Division Chief (Training Support Division)
What you'd do
"The Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC), through strategic partnerships, prepares the federal law enforcement community to safeguard America's people, property, and institutions." We are a unique inter-agency organization preparing the next generation of law enforcement officers to meet our Nation's most pressing security challenges." Click here to learn more. An incentive may be authorized, but not a guarantee.
Major duties
Serving as a Division Chief (Training Support Division) GS-1801-15 makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) team and mission. This position is located in the Training Support Division (TSD) in Glynco, GA. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Chief of TSD responsible for operating as a senior manager for FLETC and providing leadership and supervision to division personnel. Typical duties include: Plans, formulates, and directs the implementation of programs and policies to support the FLETC mission, including managing division budgets and staffing plans. Ensures compliance with Federal laws, regulations, and policies, and evaluates program effectiveness related to law enforcement training and operations. Oversees the design, construction, and delivery of specialized law enforcement training facilities and venues to meet curriculum objectives. Provides leadership, supervision, and guidance to divisional staff, including managing assignments, resolving personnel issues, and fostering employee development. Maintains liaison and provides expert advice to FLETC managers and partner organizations regarding programmatic issues, operational services, and the execution of training support functions. View common definitions of terms found in this announcement: Common Definitions.
What you need to qualify
A resume must be no more than two pages. If an applicant's resume exceeds two pages, the USAJOBS database will not allow the application to be submitted. For additional assistance, please visit: USAJOBS Help Center - Update your resume now so it meets new resume requirements This position has a Selective Placement Factor (SPF). If your resume does not demonstrate possession of the SPF, you will be rated ineligible. SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: In order to be considered for this position you must: A. Possess experience as a sworn law enforcement officer or agent with full arrest authority in the prevention, detection, apprehension, detention and/or investigation of felony and/or misdemeanor violations of federal, state, local, tribal, or military criminal laws; -OR- B. Have held a federal civilian position in the 1801 occupational series. (Must provide SF 50 for proof. -AND- Specialized Experience: You qualify for the GS-15 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-14 grade level or pay band in the federal service, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing the following duties: Have at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-14 level, or equivalent, in directing the implementation of complex programs and policies that support law enforcement training. This includes managing division budgets, developing staffing plans, and ensuring compliance with all applicable Federal laws, regulations, and policies. Having overseen facilities maintenance, repair, and construction activities to ensure projects align with curriculum learning objectives and provide safe, functional environments for field training, laboratory exercises, and hands-on instruction. Additionally, have provided strategic oversight of fleet operations, including the acquisition, maintenance, and deployment of vehicles to meet training and operational requirements. Experience must have encompassed the full range of supervisory responsibilities, such as determining staffing assignments, managing workloads, adjusting priorities, and fostering employee development. Consistently offered expert advice and guidance to internal managers and on-site partner organization representatives regarding programmatic issues, operational services, and the effective execution of training support functions. Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level. All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) eligibles: If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not ICTAP eligible. View information about ICTAP eligibility on OPM's Career Transition Resources website. To be considered eligible under ICTAP, you must be rated at a minimum score of 85 for this position. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this job announcement. Note: Secondary Administrative Law Enforcement Officer retirement coverage is being offered for this position. Physical Demands: In addition to work performed in an office setting, the position will move about the campus and spend periods of time at training venues and the vehicle maintenance facility. Work Environment: The work is performed in a typical office setting, inside/outside training venues, and inside/outside the vehicle maintenance facility. Transfer Requirement for CSRS: To be eligible for secondary coverage, an employee must: - Transfer without a break in service exceeding 3 days directly from a primary position to a secondary position; AND - Be continuously employed in a secondary position since moving from a primary position; except a break in employment in secondary positions that begins with an involuntary separation (not for cause) and/or voluntary breaks in service that began prior to January 20, 1988. Transfer Requirement for FERS: To be eligible for secondary coverage, an employee must: - Transfer without a break in service exceeding 3 days directly from a primary position to a secondary position; AND - Have completed 3 years of service in a primary position, including any such service during which no FERS deductions were withheld; AND - Be continuously employed in a secondary position since moving from a rigorous position; except a break in employment in secondary positions that begins with an involuntary separation (not for cause). Re-employed annuitants' annual salaries will be reduced by the amount of their retirement annuity and by further cost of living increases. FERS retirees receiving a FERS annuity supplement must also be aware that, like social security benefits, their FERS annuity supplement is subject to an earnings test and may be reduced if the salary earned is more than the social security exempt amount of earnings. Additional information is available on OPM's website or by contacting OPM. The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to [email protected].
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