Special Investigative Services Technician

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System • Jesup, GA

21h

About The Position

This position is located in the Special Investigative Services Office at a Federal Bureau of Prisons correctional facility. The technician assists the Special Investigative Agent or Special Investigative Supervisor with investigations, report development, correspondence, evidence maintenance, and computer support. Investigations concern inmate violations of BOP prohibited acts, including assaults, introduction of contraband or narcotics, possession of money or currency, gang affiliation or activities, and other prohibited activities. Investigations may last from several hours to weeks or months, depending on their severity. The technician also shares responsibility with other correctional institution employees for maintaining institutional security. Correctional duties take precedence over other duties and are performed regularly and on a recurring basis.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level, typically in or related to the position, unless qualifying graduate education directly related to the work is applicable.
• Qualifying experience may include assisting with investigations or investigative research; knowledge of investigative techniques, evidence control, and crime-scene preservation; or knowledge and use of telephone monitoring equipment, drug test kits, and media recording and playback devices.
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a urinalysis, physical, and background investigation. Applicants are subject to National Crime Information Center and credit checks.
• Applicants not currently working in an institution may be required to complete a qualification inquiry regarding misdemeanor domestic-violence convictions to be authorized to carry a firearm.
• Successful completion of the three-week Introduction to Correctional Techniques training course in Glynco, Georgia, is required.
• Applicants must provide their primary residence address at the time of application and may be required to provide proof of residence.
• For CTAP selection priority, eligible applicants must meet CTAP criteria, be rated well-qualified by scoring at least half the total possible points for the vacancy KSAs or competencies, and submit the required eligibility documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Special Investigative Agent or Special Investigative Supervisor during investigations.
• Develop investigative reports and prepare correspondence.
• Maintain evidence and provide computer support.
• Assist with investigations of inmate violations of BOP prohibited acts, including assaults, contraband or narcotics, possession of money or currency, gang affiliation or activities, and other prohibited activities.
• Help maintain the security of the correctional institution; correctional responsibilities take precedence and are performed regularly.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

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