- Position Title
- Evidence Custodian
- Agency
- Drug Enforcement Administration
- Announcement Number
- H-DEA-24-12484947-DE-DJ Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Tuesday, July 23, 2024 to Monday, July 29, 2024
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
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.
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.
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.
• 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.
Preferences
1.
Select the lowest grade you are willing to accept for this position.
2.
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:
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.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Evidence Custodian, GS-0303-7/8 position with the Federal government. Your responses to the questions below will be used in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Your resume and application materials must support the level of experience and/or education you claim in this questionnaire. If, after a complete review of your application package, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible for this position.
1.
Please select the ONE response that BEST describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform as an Evidence Custodian, GS-0303-7 level.
2.
Please select the ONE response that BEST describes the experience that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform as an Evidence Custodian, GS-0303-8 level.
In this part you will respond to questions about your experience as it relates to the position for which you are applying. Carefully review the level descriptions (A to E) listed below. For each task question, choose the level description that best describes your experience and/or training. Your responses must be fully supported within the text of your resume. Failure to properly identify your experience may result in the lowering of your overall score and/or your disqualification for this position.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Controlling the chain of custody of evidence from receipt to disposition.
4.
Receiving seized evidence from special agents and diversion investigators during normal duty hours, ensuring it is accompanied by the appropriate forms, and records items in the appropriate logs, and enter into the appropriate electronic system.
5.
Testifying in court concerning storage of evidence.
6.
Coordinating disposition, destruction, or return of evidence according to guidance.
7.
Providing guidance on evidence control issues.
8.
Training alternates on the use of the Enhanced Non-Drug Evidence Database System (ENEDS) and provides access to the system.
9.
Providing regulatory and procedural guidance to ensure evidence handling is done in accordance with guidance set forth In the Agent's Manual, published Memorandum of Understanding, Notification of Change, Teletypes or the Inspection Checklist.
10.
Creating and reviewing evidence inventory reports (quarterly, annual and ad hoc self-Inspections), and coordinating all on-site inspections.
11.
Arranging for or coordinating the disposition, destruction, or return of evidence for the district/resident office.
12.
Verifying all required documentation for proper signatures and consistent timelines as expressed by the guidelines.
13.
Maintaining an up-to-date list of alternate evidence custodians who act after hours and in absence of the primary evidence custodian.
14.
Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining logbooks and files and processing paperwork while monitoring all office evidence inventory levels and movement using manual or computer systems.
15.
Utilizing different types of software to include spreadsheets, databases, word processing, desktop publishing, and other system software to generate specific working documents and forms.
16.
Performing seized evidence control duties that follow established guidelines.
17.
Interpreting existing guidelines, regulations, and other documents issued by headquarters to a variety of evidence control situations, developing information.
18.
Ensuring vault and safe combinations are changed annually.
19.
Researching and interpreting guidelines and uses judgment in applying the appropriate guidelines or process when handling different types of evidence.
20.
Participating in and preparing for required inspections by coordinating with senior official to identify/solicit volunteers to conduct the inspection, retrieving electronic reports.
21.
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.