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Position Title
Intelligence Research Specialist
Agency
Drug Enforcement Administration
Announcement Number
F-NC-21-11033829-DE Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, February 19, 2021 to Friday, February 26, 2021
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
2. Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from the agency hiring for this position?
If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice or a Proposed Removal/Separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50. For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.  
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3. 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; AND,
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND,
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.

For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center. 

To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
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4. Do you have a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for a Schedule A Disability appointment?

For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.

To verify your eligibility, you must provide appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.
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5.

Reasonable Accommodations for taking the online assessments are provided on a case-by-case basis only to qualified individuals with a disability covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended.

Do you have a disability (physical or mental) that you believe will interfere with completing the online assessments and require a Reasonable Accommodation?

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Preferences
1. Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position. (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Applicants must possess the one (1) year specialized experience required for the applicable level as required below. (limit characters)
1. Select the ONE response that BEST describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform as an Intelligence Research Specialist, at the GS-07 level.
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2. Please select the ONE response that BEST describes the education and/or experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform as an Intelligence Research Specialist, at the GS-09 level.
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Basic Eligibility, Suitability and Essential Job Functions - You MUST select a response for each question (3 through 9). Failure to select a response will result in you being ineligible for the position. (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
3. Are you willing to complete a 10-week Basic Intelligence Research Specialist (BIRS) Training Course at the DEA training academy?
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4. Are you willing to undergo a complete background investigation?
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5. Are you willing to complete a polygraph as a part of a background investigation?
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6. Are you willing to undergo periodic reinvestigations throughout a career at DEA?
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7. Are you willing to complete drug testing by urinalysis?
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8. Are you willing to be assigned to work at any location depending on the needs of the DEA?
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9. Are you willing to accept an initial work assignment of 3 years in duration?
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10. How did you hear about the open position?
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11. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled; I may be denied an appointment; or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that I will not be considered for employment if I do not respond "Yes" to this certification item.
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