- Position Title
- Law Enforcement Specialist (Computer Forensics Instructor)
- Agency
- Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers
- Announcement Number
- FLETC-TTO/CYD-25-12715388 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Monday, June 16, 2025 to Monday, July 7, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a U.S. citizen?
All U.S. citizens are eligible.
All U.S. citizens are eligible.
3.
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.
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 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.
• 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 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.
4.
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.
Would you accept a term appointment?
Data Questions
1.
How did you learn about this Department of Homeland Security (DHS) job opportunity announcement?
2.
I have thoroughly reviewed the 'How to Apply/Required Documents' & 'Qualifications' sections of this Vacancy Announcement to determine which supplemental documents to submit. This may include: Transcripts to verify undergraduate/graduate education; A Current/Non-Award SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, noting current position title, series, grade, position occupied, tenure, highest salary (including basic pay) and duty location if I am a current/former Federal employee; DD-214 if I am a veteran (and SF-15/VA Letter if applicable), etc. I understand that failure to fax or upload required documents by the vacancy announcement's closing date may result in loss of consideration. Answer to this question is required.
Conditions of Employment
1.
I am willing and able to possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver's license to conduct official government business.
2.
This position is subject to Lautenberg Amendment. Persons convicted of misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence are prohibited from occupying this position. Have you been convicted of a crime in domestic violence?
3.
I am willing and able to undergo pre-appointment drug testing for illegal drug use.
Assessment 1
1.
In order to be considered for this position you must meet one of the selective placement factors. From the list below select the statement(s) that describes your experience.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
2.
Have you graduated from a law enforcement academy? If graduated from an academy, please ensure your resume contains the academy's name and location (city, state) as well as your graduation date (MM/DD/YYYY).
For U.S. Coast Guard personnel only - If you were certified through the Boarding Officer Personnel Qualifications Standard Certification Program (PQS), you must include the certification date in your resume. You may be asked to provide a copy of the certification. Failure to provide this information in your resume may result in your loss of consideration.
For U.S. Coast Guard personnel only - If you were certified through the Boarding Officer Personnel Qualifications Standard Certification Program (PQS), you must include the certification date in your resume. You may be asked to provide a copy of the certification. Failure to provide this information in your resume may result in your loss of consideration.
3.
From the options below, select the one statement that best describes how you meet the minimum qualifications for a Law Enforcement Specialist (Computer Forensics Instructor), GS-1801-13. NOTE: Your resume must support your claim of specialized experience, i.e. where, when and how you performed the work, or you may be found ineligible.
Select the statement(s) that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. Please ensure your answer are fully supported in your resume.
4.
Which of the following courses have you taught?
5.
Which of the following areas do you have experience performing?
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
6.
Develops and implements the long and short-range training plans and formulates appropriate financial operating plans and program procedures to ensure the training program meets the needs and interests of the organizations served.
7.
Responds to the latest methods of operation and incorporate such change into course material.
8.
Provides oversight concerning the conduct of basic training classes for personnel and plans, coordinates and executes field training and lab exercises.
9.
Ensures class curriculum is administered in the proper sequence and that deviations from the established schedules receive prior approval.
10.
Monitors progress of students, documents results, and/or recommends remedial action and changes in training and/or operational procedures and instructions.
11.
Ensures that programs/courses are conducted within the parameters of sound professional methodologies and that lower grade instructors are compliant with established training procedures.
12.
Oversees and/or participates in developing instructional course and program material in the field of digital forensics.
13.
Reports to the supervisor periodically on team and individual work accomplishments, problems, progress in mastering tasks and work processes, and individual and team training needs.
14.
Coaches the team in the selection and application of appropriate problem-solving methods and techniques.
15.
Represents the team in dealings with supervisors for the purpose of obtaining resources and securing needed information or decisions on major work problems and issues that arise.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
16.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, ALL of the information provided on this application is true, accurate, and complete, and that this application for employment is made in good faith. I understand that a false statement on any part of this application may be grounds for not hiring me or for firing me after I begin work. I also understand that I may be punished by fine or imprisonment for falsification of my employment application (18 USC 1001). I understand that information I give may be investigated as allowed by law or Executive order. Do you understand and agree to all the above?