Law Enforcement Specialist (Counterterrorism Instructor) (CTAP/ICTAP only)

Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers • Glynco, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) is hiring a senior-level Law Enforcement Specialist (Counterterrorism Instructor), GS-1801-13, in the Counterterrorism Division (CTD), Technical Training Operations Directorate (TTO), under the Office of the Associate Director for Training Operations. The position is located in Glynco, Georgia. The instructor plans and conducts classroom, laboratory, and field instruction as part of CTD’s training program and serves as a technical expert in one or more CTD training programs or courses. A recruitment or relocation incentive of up to 15% of pay may be authorized; permanent change of station is not authorized.

The role involves updating training to address evolving terrorist and criminal methods, planning training and associated financial operations, and delivering advanced training at federal, state, municipal, and international sites. The instructor monitors student progress, documents results, recommends remedial action, and provides subject-matter expertise when existing course materials are revised or new materials are developed. Instructors may rotate among programs or training sections. The normal workplace is a classroom or office, with instruction and demonstrations also conducted in indoor and outdoor areas, including explosive ranges. Work may involve varying environmental conditions, loud noise, and dangerous substances, with appropriate safety practices required.

Applicants must meet the selective placement factor and specialized-experience requirements for GS-13. The position requires a valid state driver's license, the ability to obtain and maintain FLETC Law Enforcement Instructor certification within 12 months, and the ability to meet job-related medical and fitness standards. Employment is subject to background investigation, pre-appointment and random drug testing, and initial and annual physical examinations. Overtime, weekends, and federal holidays may be required. This position is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment and is not a bargaining-unit position.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• If born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Successfully pass a background investigation and pre-appointment and random drug testing.
• Possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver's license for official government business.
• Obtain and maintain FLETC Law Enforcement Instructor certification within 12 months of employment.
• Meet job-related medical and fitness standards, including initial and annual physical examinations measuring visual, hearing, and physical acuity.
• Meet the selective placement factor: experience as a sworn law enforcement officer or agent with full arrest authority in specified criminal-law enforcement duties, or prior service in a federal civilian position in the 1801 occupational series.
• For GS-13, have one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-12 in federal service or equivalent public- or private-sector experience, performing terrorism prevention, response, or investigations in specified counterterrorism areas, or instructing, researching, developing, and modifying basic and advanced law enforcement counterterrorism training curriculum.
• Current or recent GS employees must meet the applicable 52-week time-in-grade requirement.
• Submit a resume no longer than two pages and all required application documentation.
• Set up direct deposit for payment.
• Comply with the Lautenberg Amendment restriction prohibiting persons convicted of misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence from occupying the position.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct classroom, laboratory, and/or field instruction for CTD training programs.
• Serve as a technical expert in one or more CTD training programs or courses.
• Incorporate changes in terrorist and criminal methods of operation into course materials.
• Develop long- and short-range training plans and formulate financial operating plans and program procedures.
• Plan and conduct advanced off-site training at federal, state, municipal, and international locations.
• Monitor student progress, document results, and recommend remedial or corrective action, including additional training or changes to training and operational procedures.
• Provide senior-level subject-matter expertise and address information gaps when revising existing course materials or developing new course materials.
• Rotate to other programs and/or training sections as needed to provide depth to the instructor cadre.

Benefits

• A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized up to 15% of pay.
• Federal employee benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed