- Position Title
- Criminal Investigator (Special Agent)
- Agency
- Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
- Announcement Number
- 23-ATF-SA-001 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, December 5, 2022 to Friday, December 23, 2022
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Eligibilities
1.
This position has an age requirement. Enter or select your date of birth.
2.
Enter the number of months of Federal service experience you have attained as a firefighter, law enforcement or air traffic controller.
3.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
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Vacancies will be filled in the following locations. Please choose UP TO THREE (3) location preferences. Ultimate placement will be at the needs of ATF.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a position with the Department of Justice (DOJ). This is a DOJ job application system. Your response to this assessment questionnaire, in conjunction with other portions of your completed application, will be evaluated in making screening decisions. Your responses in this Assessment Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your responses. Deliberate attempts to falsify information will be grounds for disqualifying you or dismissing you from employment following acceptance. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this application. Incomplete/incorrect responses may result in you not receiving appropriate consideration.
1.
How did you first find out about this position? Your response will help us focus future recruitment efforts.
2.
Please choose the ATF Field Division closest to where you live, this is where you will take your Physical Task Test (PTT) and Structured Interview (SI). Review the Field Divisions and areas of coverage carefully. ATF will not pay for travel to this location.
For the following questions, please select the response that best describes your education and/or experience. You may select only one response for each question. If you feel that your education or experience exceeds all of the descriptions for a particular question, choose the description that is the closest level to the experience or education that you possess. Failure to respond to these questions will result in an ineligible rating.
3.
From the descriptions below, please select the letter that best describes the education and/or experience you have that demonstrates your ability to perform GL-07, Special Agent work. If your highest level of education is not described below, choose the letter that describes experience or lower level education that you do have. (Note: One year of specialized experience is based on a 40-hour workweek. If you have worked less than 40 hours per week, you must prorate your experience.)
4.
From the descriptions below, please select the letter that best describes the education and/or experience you have that demonstrates your ability to perform GL-09, Special Agent work. If your highest level of education is not described below, choose the letter that describes experience or lower level education that you do have. (Note: One year of specialized experience is based on a 40-hour work-week. If you have worked less than 40 hours per week, you must prorate your experience.)
5.
Indicate the extent to which you have dealt effectively with a wide variety of individuals (e.g., different social classes, diverse cultures, different organizational roles).
6.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
7.
Select the choice that best describes your experience in collaborating with internal and external groups.
8.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
9.
Indicate the extent to which you have gathered and analyzed information.
10.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
11.
To what extent do you have experience developing solutions to problems in school or work settings?
12.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
13.
Indicate the extent to which you have used training, feedback, or other developmental opportunities to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills to enhance your work or school performance.
14.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
15.
Indicate the extent of your experience in drawing the correct inferences from available data when making decisions.
16.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
17.
Indicate the extent of your experience in defusing potentially volatile/difficult situations and providing people with opportunities to voice their concerns.
18.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
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19.
Indicate the extent to which you have read, interpreted, and acted upon written information while on the job or at school.
20.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
(limit 250 characters)
21.
Select the option that best describes your experience in reviewing work for errors or inconsistencies.
22.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
(limit 250 characters)
23.
Indicate the extent to which you have experience with identifying and responding to unethical conduct.
24.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
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(limit 250 characters)
25.
Select the option that best represents your experience leading others through activities such as motivating and challenging others to achieve their potential, influencing the actions of others by serving as a role model, and guiding members of a group toward the achievement of a goal.
26.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
(limit 250 characters)
27.
Select the choice which best describes your experience in establishing and adjusting priorities for work.
28.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
(limit 250 characters)
29.
Indicate the extent to which you take action on tasks or assignments.
30.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
(limit 250 characters)
31.
Indicate the extent of your experience in ensuring that work goals and deadlines are met.
32.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
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Have you worked effectively in stressful work situations (e.g., time-sensitive projects, short deadlines, competing priorities, dealing with uncooperative or confrontational people)?
34.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
(limit 250 characters)
35.
Indicate the extent to which you have experience planning, organizing, and coordinating assignments.
36.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
(limit 250 characters)
37.
Indicate the extent to which you have written technical or non-technical documents to communicate information to others within and outside a professional or academic setting
38.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
(limit 250 characters)
39.
Select the option that best describes your ability to gather information by listening and engaging in follow-up questioning for use in reports and presentations.
40.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Write summaries of facts developed that include evidential documents, records, or affidavits for process and procedural remedies.
42.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
(limit 250 characters)
43.
Indicate the extent to which you have communicated orally with various individuals in order to provide information.
44.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
(limit 250 characters)
45.
Indicate the extent of your experience in representing a work or academic group at internal and external meetings, conferences, and seminars.
46.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
(limit 250 characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
47.
Conduct interviews to obtain information pertinent to the investigation.
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Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
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(limit 250 characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
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Indicate the extent to which you have communicated orally with senior officials to provide information.
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Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
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(limit 250 characters)
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Select the option which best describes your experience or knowledge with conducting criminal investigations.
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Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
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(limit 250 characters)
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Select the option that best represents your experience investigating topics, issues, or matters of non-criminal nature (e.g., through scientific or academic research processes, conducting personal security background investigations).
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Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
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(limit 250 characters)
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Select the option that best represents your formal training and practical experience performing law enforcement duties (e.g., assisting in arrests; conducting interviews and interrogations; taking sworn statements; collecting and safeguarding evidence, and taking sworn statements).
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Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
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Select the option that best represents your experience arresting or detaining individuals in a law enforcement setting.
58.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
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(limit 250 characters)
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Select the option that best describes your ability to manage and handle evidence as part of a legal investigation.
60.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
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(limit 250 characters)
61.
Select the option that best described the extent to which you have experience performing searches of persons or private property in service to official investigations.
62.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
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(limit 250 characters)
63.
Select the option which best describes the extent to which you have experience legally seizing private property and assets as part of an official investigation.
64.
Identify the section(s) of your resume (e.g., job title, dates, employer) which reflect this experience. DO NOT paste your resume here. Maximum length of 250 characters.
(limit 250 characters)
(limit 250 characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
65.
The Department of Justice requires that you provide proof that for 3 out of the last 5 years you have resided in the United States, worked for the United States in a foreign country in a Federal or U.S. military capacity for 3 out of the last 5 years, and/or been a dependent of a Federal or U.S. military employee in a foreign country for 3 out of the last 5 years. Are you able to provide sufficient documentation to meet this residency requirement?
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ATF employment is contingent upon a favorable adjudication (decision) of your background investigation. Your conduct and character must demonstrate suitability for the position for which you are applying. Unresolved matters may prevent completion of your background investigation or favorable adjudication of it. If ATF cannot complete your background investigation and adjudicate it, you will be removed from the hiring process. Are you willing to submit to the background investigation process?
67.
Do any of your relatives work for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives? Include: father; mother; husband; wife; son; daughter; brother; sister; uncle; aunt; first cousin; nephew; niece; father-in-law; mother-in-law; son-in-law; daughter-in-law; brother-in-law; sister-in-law; stepfather; stepmother; stepson; stepdaughter; stepbrother; stepsister; half-brother; and half-sister.
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If you answered "yes" to above question, concerning relatives that work for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, please provide detailed information, to include first and last name of relative(s), work location, city, and state.
(limit 250 characters)
(limit 250 characters)
69.
Have you previously taken the ATF Special Agent Entrance Exam (SAEE)?
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
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I am willing to take a pre-employment polygraph test.
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Have you ever taken a polygraph with ATF or another agency/department?
While ATF does not adopt the results of other agencies' polygraphs, it is important to know if an applicant has taken any other polygraphs, when, for what agency/department and the results.
While ATF does not adopt the results of other agencies' polygraphs, it is important to know if an applicant has taken any other polygraphs, when, for what agency/department and the results.
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If YES above, please state the date, agency/department and the results. (e.g., 04/2018, Department of Defense, favorable). If the answer is no, please indicate NA
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
73.
ATF queries applicant's prior polygraph exams and can share the results of the ATF exam(s) internally and with other agencies.
By selecting yes below, I acknowledge that I have been notified and consent to ATF sharing the result of my ATF polygraph exam internally and with other agencies.
By selecting yes below, I acknowledge that I have been notified and consent to ATF sharing the result of my ATF polygraph exam internally and with other agencies.
74.
There is no research that applicants need to do to prepare for the polygraph. In fact, researching polygraph is highly discouraged, as it will likely lead to sources that claim to offer advice on how to pass a polygraph, when, in actuality, some sources instruct examinees to manipulate their physiology and/or the polygraph process. It is ATF's policy that if an applicant manipulates their physiology and/or the polygraph process, that applicant will be removed from the hiring process.
By selecting yes below, I acknowledge that I have been advised on ATF's policy on manipulating of physiology and/or the polygraph process. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
By selecting yes below, I acknowledge that I have been advised on ATF's policy on manipulating of physiology and/or the polygraph process. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.
75.
I understand that a polygraph examination is required as a part of the special agent hiring process. This polygraph examination will assist the Bureau in verifying the information that I provided in my employment application, personnel security questionnaires, and pre-employment interviews. I also understand that this polygraph examination may assist the Bureau in determining other areas of significant security interest.
I understand that voluntary consent to a polygraph examination is required and that refusal results in employment ineligibility. I also understand that refusal will not be made part of personnel files but will be considered as a withdrawal from the hiring process.
By executing this form, I acknowledge that I have been advised of the requirement for a polygraph examination as a condition of employment.
By selecting yes below, I acknowledge that I have been advised of the requirement for a polygraph examination as a condition for the position for which I am making application and of the consequences that may result from any derogatory information developed.
I understand that voluntary consent to a polygraph examination is required and that refusal results in employment ineligibility. I also understand that refusal will not be made part of personnel files but will be considered as a withdrawal from the hiring process.
By executing this form, I acknowledge that I have been advised of the requirement for a polygraph examination as a condition of employment.
By selecting yes below, I acknowledge that I have been advised of the requirement for a polygraph examination as a condition for the position for which I am making application and of the consequences that may result from any derogatory information developed.
76.
I am willing to pay for relocation expenses to my first duty location with ATF.
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I am willing to sign a geographic mobility statement with ATF that makes me subject to relocation at any time.
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The Special Agent position has medical qualification standards to ensure those tasked with the position's responsibilities are medically, physically, and mentally capable of performing the essential tasks and job functions in an efficient and safe manner without endangering the health and safety of the public, or oneself. ATF will schedule, provide, and pay for the required basic medical examination. If any additional medical tests or opinions beyond the initial medical examination is needed to properly evaluate the applicant, it is provided at the candidate's expense.
I understand that if I receive a tentative selection, I will be required to meet the medical requirements and if travel is necessary to complete the medical screening or medical follow-up is required, I may incur additional expenses
I understand that if I receive a tentative selection, I will be required to meet the medical requirements and if travel is necessary to complete the medical screening or medical follow-up is required, I may incur additional expenses
79.
Have you previously taken the ATF pre-employment physical task test?
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
80.
I am willing to take a pre-employment drug test.
81.
I am eligible to possess a firearm and ammunition. (Persons who have been convicted of felonies and certain misdemeanors, including a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence (Title 18, U.S.C. Section 922(g)(9) are not eligible to possess a firearm or ammunition.)
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I possess a current valid state driver's license in good standing. If selected, you will be required to submit driver's license information. This is for verification only, no copies will be made.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
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I acknowledge understanding that successful completion and passing of training is a condition of continued employment for Special Agents. Special Agents must successfully complete and pass the Criminal Investigator Training Program (CITP) and Special Agent Basic Training (SABT). Special Agent who fail to successfully complete and pass this required training will be separated.
By selecting yes below, I acknowledge that I have been advised of the requirement successful completion and passing of training is a condition of continued employment and of the consequences that may result from not completing CITP and SABT.
By selecting yes below, I acknowledge that I have been advised of the requirement successful completion and passing of training is a condition of continued employment and of the consequences that may result from not completing CITP and SABT.
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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 responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.