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Position Title
Nuclear Materials Courier
Agency
National Nuclear Security Administration
Announcement Number
25-NA-15-00055-12734282-DEU Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, May 9, 2025 to Friday, May 8, 2026
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)
Preferences
1. Do any of your relatives work for the agency to which you are applying? If so, please list any applicable names below. Please enter N/A in the text box, if not Applicable. (Include: father, mother, husband, wife, son, daughter, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, first cousin, nephew, niece, father-in-law, mother-in-law, daughter-in-law, son-in-law, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, stepfather, stepmother, stepson, stepdaughter, stepbrother, stepsister, half brother, and half sister). (limit characters)
2. I understand that the responses in this questionnaire must be fully supported in my online resume. I further understand that my resume must provide detailed descriptions and/or examples of my knowledge and competencies as required in the vacancy announcement, and that my failure to do so may result in my being rated "ineligible" or "not qualified" for this position. (limit characters)
WARNING! Your answers will be verified against information provided in your on-line resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all the questions by addressing experience and education relevant to this position. If you exaggerate or falsify your experience and/or education, you may be removed from employment consideration. You should make a fair and accurate assessment of your qualifications. (limit characters)
3. I have read this Vacancy Announcement thoroughly and understand that supplemental documentation may be required. I further understand that I will not be considered if my supplemental documentation is not received in the Servicing Personnel Office by the closing date of the announcement. (limit characters)
4. I declare under penalty of perjury, that all statements contained in this application and any accompanying documents are true and correct, with full knowledge that all statements made in this application are subject to investigation and that any false or dishonest answer to any question may be grounds for disqualification and loss of consideration. (limit characters)
5. Are you currently serving or have you served under a Political Appointment in the Federal Government within the last five (5) years? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
The incumbent will serve as a member of a highly specialized protective force and will be responsible for the safe and secure transportation of classified and/or hazardous materials of significant importance to the national security. Please answer the below minimum qualification questions. (limit characters)
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  1. A candidate's application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-7 or equivalent) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as experience that provided a knowledge of a body of laws and regulations maintaining and enforcing law and order, practices and techniques involved in protecting life and property, and knowledge of law enforcement/military practices and techniques in performing high risk, armed, tactical/security operations. The qualifying experience must be in a job that requires proficiency with a firearm. Proficiency means having used with frequency, had training in use and safety, and required qualification on use of a weapon on a periodic basis. Examples of specialized experience include performing armed guard, armed security, tactical security functions, law enforcement, or armed personnel protection work. Such experience must have involved protecting against the hazards of fire, theft, damage, accident, or trespass; maintaining law and order; protecting lives; or similar duties. Specialized experience may have been gained through such positions as a law enforcement officer, armed guard, armed protective force, border patrol agent, or military service (if performing armed guard, armed security, or tactical security functions).
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2. Are you at least 21 years of age? (limit characters)
3. To be eligible for this position you must have not reached your 38th birthday except if you are claiming veteran's preference or are in a current Federal Employee Retirement System Special (commonly referred to as a law enforcement officer retirement position). (limit characters)
Please respond to the following assessment questions. These responses must be supported by your resume. (limit characters)
Firearms - Knowledge of firearm usage and related issues, such as ammunition, range regulations and safety and use of force policies. (limit characters)
4. From the list below, select all handgun calibers with which you are proficient. Proficient means having used with frequency, had training in use and safety, and required qualification on use of handguns on a periodic basis. (Select all that apply) (limit characters)
5. From the list below, select all caliber rifles with which you are proficient. Proficiency means having used with frequency, had training in use and safety, and required qualification on use of rifles on a periodic basis. (Select all that apply) (limit characters)
Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of the military, weaponry, and intelligence operations; public safety and security operations; occupational health and safety; investigation and inspection techniques; or rules, regulations, precautions, and prevention techniques for the protection of people, data, and property. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
6. Select the statement that best describes your knowledge and experience with law enforcement, security, and/or paramilitary tactics. (limit characters)
7. Select the choice(s) that describe your training and experience with law enforcement, security, and/or paramilitary tactics. (Select all that apply) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
8. Select the statement that best describes your knowledge and experience with armed tactical operations. (limit characters)
Personnel Security and Safety - Knowledge of methods and controls of personnel, public safety, and security operations; investigation and inspection techniques; or rules, regulations, precautions, and prevention techniques for the protection of people, data, or property. (limit characters)
9. Select the choice(s) that best describe your specialized security or law enforcement training and experience. (Select all that apply) (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
10. Select the statement that best describes your knowledge and experience with the operation of communication equipment used during tactical, security, law enforcement, or emergency operations. (limit characters)
Vehicle Operation - Knowledge of procedures for operating motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, or watercraft. (limit characters)
11. Select the answer which best describes your experience operating vehicles based on Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). (Select all that apply) (limit characters)
12. Select the answer that best describes your experience in offensive/defensive driving. (limit characters)
Teamwork - Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
13. Select the statement that best describes your knowledge and experience with building effective working relationships and coalitions. (limit characters)
Interpersonal Skills - Considers and responds appropriately to the needs, feelings, and capabilities of others; adjusts approaches to suit different people and situations. (limit characters)
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
14. Select the statement that best describes your knowledge and experience with de-escalating and defusing situations involving persons who may pose a possible threat. (limit characters)
REMINDER! Your resume must be established in your account to verify experience claimed in your responses to the questions. To be considered, you must ensure that your resume is submitted before the vacancy announcement closes. (limit characters)
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
15. I understand that I must click on the "SUBMIT APPLICATION" button, located at the end of the review of my answers and resume, to complete the application process. I understand that I will receive a confirmation page AND that I should print this confirmation page.
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Thank you for using the DOE Jobs Online system and for your interest in employment with the Department of Energy! (limit characters)