- Position Title
- PHYSICAL SCIENTIST (FORENSIC LATENT PRINT EXAMINER)
- Agency
- U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command
- Announcement Number
- NCAS219268600499D Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, January 29, 2021 to Wednesday, February 10, 2021
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
External Recruitment Military Spouse Preference
I am a military spouse who is currently married to my active duty sponsor. I am exercising my preference eligibility for positions within the local commuting area of my sponsor's current duty station. I certify that I have not accepted nor declined a permanent, continuing Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the local commuting area of our current duty location.
NOTE 1: Military spouses are eligible for one permanent noncompetitive appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location. If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action.
NOTE 2: You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
NOTE 3: 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.
NOTE 4: MSP does not apply, however, when preference would violate statutes or regulations on veterans' preference or nepotism.
Supporting Documentation: You must provide a signed Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist, PCS orders/verification of duty location assignment, a copy of marriage certificate or license and documents as listed on the Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist.
Are you a military spouse eligible for preference under delegated examining procedures?
I am a military spouse who is currently married to my active duty sponsor. I am exercising my preference eligibility for positions within the local commuting area of my sponsor's current duty station. I certify that I have not accepted nor declined a permanent, continuing Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the local commuting area of our current duty location.
NOTE 1: Military spouses are eligible for one permanent noncompetitive appointment using their preference eligibility for the duration of the active duty sponsor's assignment to a permanent duty station, as long as the military spouse has not declined or accepted a permanent Federal or non-appropriated fund position in the commuting area of the sponsor's current duty location. If you certify that you have not used your preference at your sponsor's current duty location and it is discovered to be untrue, you may be subject to loss of MSP and possible disciplinary action.
NOTE 2: You must include a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
NOTE 3: 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.
NOTE 4: MSP does not apply, however, when preference would violate statutes or regulations on veterans' preference or nepotism.
Supporting Documentation: You must provide a signed Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist, PCS orders/verification of duty location assignment, a copy of marriage certificate or license and documents as listed on the Military Spouse PPP Self-certification Checklist.
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 Latent Print Examiner) position with Department of the 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 Latent Print Examiner) at the GS-09/11/12/13 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal service.(NOTE: Transcripts must be attached to verify minimum education requirements have been met. Failure to do so will result in removal from consideration)
2.
Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Physical Scientist (Forensic Latent Print Examiner) at the GS-09 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
3.
Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Physical Scientist (Forensic Latent Print Examiner) at the GS-11 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
4.
Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Physical Scientist (Forensic Latent Print Examiner) at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
5.
Select the one statement that best describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Physical Scientist (Forensic Latent Print Examiner) at the GS-13 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal Service.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Collect evidentiary materials to be used in forensic testing.
7.
Collect evidence to be analyzed in support of forensic testing utilizing Light Amplification Stimulated Emission of Radiation (LASER), Alternate light sources, Reflected Ultraviolet Imaging System (RUVIS).
8.
Prepare evidence to be analyzed in support of forensic testing utilizing Cyanoacrylate Fuming Chambers, Humidity Chambers and Digital Capture Systems.
9.
Prepare photographic/computer generated reproductions of fingerprints to conduct comparisons.
10.
Assist in the rendering of suitability/identification/exclusion/inconclusive decisions in forensic reports
11.
Conduct routine latent print comparison work for comparing latent prints derived from evidence/crimes scenes
12.
Assist in developing/validating findings to provide technical information for laboratory reports
13.
Prepare reports to detail observations and/or the results of tests.
14.
Develop document findings and/or conclusions to inform agencies
15.
Utilize photographic equipment for documenting forensic evidence
16.
Conduct automated fingerprint identification searches in support of forensic testing
17.
Develop digital images utilizing imaging software for documenting forensic evidence
18.
Collect evidence to be analyzed in support of forensic testing utilizing Light Amplification Stimulated Emission of Radiation (LASER), Alternate light sources, Reflected Ultraviolet Imaging System (RRUVIS)).
19.
Prepare evidence to be analyzed in support of forensic testing utilizing Cyanoacrylate Fuming Chambers, Humidity Chambers and Digital Capture Systems.
20.
Package evidentiary materials to prevent loss/contamination during transport
21.
Exploit evidence in support of forensic testing (Chemical Reagents, Fluorescent Dye Stains, Cyanoacrylate Fuming, Ninhydrin; Adhesive Reagents such as Crystal Violet and Sticky Side Powder).
22.
Prepare photographic/computer generated reproductions of fingerprints to conduct comparisons.
23.
Assist in the rendering of suitability/identification/exclusion/inconclusive decisions in forensic reports
24.
Conduct routine latent print comparison work for comparing latent prints derived from evidence/crimes scenes
25.
Prepare written technical laboratory reports in support of forensic testing
26.
Review technical notes for accuracy in support of forensic testing
27.
Prepare reports of findings during the examination/analysis of evidence and material
28.
Utilize photographic equipment for documenting forensic evidence
29.
Conduct automated fingerprint identification searches in support of forensic testing
30.
Enhance digital images utilizing imaging software for documenting forensic evidence
31.
Collect evidence to be analyzed in support of forensic testing/intelligence gathering operations (Light Amplification Stimulated Emission of Radiation (LASER), Alternate light sources, Reflected Ultraviolet Imaging System (RUVIS)).
32.
Exploit evidence in support of forensic testing (Chemical Reagents, Fluorescent Dye Stains, Cyanoacrylate Fuming, Ninhydrin; Adhesive Reagents such as Crystal Violet and Sticky Side Powder).
33.
Preserve evidentiary materials to prevent contamination during transport.
34.
Evaluate new Techniques/instrumentation/materials/methods/equipment to identify their proper use
35.
Conduct routine latent print comparison work for comparing latent prints derived from evidence/crimes scenes
36.
Prepare court charts for use as demonstrative aids in courts of law
37.
Recommend new/improved methods pertaining to the latent print discipline.
38.
Prepare written technical laboratory reports in support of forensic testing
39.
Prepare reports of findings upon completion of the examination/analysis of evidence and material
40.
Provide technical support for complex cases for accomplishment of the forensic laboratory mission
41.
Utilize photographic equipment for documenting forensic evidence
42.
Conduct automated fingerprint identification searches in support of forensic testing
43.
Capture high quality digital images from intricate surfaces utilizing available photographic equipment.
44.
Collect evidence to be analyzed in support of forensic testing utilzing Light Amplification Stimulated Emission of Radiation (LASER), Alternate light sources, Reflected Ultraviolet Imaging System (RUVIS).
45.
Prepare evidence to be analyzed in support of forensic testing (Cyanoacrylate Fuming Chambers, Iodine Chambers, Humidity Chambers and Digital Capture Systems).
46.
Package evidentiary materials to prevent loss/contamination during transport
47.
Exploit evidence in support of forensic testing utilzing Chemical Reagents, Fluorescent Dye Stains, Cyanoacrylate Fuming, Ninhydrin; Adhesive Reagents such as Crystal Violet and Sticky Side Powder.
48.
Assist in the rendering of suitability/identification/exclusion/inconclusive decisions in forensic reports
49.
Conduct routine latent print comparison work involving the comparison of latent prints derived from evidence/crimes scenes
50.
Monitor the Technical accuracy/adequacy of the forensic examinations performed.
51.
Prepare highly technical reports to render an opinion developed during the analysis of fragmentary evidence obtained from a crime scene
52.
Maintain the technical accuracy of forensic examinations utilized in courts of law.
53.
Draft technical advice to professional groups/associations in the area of latent print examinations
54.
Utilize advanced photographic equipment/techniques for documenting complex forensic evidence
55.
Evaluate new equipment for potential implementation within the latent print discipline
56.
Prepare photographic reproductions of latent prints for exhibition in a court of law.
57.
Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, 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.