Investigative Support Specialist (Sample Control)

United States Army Criminal Investigation Division • Fort Gillem, GA

11d

About The Position

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to a competitive-service position with the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Laboratory (USACIL). The Investigative Support Specialist (Sample Control) performs technical and administrative functions, applying judgment and discretion to support mission accomplishment. The role handles forensic biological specimens and associated legal custody, interprets laws and policies relevant to sample processing and criminal history records, operates forensic information systems, and provides consultation and support to investigators and agents. The position is open to U.S. citizens. Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a background investigation. A one-year probationary period is required. Direct deposit of pay is required, and proof of U.S. citizenship is required. Permanent Change of Station costs are not authorized.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• For GS-9, one year of specialized experience applying policies, procedures, and Federal laws to manage, track, and process biological sample information; analyzing case information for compliance; and using automated systems to collect information and input data. This experience is typical of work at or equivalent to GS-07.
• For GS-9, alternatively, a master's or equivalent graduate degree, or two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, in a field demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the position, such as Biology or Chemistry.
• For GS-9, a qualifying combination of education and experience may be used, provided the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
• For GS-11, one year of specialized experience supporting a sample control, evidence repository, or chain-of-custody tracking system; collecting, handling, packaging, preserving, and disposing of legal or investigative samples; and operating specialized database systems to input, track, audit, and query sample records. This experience is typical of work at or equivalent to GS-09.
• For GS-11, alternatively, a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree, in a field demonstrating the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed for the position, such as Biology or Chemistry.
• For GS-11, a qualifying combination of education and experience may be used, provided the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%.
• Foreign education used to meet qualification requirements must be evaluated by a private organization specializing in interpreting foreign education programs as equivalent to an accredited U.S. education, or receive full credit for courses at an accredited U.S. college or university.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Candidates must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• The position requires a one-year probationary period and direct deposit of pay.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, safeguard, and testify on forensic biological specimens and legal custody.
• Interpret UCMJ, DoD Instructions, and court orders to evaluate qualifying offenses, expungements, and CJIS security mandates.
• Query, analyze, and reconcile NCIC/NGI/III criminal history databases and subject identity records.
• Operate, maintain, and update forensic databases, LIMS, and automated tracking platforms.
• Provide technical consultation, training, and customer service to field investigators and DCIO agents globally.
• Manage kit distribution and property book accountability.
• Execute laboratory equipment decontamination and maintenance.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package with benefits available to employees and their families; specific eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level