Supervisory Program Analyst (Branch Chief) at Department Of Justice
Washington, OK 73093
About the Job
DutiesThis position is located under the Office of Intelligence Operations, Criminal Intelligence Division, Field Intelligence Systems Branch
in Washington, District of Columbia.The primary purpose of this position is to manage requirements for ATF's intelligence and information systems, their acquisition, development, and enhancements
These systems, software, and applications facilitate the collection, analysis, and dissemination of information that pertains to ATF's core investigative mission and serves as the liaison between the customers and the technical support team to accomplish the tasks and projects of OIO
Works with the customer to identify the needs and requirements of ATF, identify the potential software solutions, works with OM and OST to acquire them, and then manages the training and application administration for the acquired systems
Provide quality information systems assistance to ATF personnel enabling their enforcement of the Bureau's mission and to support all divisions in the OIO.As a Supervisory Program Analyst (Branch Chief), GS-0343-14, your typical work assignments will include:Exercise full supervisory authority over branch personnel.Apply knowledge of administrative principles and have a good understanding of the Department of Justice, Office of Management and Budget, and Congressional procedures relative to fiscal budget matters.Advise the deputy or division chief on issues pertaining to the branch and participates in the Division's budget formulation process.Develops and implements policies, practices, and procedures.Conducts short- and long-range planning for overall branch/division goals and objectives in response to changes in funding levels, policy, or legislation pertaining to branch/division programs and projects.Plans and directs studies and surveys to evaluate Branch programs and ensure efficiency and economy of operations.Advises the deputy or division chief on significant issues/matters pertaining to branch/division programs projects, e.g., the impact of new technology, and new initiatives, etc.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentThe qualification requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of the announcement.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:Must be a U.S
Citizen or National.May be required to serve a one year probationary period.Pass drug screening and subject to random drug testMust successfully complete a background security investigationMust be registered or exempt from the Selective Service
See www.sss.gov QualificationsTo qualify for GS-14 candidates must also have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-13.Specialized experience is demonstrated experience, which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position
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
Specialized experience include:Familiar with the laws, regulations, policies, and precedents applicable to law enforcement programs; ANDFamiliar with federal regulatory and criminal enforcement programs, current issues, and evolving developments; ANDDevelop long-range plans, projects, and resource priorities related to law enforcement programs and operations.Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (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; 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 rate equivalent to the Silver (minimum score of 85) or better category using established category rating 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: 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, 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 rate equivalent to the Silver (minimum score of 85) or better category using established category rating criteria
You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application
Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at:Veteran Preference: If you are entitled to veteran preference, you should indicate the type of veteran preference you are claiming on your résumé.
In order to verify your veteran preference entitlement, please submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty); official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty; or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
In addition, if you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, or widow/widower of a veteran, the spouse of a disabled veteran or the natural mother of a disabled or deceased veteran, you must submit the October 2013 Revised Standard Form (SF) 15, "Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference," and the other required documentation identified on the reverse side of the SF-15 to support your preference claim.
Although veteran preference points are not assigned under the category rating procedures described under "How You Will Be Evaluated," veteran preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-veterans within each category for which they are qualified.
If you are a 30% or more disabled veteran, you may be eligible to use leave under the Wounded Warriors Federal Leave Act of 2015
This act grants leave for purposes of undergoing medical treatment for a disability instead of using regular sick
For additional information see: Disabled Veteran LeaveEducationThis position does not have an education qualification requirement.Additional 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 Ethical ObligationsSelective 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
If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, you must contact the ATF EEO office within 45 calendar days of when the alleged harm occurred at
Please see DOJ Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy.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 (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 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
You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you receive the link after the close of the announcement
To determine if you need RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here."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.A one year probationary period is required for new supervisors and managers
Help
Review our benefitsHow You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements
If you meet the minimum qualifications, we will use your responses to the assessment questionnaire to place you in one of three categories based on your experience, education, and/or training
The assessment questionnaire is designed to measure your ability in the following competencies:Planning and EvaluatingLeadershipTechnical CompetenceOral CommunicationIf you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following categories:Gold: Applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate high proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all Selective Placement Factors (SPF), as determined by the job analysis.Silver: Applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates acceptable proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all SPF's as determined by the job analysis.Bronze: Applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate basic proficiency in most of the critical competencies, including all SPFs as determined by the job analysis.If you are best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview
Candidates within the Gold category who are eligible for veterans' preference will receive selection priority over candidates without veterans' preference.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click
in Washington, District of Columbia.The primary purpose of this position is to manage requirements for ATF's intelligence and information systems, their acquisition, development, and enhancements
These systems, software, and applications facilitate the collection, analysis, and dissemination of information that pertains to ATF's core investigative mission and serves as the liaison between the customers and the technical support team to accomplish the tasks and projects of OIO
Works with the customer to identify the needs and requirements of ATF, identify the potential software solutions, works with OM and OST to acquire them, and then manages the training and application administration for the acquired systems
Provide quality information systems assistance to ATF personnel enabling their enforcement of the Bureau's mission and to support all divisions in the OIO.As a Supervisory Program Analyst (Branch Chief), GS-0343-14, your typical work assignments will include:Exercise full supervisory authority over branch personnel.Apply knowledge of administrative principles and have a good understanding of the Department of Justice, Office of Management and Budget, and Congressional procedures relative to fiscal budget matters.Advise the deputy or division chief on issues pertaining to the branch and participates in the Division's budget formulation process.Develops and implements policies, practices, and procedures.Conducts short- and long-range planning for overall branch/division goals and objectives in response to changes in funding levels, policy, or legislation pertaining to branch/division programs and projects.Plans and directs studies and surveys to evaluate Branch programs and ensure efficiency and economy of operations.Advises the deputy or division chief on significant issues/matters pertaining to branch/division programs projects, e.g., the impact of new technology, and new initiatives, etc.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentThe qualification requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of the announcement.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:Must be a U.S
Citizen or National.May be required to serve a one year probationary period.Pass drug screening and subject to random drug testMust successfully complete a background security investigationMust be registered or exempt from the Selective Service
See www.sss.gov QualificationsTo qualify for GS-14 candidates must also have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-13.Specialized experience is demonstrated experience, which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position
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
Specialized experience include:Familiar with the laws, regulations, policies, and precedents applicable to law enforcement programs; ANDFamiliar with federal regulatory and criminal enforcement programs, current issues, and evolving developments; ANDDevelop long-range plans, projects, and resource priorities related to law enforcement programs and operations.Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (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; 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 rate equivalent to the Silver (minimum score of 85) or better category using established category rating 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: 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, 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 rate equivalent to the Silver (minimum score of 85) or better category using established category rating criteria
You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application
Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at:Veteran Preference: If you are entitled to veteran preference, you should indicate the type of veteran preference you are claiming on your résumé.
In order to verify your veteran preference entitlement, please submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty); official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty; or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
In addition, if you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, or widow/widower of a veteran, the spouse of a disabled veteran or the natural mother of a disabled or deceased veteran, you must submit the October 2013 Revised Standard Form (SF) 15, "Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference," and the other required documentation identified on the reverse side of the SF-15 to support your preference claim.
Although veteran preference points are not assigned under the category rating procedures described under "How You Will Be Evaluated," veteran preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-veterans within each category for which they are qualified.
If you are a 30% or more disabled veteran, you may be eligible to use leave under the Wounded Warriors Federal Leave Act of 2015
This act grants leave for purposes of undergoing medical treatment for a disability instead of using regular sick
For additional information see: Disabled Veteran LeaveEducationThis position does not have an education qualification requirement.Additional 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 Ethical ObligationsSelective 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
If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, you must contact the ATF EEO office within 45 calendar days of when the alleged harm occurred at
202-648-8760
or eeointakemailbox@atf.gov
Please see DOJ Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy.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 (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 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
You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you receive the link after the close of the announcement
To determine if you need RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here."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.A one year probationary period is required for new supervisors and managers
Help
Review our benefitsHow You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements
If you meet the minimum qualifications, we will use your responses to the assessment questionnaire to place you in one of three categories based on your experience, education, and/or training
The assessment questionnaire is designed to measure your ability in the following competencies:Planning and EvaluatingLeadershipTechnical CompetenceOral CommunicationIf you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following categories:Gold: Applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate high proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all Selective Placement Factors (SPF), as determined by the job analysis.Silver: Applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrates acceptable proficiency in all of the critical competencies, including all SPF's as determined by the job analysis.Bronze: Applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position and demonstrate basic proficiency in most of the critical competencies, including all SPFs as determined by the job analysis.If you are best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview
Candidates within the Gold category who are eligible for veterans' preference will receive selection priority over candidates without veterans' preference.
To preview the Assessment Questionnaire, click
