Notice: the DEA is hiring 45 more Diversion Investigators Nationwide

Job Title:Diversion Investigator

Department:Department Of Justice

Agency:Drug Enforcement Administration

Job Announcement Number:D-OD-15-1279841-MP-ADD

SALARY RANGE:	$52,668.00 to $82,840.00 / Per Year
OPEN PERIOD:	Tuesday, December 30, 2014 to Friday, January 16, 2015
SERIES & GRADE:	GS-1801-09/11
POSITION INFORMATION:	Full Time - Permanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13
DUTY LOCATIONS:	45 vacancies in the following location: DEA - US Locations, United States
WHO MAY APPLY:	Status Candidates (Merit Promotion and VEOA Eligibles)
SECURITY CLEARANCE:	Top Secret
SUPERVISORY STATUS:	No

JOB SUMMARY:

TOUGH WORK. VITAL MISSION. Challenge yourself! You have the power to help combat drug trafficking. Be a part of DEA! It's tough work, but a vital mission. Whatever your background or expertise, your work at DEA will be tremendously rewarding because it will have a daily impact on national security and the quality of life of all Americans.

Do your career "Justice" by working with DOJ, which has been ranked in the Top 10 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government. Come and join the nation's law enforcement agency, where our most important resource is our people. The Department leads the nation in ensuring the protection of all Americans while preserving their constitutional freedoms. Become a member of a team where you can achieve your career goals and apply your skills and talents to our important mission. All applicants for employment with DEA must possess and maintain the highest levels of character and conduct. DEA will evaluate applicants' qualifications based on these qualities. Once a conditional offer is made, DEA will conduct a continuous evaluation of information, as it is obtained, to ensure that the prospective employees with DEA meet the agency-specific qualifications in the areas of character and conduct. To this end, the unfavorable decision in any of the areas that follow will be deemed as disqualifying: Drug Policy Requirements (as specified in this announcement), Credit History, Candor and Honesty, Work History, History with the Law, and other qualities that would detract from the integrity and efficiency of the DEA.

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Applications will be accepted from Current or Former Permanent Competitive Status Federal Employees; Displaced employees (Inter-agency Career Transition Assistance Plan - ICTAP eligible) within the Local Commuting Area; and individuals eligible for the following Special Appointing Authorities approved by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM): Veterans with a disability rating of 30% or more, Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) Eligible Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. (Click on the links for more information regarding eligibility for these special appointment authorities: www.opm.gov/employ/veterans/html/vetguide.asp#6 or www.opm.gov/disability.)  Applications will also be accepted from displaced and surplus federal employees in the local commuting area. 

TRAVEL REQUIRED

• Occasional Travel
• 3-4 DAYS PER MONTH

RELOCATION AUTHORIZED

• Yes
• RELOCATON AND PCS EXPENSES WILL BE PAID

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Must be U.S. Citizen
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Background and/or Security Investigation required.
• Drug testing designated position

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DUTIES:

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The Diversion Investigator position is a core series position within the DEA.  Diversion Investigators enforce the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and the Chemical Diversion and Trafficking Act (CDTA) regarding the manufacture, distribution and dispensing of legally produced controlled substances and listed chemicals in order to prevent diversion of controlled substances and listed chemicals into the illicit market, while ensuring an adequate uninterrupted supply of pharmaceutical controlled substances and listed chemicals to meet the legitimate medical, commercial and scientific needs of the public. 

The following duties include:

·        Conduct a full range of complex investigations, including pre-registrant, scheduled, security, and compliance (i.e. public interest, civil, or criminal) within the regulated pharmaceutical and chemical program.

·        Conduct investigations to ensure compliance with the CSA and its implementing regulations involving the procurement, manufacture, distribution, security, and record-keeping activities of the pharmaceutical and listed chemical regulated industry.

·        Collect and analyze information and evidence; conduct interviews and prepare reports, and present findings and recommendations for regulatory, civil, and/or criminal actions.

·        Research and prepare a variety of written materials and reports which support possible administrative, civil, or criminal proceedings; answer both routine and technical correspondence and telephone inquiries; provide expertise and consultation to divisional personnel and provide guidance to other State, Local, and Federal Investigators.

·        Develop and maintain working relationships with Federal, State and Local agencies in order to promote information and intelligence collection exchanges.

·        Plan, implement, and participate in multi-jurisdictional special programs impacting the diversion of controlled substances and chemicals from legitimate distribution; evaluate the results of investigations and the registrant’s input and prepare corresponding statements setting forth the alleged violations

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QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

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GS-09 - You must possess one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-07 Federal grade levelthat include:  assisting in the analysis and evaluation of investigative data; participating in meetings, briefings and hearings; assisting in the verification of investigative data; preparing less complex portions of findings and recommendations; assisting in conducting routine investigations. 

OR

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: The experience requirement for the GS-9 level may be met by two (2) full academic years of graduate level education or completion of all requirements for a master's or equivalent graduate degree, or completion of all requirements for an LL.B or J.D. degree.

OR

COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Equivalent combinations of successfully completed education and experience may be used to meet the experience requirements.

GS 11 - You must have at least one year of specialized experience at, or equivalent to the GS-09 Federal grade level that include: demonstrate knowledge of investigative techniques, procedures and methodology, and qualitative and quantitative  research; evaluating and assessing perceived problems, planning investigations, performing detailed investigation preparation, effectively committing resources and finalize investigation results.

OR 

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: The experience requirements for the GS-11 level may be met by completion of Ph.D. or equivalent Doctoral degree or three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M if related.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs):  Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 
1. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.

2.  Ability to prepare written technical reports and findings.

3. Knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of diversion prevention work.

4.  Knowledge and ability to research interpret, and apply laws, regulations, and policies.

5.  Knowledge of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), Narcotic Addict Treatment Act (NATA), Chemical Diversion Trafficking Act (CDTA), and related legislation pertaining to the prevention, detection, and investigation of diversion controlled drugs of abuse and listed chemicals from legitimate channels.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Overtime Work: OccasionallySuccessful completion of a one-year probationary period is required (unless already completed).   

All academic degrees and coursework 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 this criteria, see http://www.ed.gov.

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review in our office, in other Federal agency personnel offices, and on OPM's web site at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications. 
 

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:

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. The questions are designed to capture the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. The score you receive is based on your responses to the questionnaire. The score is a measure of the degree to which your background matches the knowledge, skills and abilities required of this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating. 

Do not overstate or understate your level of experience and capability. You should be aware that your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification. Later steps in the selection process may be used to verify your stated level of experience and capability. If a determination is made that you have rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume you will be assigned a rating commensurate to your described experience. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Time-in-Grade: Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements for consideration.
You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Click here to view vacancy questions: View Assessment Questions

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BENEFITS:

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The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System, 

https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits. 

 

OTHER INFORMATION:

Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.

Additional vacancies may be filled from this vacancy announcement. 

Drug testing is required for this position. 
All non-DEA applicants must complete a drug use questionnaire.  Applicants who are found, through investigation or personal admission, to have experimented with or used narcotics or dangerous drugs, except those medically prescribed, will not be considered for employment with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).  Exceptions to this policy may be made for applicants who admit to limited youthful and experimental use of marijuana.  Such applicants may be considered for employment if there is no evidence of regular, confirmed usage, and the full-field background investigation and results of other steps in the process are otherwise favorable.  Compliance with this policy is an essential requirement of the position. 
 
It is highly suggested that you complete the Drug Questionnaire form when submitting your application package.  However, if you do not complete and submit this form with your application package it will not disqualify you from the application process.  You will be asked to complete the Drug Questionnaire form before extended a conditional offer.   Click the following link to access the Drug Questionnaire. http://www.justice.gov/dea/careers/drug_questionnaire.pdf

To submit your completed Drug Questionnaire please follow the instructions for uploading or faxing documents in the "How to Apply" section of this announcement.

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): http://www.justice.gov/dea/careers/priority-consideration.shtml

Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP): http://www.justice.gov/dea/careers/priority-consideration.shtml

Veterans' Employment Opportunities Act Documentation: If you are a Veteran claiming eligibility under VEOA, you will need to submit a Member 4 copy of your DD-214. Veterans must include dates of military service on your application materials, and submit Member 4 copy of each Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214.  For more information, please visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/hire/hrp/vetguide/index.aspx

Military Spouse Preference:  http://www.hr.dla.mil/downloads/onjams/military_spouse_preference_info_sheet.pdf or http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/shams/index.aspx   or http://edocket.access.gpo.gov/2009/pdf/E9-19340.pdf .

Selective Service: MALE APPLICANTS BORN AFTER 12/31/1959 must certify prior to job offer that they have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under Selective Service law.

EEO Policy Statement: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/EEO_Policy_Statement

Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Reasonable_Accommodation_Policy_Statement

The Drug Enforcement Administration participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-VERIFY - http://www.dhs.gov/E-Verify ).  E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers. 

If you experience technical issues with completing your online application please email the Application Manager Help Desk at HelpDesk@opm.gov .

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HOW TO APPLY:

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You are encouraged to apply online.  Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. 

To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.   To view a copy of the assessment Questionnaire please click here: View Occupational Questionnaire

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, January 16, 2015 to receive consideration.

·         To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.

·         Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.

·         It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. 

·         To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, 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.

If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your materials.  The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Friday, January 16, 2015 to receive consideration.  Keep a copy of your fax confirmation in the event verification is needed.  See the Required Documents Section of this announcement for fax instructions.

For additional applicant resources please visit DEA's website:  http://www.justice.gov/dea/careers/how-to-apply.shtml.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
   ·Resume

Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
   ·DD-214
   ·Other (Drug Questionnaire)
   ·Other Veterans Document
   ·SF-15
   ·SF-50
   ·Transcript

NOTE: Please ensure that your resume contains the basic information outlined under the Applying for a Federal Job link: http://www.gpo.gov/careers/pdfs/of0510.pdf

  

Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents:

NOTE:  If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.

If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):

1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf and provide the required information.  The Vacancy ID is 1279841.

2. Fax your documents to 1-478-757-3144.

To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax:

1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire.

2. Print the 1203FX form, follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire items  http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf.  

3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to 1-478-757-3144.  Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:

Angela D. Dunn
Phone: (202)307-6815
Email: ANGELA.D.DUNN@USDOJ.GOV

Agency Information:
DEA Human Resources
DO NOT SEND POSTAL MAIL
Springfield, VA
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WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT:

We will notify you of the outcome after each step of the recruitment process has been completed.  Once you successfully complete the application process, you will receive an acknowledgement letter of receipt. Your application package will be reviewed to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and qualifications requirements. A review will be made of your online questionnaire and the documentation you submitted to support your responses.  A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. You will receive a notification letter of the results of the review of your application package via email.

We expect to make a final job offer within 80 days after the closing date of the announcement.

If you submit a resume but no questionnaire, you cannot be considered for the position.  If you submit a questionnaire but no resume, you cannot be considered for the position.  Your application will be appropriately documented and you will be removed from further competition against this announcement.

Regarding Interviews: The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision. Accommodations may be made to conduct telephonic interviews to preclude travel hardships for applicants.

NOTE: Declining to be interviewed or failure to report for a scheduled interview will be considered as a withdrawal from further consideration for employment regarding this vacancy.