume, responses to the online questions, and required supporting documents
Please be sure that your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a "not qualified" determination
Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.Referral: Applicants who meet the basic qualification requirements may be referred to a selecting official for consideration
Candidates may be required to participate in a selection interview (telephonic and/or in person at the discretion of the Selecting Official in accordance with hiring practices)
We will not reimburse costs related to the interview such as travel to and from the interview site.
If you are a displaced Federal employee (eligible for the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP), you must be found "well qualified" for the position
Well qualified is defined as: experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position, demonstrated by meeting all the competencies for this position.
