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Position Title
Supervisory Diversion Investigator (Diversion Program Manager)
Agency
Drug Enforcement Administration
Announcement Number
DEA-23-11882569-MP-SMA Opens in new window
Open Period
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 to Monday, April 3, 2023
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Eligibilities
1. 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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2. Are you currently employed with the Drug Enforcement Administration?
 
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Preferences
1. Are you a current or former political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee?

Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:
  • Position title;
  • Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
  • Agency; and,
  • Beginning and ending dates of appointment.
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Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Supervisory Diversion Investigator (Diversion Program Manager) position with the Federal government. (limit characters)
1. Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform Supervisory Diversion Investigator (Diversion Program Manager) work at the GS-15 level or equivalent pay band in the Federal service.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Ensured consistent adherence to agency policies and implementation of agency priorities by subordinate staff, to include review of completed work on inspections and investigations.
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3. Interpreted and applied the Controlled Substances Act (to include associated legislation and implementing regulations and policies, and pertinent international treaties and conventions) to determine breadth and scope of investigations and potential violations of law in accordance with congressional intent and other case law.
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4. Advised investigators and collaborating law enforcement partners and coordinated major multi-jurisdictional investigations.
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5. Conducted complex investigations which may have resulted in administrative, civil and/or criminal action being taken against the target(s) of applicable investigations.
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6. Provided supervision and/or direction on assignments and planned and performed work to prevent and/or eliminate illicit traffic in legitimate pharmaceuticals and listed chemicals.
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7. Established goals and objectives and monitored and evaluated progress on critical programs, ensuring that programs policies are implemented.
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8. Performed the administrative and human resource management functions (including performance management) relative to the staff supervised and adjusted resources and processes to meet agency goals.
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9. Pursued appropriate administrative, civil, and/or judicial action to prevent and eliminate illicit diversion of controlled pharmaceuticals and listed chemicals.
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10. Provided guidance regarding civil and judicial protocols to other state, local, and federal investigators with regards to drug and chemical diversion laws, regulations, and programs.
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11. Presented DEA's position through the answering of both routine and technical (controversial and complex) correspondence pertaining to drug and chemical diversion laws, regulations, and program.
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12. Developed documents related to management of an agency program or division, such as program policies, planning documents, mission statements, proposed legislation, or agency-wide guidelines pertaining to specialized law enforcement and/or regulatory compliance subjects.
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13. Analyzed and resolved complex issues affecting the establishment of program goals and objectives for the program area supervised, and the development of program evaluation strategies and methodologies relating to drug and chemical Diversion Control Program matters.
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14. Analyzed agency trends to recommend the formulation of policies and implementation of new regulations.
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15. Ensured implementation of changes directed throughout the organization, and/or major changes to the structure and content of the program.
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Past performance is one of the best indicators of your ability to perform effectively in the competency areas described for this position. Review and select the statement below that describes the PERFORMANCE RECOGNITION you have most recently received. (limit characters)
16. Have you received a performance appraisal in one or more of the competencies described for the position?
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Past performance is one of the best indicators of your ability to perform effectively in the competency areas described for this position. Review and select the statement below that describes the AWARDS you have received within the last year. (limit characters)
17. Have you received any awards related to one or more of the competencies described for the position?
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18. 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.
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