Who May Apply Job Opening : 55114 Open to ALL U.S. Citizens Opening Date: May 28, 2024 Closing Date: June 11, 2024 11:59 pm (EST) Questions regarding this opening should be directed to HRS Christopher Glass at . Job Summary Official Title of Position: Visual Information Specialist (Exhibits), GS-11/12 Division: Laboratory Division Unit: Operational Projects Unit Location: Quantico, VA (No public transportation is available) Working Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm (Flexible) Salary: GS-11 $82,764.00-$107,590.00 GS-12 $99,200.00-$128,956.00 Full Performance level: GS-13 Number of Positions Available: 1 Duration: Full Time/Permanent Additional selections may be made from this announcement to fill positions within the same division when the position includes substantially the same duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Incentive: Selected applicant may be eligible for a 20% Recruitment Incentive. You will be required to sign a 2-year service agreement upon receipt of the Recruitment Incentive. Key Requirements * Must be a U.S. citizen.
* Must be able to obtain an SCI clearance.
* Selectee will be required to complete form FD-887, Request for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
* Travel will be required. Flexibility to travel on short notice (e.g. within 2 hours of notification) for uncertain periods of time (e.g. up to two weeks) including weekends and holidays.
* This position may potentially be exposed to situations or information that depicts violent acts, lewd images, or involves isolated working conditions.
* As a condition of employment, DNA samples are required from all FBI personnel who interact with evidence or federal DNA database samples in Laboratory Division (LD) space or whose work requires them to enter LD examination areas where evidence or DNA database samples are processed or examined as part of the quality control process to detect sample/evidence contamination, in accordance with the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA), 75 Deferral Register (FR) 68932; 29 C.F.R. 1635.8(b)(6). * Must pass a U.S. Government HAZMAT physical upon reporting for duty.
Mission Statement: The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States. Major Duties * Apply technical design, documentation, CAD drafting, and modeling skills to forensic crime scene documentation and reconstruction techniques.
* Apply advanced technology surveying collection knowledge and techniques, utilizing terrestrial LiDAR scanners and Total Station surveying instruments, to document complex environments. Develop curriculum and teach the next generation of advanced technology documentation teams.
* Deploy to major crime scenes, to include: complex mass casualty events, post-blast events, and site preservation collects, to provide crime scene sketching and digital documentation using technologies such as total station, terrestrial LiDAR Scanning, hand scanning, GPS, drone photogrammetry, and other data collection technologies. Travel may be to remote locations and with short notice, requiring a rotational on call posture. * Use collected data such as pointclouds and CADD survey data to prepare technical scaled diagrams, 3-D digital models, 2-D and 3-D graphics, physical models, and interactive reconstruction exhibits utilizing digital modeling software. These products will directly support criminal, investigative, operational, and law enforcement matters.
* Utilize specialized software packages within the AutoDesk and Adobe suites (i.e., AutoCAD, Illustrator, REVIT, RECAP). Experience in pointcloud data processing software such as FARO SCENE, Leica Cyclone, and Cloud Compare.
* Research and develop innovative workflows in software and technology advancements to support law enforcement entities in crime scene documentation and reconstruction efforts. Qualifications and Evaluations Please make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement and will be compared to your responses to the online assessment questionnaire. High self-assessment in the vacancy questions that is not supported by information in your resume, and/or supporting documents may eliminate you from Most Competitive status. Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Most Competitive, Competitive, or Least Competitive. Names of candidates in the Most Competitive category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Veterans' preference will be applied. All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies * Analytic Thinking
* Communication
* Design
* Project Management
Specialized Experience (SE): GS-11: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level. SE is defined as follows: * Experience in using Autodesk and Adobe products such as AutoCAD, Illustrator, Photoshop, REVIT, RECAP, 3DS Max, Inventor, etc. including any experience using specialty software such as Rhinoceros, Solid Works, Spatial Analyst, Quick Time Modeler and Cloud Compare, and be able to provide graphic design services, including basic scaled diagrams, renderings, and illustrations in 2D and 3D.
* Experience in fabrication, 3D Printing and/or 3D physical modeling using various materials such as plastics, metals, and wood.
* Basic knowledge in fabrication shop operations, including structural design, prototyping, fabrication and construction of customized tools and equipment to include scaled models.
GS-12: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level. SE (in addition to above) is defined as follows: * Knowledge and professional experience in forensic documentation and product assignments involving a combination of data collection, diagram development, digital scene reconstruction and custom fabrication.
* Knowledge and experience in forensic documentation equipment and technologies such as total station, LiDAR Scanning, and/or photogrammetry.
* Can formulate documentation details such as elevations, sections, and isometric scaled views.
Education All degrees must be from an accredited college or university. Education may be substituted for specialized experience as follows: GS-11: Applicant must have a Ph.D. OR equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M., if related. How to Apply For detailed instructions related to applying, uploading documents, withdrawing an application or updating your application, please review instructions on How to Apply . If applying online is a hardship, please use the contact information listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance. Required Documents To apply to this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes: * Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates
* A complete assessment questionnaire
* Other supporting documents ( if applicable ): * College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement * Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50; not applicable to current FBI employees * Memorandum for Record (MFR), Please see Additional Information * Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees * Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later Documents that were uploaded one or more years ago will need to be uploaded again. Although an applicant may see these documents within their current profile, the HR Specialists may not have access to view them. All applicants are being asked to upload another copy (if applicable) to ensure the staffing units can review the complete application. You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. If applying online is a hardship, please contact the HR Specialist listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance. What to Expect Next Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process. Additional Information * Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols. Positions with fitness for duty requirements or those that require international travel may require proof of certain vaccinations.
* The FBI is in the Executive Branch of the federal government. It is one of the components of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FBI is the principle investigative arm of the DOJ. All FBI positions are in the excepted service.
* As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
* Applicants must be U.S. citizens and consent to a complete background investigation, urinalysis, and polygraph. You m