- Position Title
- PHYSICAL SCIENTIST (FORENSIC FIREARMS AND TOOLMARK EXAMINER)
- Agency
- U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command
- Announcement Number
- NCAS189542589175D Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, July 26, 2018 to Monday, August 6, 2018
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
External Recruitment Military Spouse Preference
This category includes spouses of active duty military members. To be eligible you:
• Must have been married to your military sponsor prior to reporting to the new duty assignment; AND,
• Must have accompanied your military sponsor on a Permanent Change in Station (PCS) move; AND,
• The position for which you are applying must be within the commuting area of your military sponsor's new permanent duty station.
MSP applies if you are ranked among the "best qualified" for this vacancy, and the list established from this announcement is used to fill the vacancy.
MSP does not apply, however, when preference would violate statutes or regulations on veterans' preference or nepotism.
Supporting documentation: You must provide acceptable documentation of your appointment eligibility which includes the following: a copy of PCS orders authorizing the spouse to accompany the service member to a new duty location, and proof of marriage to the service member.
**NOTE: You will not receive Military Spouse Preference for this announcement if you fail to provide any of the documents mentioned above.
Are you a military spouse eligible for preference under delegated examining procedures?
This category includes spouses of active duty military members. To be eligible you:
• Must have been married to your military sponsor prior to reporting to the new duty assignment; AND,
• Must have accompanied your military sponsor on a Permanent Change in Station (PCS) move; AND,
• The position for which you are applying must be within the commuting area of your military sponsor's new permanent duty station.
MSP applies if you are ranked among the "best qualified" for this vacancy, and the list established from this announcement is used to fill the vacancy.
MSP does not apply, however, when preference would violate statutes or regulations on veterans' preference or nepotism.
Supporting documentation: You must provide acceptable documentation of your appointment eligibility which includes the following: a copy of PCS orders authorizing the spouse to accompany the service member to a new duty location, and proof of marriage to the service member.
**NOTE: You will not receive Military Spouse Preference for this announcement if you fail to provide any of the documents mentioned above.
Are you a military spouse eligible for preference under delegated examining procedures?
3.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.
Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application: A copy of your agency notice; AND,
A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,
A copy of your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee's Guide to Career Transition. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy
• your grade is equivalent to or below the grade level of the vacancy and
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
ICTAP applicants must be well qualified for the position to receive consideration for special priority selection. Well-qualified is defined as meeting all of the minimum qualification standards and eligibility requirements as well as possessing skills that clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
*Note: Under competitive delegated examining, an ICTAP eligible will be considered well-qualified if they attain an eligibility rating of 90 or higher, not including points for veterans' preference.
Supporting documentation: Federal employees seeking ICTAP eligibility must submit proof that they meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.704, by submitting a copy of the following documents with your completed application: A copy of your agency notice; AND,
A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal; AND,
A copy of your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location. Additional information regarding ICTAP eligibility can be found in the OPM Employee's Guide to Career Transition. For more information, review the USAJOBS Resource Center.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a PHYSICAL SCIENTIST (Forensic Firearms and Toolmarks Examiner), position with the Department of Army. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit your application.
1.
Select the one statement below that best describes the education you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a PHYSICAL SCIENTIST (Forensic Firearms and Toolmarks Examiner) at the GS-09/11/12/13 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal service.
2.
Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a PHYSICAL SCIENTIST (Forensic Firearms and Toolmarks Examiner) GS-1301-09 level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
3.
Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a PHYSICAL SCIENTIST (Forensic Firearms and Toolmarks Examiner) GS-1301-11 level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
4.
Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a PHYSICAL SCIENTIST (Forensic Firearms and Toolmarks Examiner) GS-1301-12 level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
5.
Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a PHYSICAL SCIENTIST (Forensic Firearms and Toolmarks Examiner) GS-1301-13 level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Darken the oval corresponding to that statement in Section 25 of the Qualifications and Availability Form C. Please select only one letter for each item. A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task. B- I have had education or training in performing the task, but have not yet performed it on the job. C- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures. D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee. E- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist them in doing this task because of my expertise.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Analyzing fundamental evidence using microscopic techniques to identify bullets and cartridge cases in support of forensic testing.
7.
Analyzing evidence using microscopic techniques to compare fired ammunition components to known standards.
8.
Analyzing evidence to identify the firearm which fired a particular bullet or cartridge case.
9.
Preserve basic evidentiary materials to prevent loss/contamination during transport.
10.
Assist in exploiting evidence to identify/compare cartridges and firearms in support of forensic testing.
11.
Analyze elementary evidence for identification and/or comparison of land impressions/firing pin impressions/breach mark impressions/extractor marks.
12.
Exploit a full and advanced range of evidence to identify and compare cartridges and firearms in support of forensic testing.
13.
Analyze evidence for the identification and/or comparison of land impressions/firing pin impressions/breach mark impressions/extractor marks in support of forensic testing.
14.
Analyze evidence using microscopical/chemical techniques to identify bullet holes to conduct complex shooting distance determinations/trajectory analysis/shooting scene reconstruction.
15.
Analyze fundamental evidence using microscopic techniques to identify toolmarks in support of forensic testing.
16.
Analyze evidence using microscopic techniques to compare impressions to known toolmark.
17.
Analyzing evidence to identify the tool which created a particular toolmark.
18.
Preserve evidentiary materials to prevent loss of trace evidence/contamination during analysis and transport of toolmark evidence.
19.
Process rudimentary toolmark evidence using impression casting materials (e.g. polyvinyl siloxane) in support of forensic testing.
20.
Analyze evidence to identify toolmark in support of forensic testing.
21.
Analyze evidence to compare impressions toolmark in support of forensic testing.
22.
Review evidence to determine the proper approach and sequence of examinations.
23.
Preserve the most complex and advanced range of evidence materials to prevent loss trace evidence or contamination during analysis and transport of toolmark evidence.
24.
Perform evidence of physical fit/fracture match comparisons of broken edges of metallic materials (but locks, bolts, wires, etc.) in support of forensic testing.
25.
Perform scientific analyses/comparisons in support of projects assigned to higher level scientists.
26.
Perform basic physical fit/fracture match comparison of broken edges of metallic materials (locks, bolts, wires, etc.) in support of forensic testing.
27.
Identify the tool which created a particular toolmark in support of forensic testing.
28.
Provide guidance and instruction to lesser experienced examiners in the application of toolmark analysis and comparisons.
29.
Performing scientific analyses/comparisons in support of projects assigned to higher level scientists.
30.
Perform serial number restoration on firearms/munitions in support of forensic testing.
31.
Perform trajectory analysis/shooting scene reconstruction examinations in support of forensic testing.
32.
Perform complex and advanced range of firearms operability/function testing, trigger-pull determinations, and critical barrel length measurements in support of forensic testing.
33.
Identify complex/advanced range of serial numbers on firearms and munitions in support of forensic testing.
34.
Assist in completing technical notes in support of forensic testing.
35.
Communicate effectively to all within the organization.
36.
Assist in preparing laboratory reports.
37.
Advise on activities associated with assisting the generation of technical notes and reports.
38.
Participate in programs/projects/situations to facilitate exchange of information with independent examiners.
39.
Communicate effectively to all within the organization.
40.
Prepare a full range of written laboratory reports in support of forensic testing.
41.
Prepare reports of findings during the examination/analysis of evidence and material.
42.
Review a full range of technical notes in support of forensic testing.
43.
Issue examinations by using specialized equipment.
44.
Review laboratory examination request and confirms the type of examinations.
45.
Formulate technical programs/projects/situations to facilitate exchange of information.
46.
Utilize computer software to prepare written technical notes.
47.
Utilize basic photographic equipment for documenting forensic evidence.
48.
Develop digital images utilizing imaging software for documenting forensic evidence.
49.
Capture basic digital images utilizing photographic equipment.
50.
Generate fundamental digital images for documenting forensic evidence.
51.
Utilize fired cartridge case and bullet database tools (i.e. GRC Database) in support of forensic testing.
52.
Utilize a full range of computer software to prepare written technical reports.
53.
Utilize a full range of photographic equipment for documenting forensic evidence.
54.
Conduct a full and advanced range of automated fired cartridge case and bullet comparison searches in support of forensic testing and intelligence gathering operations.
55.
Maintain evidence accountability documents in support of forensic testing.
56.
Enhance the most complex range of digital images utilizing Adobe Photoshop/similar digital imaging software for documenting forensic evidence.
57.
Generate fundamental digital images for documenting forensic evidence.
58.
Your responses to the Eligibility Assessment and Occupational Questionnaire, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.