Transportation Security Administration Open Position

Job Title: Federal Air Marshal
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Transportation Security Administration
Job Announcement Number: FAM-F10-F008

SALARY RANGE: 47,541.00 - 73,660.00 USD /year
OPEN PERIOD: Monday, February 01, 2010 to Thursday, September 30, 2010
SERIES & GRADE: SV-1801-G/G
POSITION INFORMATION: Full-TimePermanent
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: G
DUTY LOCATIONS: many vacancies - Miami, FL
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Open to All U.S. Citizens. Visit http://www.uscis.gov/ for questions on citizenship.

This is an open continuous announcement, which means that applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the closing date, or until positions are filled. Applications received by 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time) on Monday, February, 15, will be considered first. Applications received after the first cutoff date will be considered as they are received within subsequent bi-weekly cutoff dates.

Relocation: No relocation expenses will be authorized for this position.

JOB SUMMARY:
The mission of the TSA Office of Law Enforcement/Federal Air Marshal
Service (OLE/FAMS) is to promote public confidence in the security
of our nation's transportation domain. To achieve this mission,
OLE/FAMS deploys Federal Air Marshals on U.S. aircraft worldwide;
conducts law enforcement operations, protection, response, detection, and assessment activities in airports and other transportation systems; maintains TSA's state of preparedness and coordinates incident management; trains and manages all armed pilots; and coordinates all TSA canine assets.

As federal law enforcement officers, Federal Air Marshals are responsible for policing and securing the nation's transportation systems, protecting U.S. commercial aviation assets in foreign countries, making arrests (with and without arrest warrants), participating in criminal investigations, seeking and executing arrest and search warrants, testifying in court proceedings, conducting interviews and interrogations, representing the U.S. government in foreign countries, and working closely with other U.S. and foreign law enforcement agencies. Federal Air Marshals are deployed worldwide on passenger flights of U.S. carriers to detect, deter, and defeat hostile acts targeting U.S. carriers, airports, crews, and passengers.

The employee serves as an entry level Federal Air Marshal for the
Department of Homeland Security, TSA, Office of Law Enforcement/Federal Air Marshal Service. The primary duties and responsibilities of a Federal Air Marshal involve deployments worldwide protecting U.S. air carriers on passenger flights to deter or counter the risk of terrorist activity, aircraft piracy, and other crimes in order to meet national security concerns. Other duties may include protection of the nation's transportation infrastructure. Federal Air Marshals travel frequently, carry out their missions independently and with minimal supervision, and are trained and prepared to operate in a highly stressful environment with little or no back-up available. Under the authority of the Aviation and Transportation Security Act, PL 107-71, November 19, 2001, the employee functions as a federal law enforcement officer and performs the duties and responsibilities assigned to Federal Air Marshals, who:

Carry firearms; make arrests without warrants for any offense
against the United States committed in their presence, or for any
felony cognizable under the laws of the United States if there is
probable cause to believe that a felony is being or has been
committed; seek and execute warrants for arrest or seizure of
evidence issued under the authority of the United States upon
probable cause that a violation has been committed; and identify and
interview witnesses and suspects.

Work for long periods without a break; are on call 24 hours a day; participate in a mandatory physical fitness program and maintain required physical fitness and medical standards.

Administer, coordinate, or perform law enforcement, investigative, analytical, or advisory work to ensure compliance with federal laws, regulations, or other mandatory guidelines.

Present information regarding the above law enforcement activities to the appropriate U.S. Attorney, as necessary. Such enforcement activities may involve matters of extreme sensitivity with difficult planning and coordination problems because of jurisdictional concerns involving other nations, and federal, state, county, and local governments.

Participate, as needed, in multi-agency task forces and in investigative assignments involving other federal, state, and local agencies in support of an integrated federal law enforcement and intelligence approach to proactively fight terrorism at all
levels.

The online process and the submission of your application materials will be accepted online until 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Time) on the closing date of this vacancy announcement at http://jobview.usajobs.gov.

AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
HR Help Desk
Phone: 877-872-7990
Fax: 571-258-4052
TDD: 877-872-7992
Email: Helpdesk@TSA-HRAccess.com Or write:
DHS-Transportation Security Administration
Contact the TSA HR Help Desk at
1-877-TSA-7990; TTY 1-877-TSA-7992
Vienna, VA 22180
Fax: 571-258-4052

Drug Enforcement Administration Open Position

Criminal Investigator, GS-1811-07/09/11

ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: BA-2010B
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 03/12/2010
JOB LOCATION: Nationwide
WORK SCHEDULE: Full Time
SALARY RANGE: $38,511.00-$65,371.00
OPEN DATE: 02/12/2010
TIME LIMIT: Permanent - No time limit
WHO MAY APPLY: US citizens - Open to General Public
NUMBER OF VACANCIES: 200 PROMOTION POTENTIAL: 13

At the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), our people are agents for change. A unique mission requires special talent. As a DEA Special Agent, you will work as part of an elite criminal investigation team that transforms the power of your talent into action. That action makes a difference on the security and well-being of our nation and the world every day. If you want to harness the power of the DEA, join us. A job like no other. A fight without borders. Be an agent of change.


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NOTES:

DEA Special Agents may or may not be assigned to the Geographic Location from which they were hired. Special agents may have to relocate several times during their career. The hours are long and irregular. The Special Agent must be available at all times, to include holidays. Often, agents are sent on extended temporary duty assignments away from their assigned office. There is a requirement to carry a firearm and become proficient in its use. The nature of the work might place the agent in situations that present a danger to personal safety. A Special Agent may have to use a firearm in the line of duty, and may have to take someone's life in defense of self or others.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: To be considered for this position, you must attach the following required documents to your application. Incomplete applications may not be considered. Applicant forms (Mobility Agreement and DOJ-555) may be obtained via the DEA’s website at http://www.justice.gov/dea/job/agent/forms.html .

Required Documents:

1. Mobility Agreement

2. Form DOJ-555, Disclosure and Authorization Pertaining to Consumer Reports Pursuant to the Fair Credit Reporting Act

3. If applicable, proof of successful completion of the education; i.e., a transcript from an accredited U.S. business or technical school, junior college, or university, or proof that foreign education has been deemed creditable. Failure to submit the required proof of education will result in you being deemed not qualified for the position.

4. For current or former active duty military personnel, a copy of your DD-214, and if applicable, a copy of your SF-15 and VA Letter.

5. For current or former Federal Status applicants, a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) and a copy of your most recent Performance Appraisal.

APPOINTING AUTHORITY: Initial appointment to the position will be made in the excepted service under the Schedule B (Section 213.3210) appointing authority. Employees appointed under Schedule B appointments may be converted to career appointments in not less than three years and not more than four years.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Generally, preference is granted to veterans who entered military service prior to October 14, 1976; or served on active duty during the period from August 2, 1990, through January 2, 1992, and who are otherwise eligible; or who served on active duty during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; or who have served in a military action for which they received a Campaign Badge or Expeditionary Medal. This includes the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) awarded to those who participated in Operation Joint Endeavor or Operation Joint Guard. Also, you may be entitled to veterans' preference if you are a disabled veteran; you have received a Purple Heart; you are the spouse or mother of a disabled veteran; or you are the widow, widower, or mother of a deceased veteran. You will need to submit a Standard Form (SF) 15 and proof of your claim.

For more information on veterans' preference, please see the Vet Guide.

You may also access the Department of Labor's Expert Advisor system to answer your questions on eligibility for preference.

EXCEPTION TO OPM QUALIFICATIONS STANDARD: Applicants who do not qualify under this announcement per the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards for the 1811 series may still qualify if they possess unique skills and/or highly desirable specialized experience such as foreign language fluency or pilot/maritime, accounting/auditing, technical/mechanical or military experience. Eligibility based on such unique skills/experience is an agency unique authorized exception to the OPM Qualifications Standard. To determine if you qualify under the aforementioned unique skills and/or highly desirable specialized experience, please apply under job announcement number BA-2010A.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: In addition to education and experience, the DEA will further evaluate applicant qualifications based on character and conduct. There will be continuous evaluation of information, as it is obtained, to ensure that the prospective employee with the DEA meets agency specific qualifications. Issues in any of the areas listed will be deemed disqualifying. All applicants will be evaluated on the following:

* Must Meet DEA Drug Policy Requirements (specified in this announcement)

* Favorable/Responsible Credit History

* Candor/Honesty

* Favorable/Responsible Work History

* Good Judgment/Ability to Handle Stressful Conditions

* Acceptance of Directions/Work in Team Environment

* Responsible Driving Record

* Other qualities that promote the integrity and efficiency of the DEA

LAW ENFORCEMENT AGE REQUIREMENT: Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and not older than 36 at the time of appointment. In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions; therefore, candidates must be appointed before reaching their 37th birthday unless they are a preference eligible veteran OR presently serve or have previously served in a Federal civilian law enforcement retirement-covered position (after subtracting the years/months of prior Federal service worked in a primary law enforcement position, applicants must be less than 37 years of age). The maximum entry age limit was established under the age discrimination prohibitions contained in Section 15 of the Age Discrimination and Employment Act.

DRIVERS LICENSE: The position requires that the incumbent must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.

SECURITY CLEARANCE: This position is designated as “critical sensitive”. Completion of a full-field investigation is required before appointment. Applicants must be able to obtain a Top Secret Security clearance.

Applicants must not have been convicted of a felony crime.

POLYGRAPH EXAMINATION: Applicants must successfully complete and achieve favorable results on a pre employment polygraph examination.

LAUTENBERG NOTICE: Title 18 USC, Section 922 (G), automatically disqualifies anyone who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence from being appointed to this position.

FIREARMS: This position requires that the incumbent meet initial and continuing qualifications in the use of firearms. Under Title 18 USC, Section 922(g)(9), anyone who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence is automatically disqualified from being appointed to a position requiring the possession of a firearm or ammunition.

MOBILITY AGREEMENT: This position requires employees to agree to a Mobility Agreement. The duty station is determined based on the needs of the Drug Enforcement Administration and incumbents may be reassigned to different geographical locations throughout their tenure. Selectees will be required to sign the Mobility Agreement as a condition of employment.

APPLICANT PROCESSING: Applicants who are rated as "Most Competitive" will be required to successfully complete a special agent assessment, medical evaluation, physical task test, urinalysis drug screening, polygraph examination, psychological assessment, and background investigation.

BASIC AGENT TRAINING: The selectee must successfully complete the 19 week Basic Agent Training Program at the Drug Enforcement Administration Training Center in Quantico, Virginia. Failure to pass the training program will result in separation from the Drug Enforcement Administration.

TRIAL PERIOD: Appointment is subject to completion of a trial period (one year for preference eligibles and two years for non-preference eligibles).

MOVING EXPENSES: Limited moving expenses are authorized.

DUTIES:(The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position)

Conducts criminal investigations and prepares for the prosecution of major violators of the Controlled Substances Act. Typical duties include conducting complex criminal investigations; carrying out surveillance of criminals; infiltrating illicit drug channels; identifying and apprehending drug traffickers; and arresting law violators engaged in criminal activities.

A National Roundtable and Town Hall Meeting on Fatherhood & Solutions to Youth Violence

In Honor of Black History Month
Alliance for Concerned Men, Inc., University of the District of Columbia,and the Institute for Public Safety & Justice Presents:

Keynote Speaker
U.S. Attorney General, Eric H. Holder Jr.

Date: Thursday, February 18, 2010
Roundtable Discussion: 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
Town Hall meeting: 3:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
Location: University of the District of Columbia
Main Auditorium
4200 Connecticut Avenue NW
Washington, D.C. 20008

Co-Sponsored by:
Congresswoman Eleanor Holmes-Norton on behalf of her D.C. Commission on Black Men and Boys
Bureau of Justice Assistance – U.S. Department of Justice
Institute for Public Safety and Justice
Department of Urban Affairs, Social Sciences and Social Work
University of District of Columbia

Community Based Partners
Campaign for Youth Justice, East of the River Clergy Police Community Partnership,
& Sasha Bruce Youthwork

For additional information contact Margaret Moore, 202-274-5711 or Cotina Lane, 202-274-5575

Airport

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is conducting a competitive examination for Airport Police Officer positions. The positions may be either at Ronald Reagan Washington National or Washington Dulles International Airports. candidates must be willing to work either Airport in order to apply.

Announcement# MWAA-10-10403

Salary Range: $47,032 to $77,602

To be eligible for the examination, candidates must meet the following criteria:

a. Be a U.S. citizen

b. Be at least 21 years of age or within 6 months of your 21st birthday

c. Be a high school graduate or possess a GED equivalent

d. Have a valid driver's license from your state of residence

e. Meet visual acuity standards (far vision must be at least 20/30 in each eye corrected with lenses or spectacles. Uncorrected far vision must be at least 20/100 in each eye. Visual field performance without correctionshall be 140 degrees in horizontal median of each eye).

f. Candidates with a completed Associate’s, Bachelor’s or Master’s degree will not be required to take the written test.

g. Candidates who are current law enforcement officers in any jurisdiction outside of VA will not be required to take the written test.

Open testing will be administered Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 8:30 am and 11:00 am. Invitation not required.

All candidates should submit an Airports Authority application and assessment via website, www.mwaa.com. An application is preferred prior to testing, but not required. If you have taken the test within the past six months, you will need to wait six months from your previous test date to re-take the test. After screening your application and with successful test results, you will be scheduled for an oral interview. If you miss the testing opportunity, please monitor the website for an update of the next scheduled testing sessions. Seating is limited and will be provided on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED basis. Testing will be held approximately one mile away from Regan National Airport and 1.5 miles from Crystal City metro at:

Radisson Hotel
2020 jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, VA 22202

SAA Summer Internship Program

Are you looking for a great place to gain work experience and to take a look behind the scenes of the US Senate? The Office of the Sergeant at Arms may be the palce for you! The office of the Sergeant at Arms provides operational, security and protocol support and services to the US Senate. We help keep the sentae up and running. Past intern placements have the included assignments in the senate Photo Studio, finance, media galleries, and the post office to name a few. We are currently accepting resumes and applications from college students seeking full time summer internships.

Interns must have completed a least one year of college and be enrolled in school for the coming fall semester.

* Intern assignments will start mid-May and no later than the first week of June and can last until August 27th.

* Internships require a 10 week work commitment.

* Compensation is $11.50 per hour.

* Deadline: Wednesday, March 31, 2010.

Please send cover letter and resumes to resumes@saa.senate.gov or fill out an application in the Senate Hart Bldg. room 142. Application may also be picked up from Cotina Lane at UDC in bldg 41/308.

NY Allows Controversial Partial DNA Matches

New York Times
By JEREMY W. PETERS
Published: January 24, 2010

New York has become the latest of a handful of places to permit a controversial use of DNA evidence that gives law enforcement authorities a sophisticated means to track down criminals, says the New York Times. Under a rule approved last month, DNA found at a crime scene that does not exactly match that of someone in the state's DNA database can still be used to pursue suspects if the DNA closely resembles that of someone on file.
Because family members share genetic traits, a partial DNA match allows investigators to narrow searches to relatives of people whose DNA is already in the state database. Advocates for protecting the public's privacy warned that the practice could be abused and that it promotes a guilt-by-association approach to criminal justice that could result in the investigation of innocent people. New York's DNA database contains more than 343,000 genetic profiles of people convicted of serious crimes. In Denver, searching for partial matches has led to one conviction in the year and a half the city has been using new software that allows investigators to identify possible relatives of suspects. A suspect broke into a car and bled on the dashboard. Investigators matched the blood to someone already in the DNA database who turned out to be the suspect's brother.

National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives Scholarship

The National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) is a 501 (c) (3) organization comprised of federal, state, and local law enforcement professionals from around the country. The NOBLE Washington Metro Chapter is one of the largest chapters in the country, and we have dedicated ourselves to four goals:

•To establish effective programs to increase minority participation at alllevels of law enforcement throughout the Metropolitan region.

•To establish a mechanism for working with members of the community to achieve greater involvement, understanding, and cooperation with law enforcement.

•To develop a dialogue for sensitizing police executives, police officers, and
law enforcement agencies to the problems of minority communities and minority police officers.

•To support the national organization in its goals and objectives.

NOBLE will award $1,000.00 scholarships to college students within the DC/MD/VA metro area who have demonstrated a concern for their community while maintaining academic excellence.

The Scholarship Committee will evaluate candidates based on community service, academic achievement, a personal statement, a written essay, an interview and letter of recommendation. All candidates must possess a minimum grade point average of 3.0 calculated through the end of the 1st semester 2009-2010 school year and plan to continue full-time in 2nd semester of the 2009-2010 school year.

The following must be returned in one packet (no later than March 1, 2010)to:

Professor Margaret Moore
University of the District of Columbia
Department of Urban Affairs, Social Science,and Social Work
Administration of Justice Program
Bldg. 41/Rm 308
Washington, D.C. 20008

(1) Typed/signed application;
(2) Personal statement (maximum of 2 typewritten pages double spaced);
(3) Essay – Respond to ONE of the essay questions listed in the packet (Maximum of 3 typewritten pages double-spaced.);
(4) One (1) recommendation: A scholastic recommendation letter from
staff/faculty member (Letter must be on official letterhead and must be typewritten.);
(5) Copy of official transcripts;
(6) Wallet size school or passport photograph; and,
(7) Proof of U.S. Citizenship.

Incomplete applications WILL NOT be considered. Candidates are required to participate in an interview with the members of the Scholarship Committee. Interviews will be completed by April 15, 2010. A complete copy of the Scholarship Application is available at www.noblewashingtondconline.org.

For more information please contact the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives Scholarship Committee at scthompson15@hotmail.com with the subject line “NOBLE 2010 Scholarship.”

For scholarship applications please contact Cotina Lane at clane@udc.edu with the subject line "NOBEL 2010 Scholarship".