Supervisory Diversion Investigator (Senior Advisor - Diversion Control - Policy)

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Duties

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.

The Supervisory Diversion Investigator (Senior Advisor) position is open in the following location:

• Arlington, VA - Office of Diversion Control Policy (DP)

Among other duties, this position will support:

The position serves as the Deputy Director, GS-1801-15, for the Office of Diversion Control Policy (DP) and functions as an alter-ego to the Deputy Assistant Administrator (DAA) that leads the office. Within this role and the authorities provided, job duties include leading, directing, authorizing, and evaluating the performance of initiatives to interpret, draft, and advance operations through departmental and federal policy development.

• Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Directs, coordinates, and oversees work through subordinate supervisors. Advises Diversion staff regarding policies, procedures, and directives of higher-level management or headquarters directives.
• Represents DP with a variety of organizational entities and functional areas. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with similarly aligned federal agencies and key personnel. Meets with key customers and coordinating officials to assess customer satisfaction, explain organization policy and procedures, and resolve significant problems that arise. Ensure subordinate sections provide appropriate guidance and training. Participates in special projects, initiatives, and performs special assignments. Identifies the need for special projects and initiates milestones and goals. Evaluates reports by analyzing facts and performing appropriate research and prepares detailed responses. Determines appropriate recommendations for unresolved or questionable problems and performs follow-up. Research and recommends appropriate actions or interpretation of issues that impact the organization, DEA, or higher headquarters management.
• Plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of sections located within DP. Develops goals and objectives that integrate organizational and strategic objectives. Establishes, revises, or reviews policies, procedures, mission objectives, and organizational design for the staff, as necessary to eliminate work problems or barriers to mission accomplishments, promotes team building, implements quality improvements, or in response to concerns with regulatory compliance and/or customer requirements.
• Advances internal and external messaging within the Diversion Control Program (DCP) by establishing clear channels to escalate or deconflict data and reporting issues. Determines appropriate responses or manners in which to dialogue with external entities (e.g. local, state, federal officials, media, or private entities) allowing a consistent messaging strategy to lead discussions concerning the DCP.
• Advises executives and senior leadership, in the appropriate manner of how to structure language, communicate thoughts and ideas, and explain social, political, or techniques to formulate strategies in advancing policy or procedural
  goals and objectives to improve operational efficiency.

Salary

• $147,945 - $192,331/year

Conditions of Employment

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Background and/or Security Clearance
• Open to DEA Employees and CTAP Eligibles
• Drug testing designated position
• Successful completion of a one-year supervisory probationary period is required (unless already completed)
• Successful completion of the mandatory Basic Diversion Investigator Training Course.
• Mobility Agreement
• All applicants must meet the promotion eligibility in the DI Career Progression Manual

Qualifications

GS-15: Must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level or pay band in the Federal service that includes performing the following duties: 1) Planning, conducting, and overseeing investigations encompassing the manufacturing, importing and trafficking of illicit drugs and the diversion of chemicals which may involve large, complex and multi-mission organizations and lead to cases of multi-jurisdictional, national, or international significance; 2) Providing guidance in order to prevent and eliminate the illicit diversion of controlled pharmaceuticals and listed chemicals; 3) Ensuring administrative, operational, and legal program compliance; 4) Assisting in developing division wide policies pertaining to the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), the Chemical Diversion and Trafficking Act (CDTA), and the Narcotic Addict Treatment Act; and 5) Detecting violations and pursuing appropriate administrative, civil, and/or judicial action.

Competencies: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competencies in the following areas:

• Administrative Law
• Compliance Inspection
• Leadership
• Technical Competence

Other Information Additional vacancies may be filled from this vacancy announcement. Recruitment and/or Relocation Incentives will only be considered and approved under conditions specified provided the agency has determined that the position is likely to be difficult to fill in the absence of an incentive and funding for such an incentive is available. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) EEO POLICY STATEMENT Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement SELECTIVE SERVICE: MALE APPLICANTS BORN AFTER 12/31/1959 must certify prior to job offer that they have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under Selective Service law. In accordance with 5 CFR 2635.704, applications will not be accepted in postage-paid Government envelopes. If you experience technical issues with completing your online application, you may review online help resources or submit a ticket to the Help Desk by accessing the 'Help Center' (upper-right of your screen, next to the question mark icon). Required Documents

Failure to provide all required documents and information requested by the closing date will result in your application not receiving full consideration.

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Required Documents:
   • Resume
   • SF-50/Notification of Personnel Action
2. Other supporting documents:
   • Career Transition Assistance Program/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program documentation, if applicable (e.g., Certification of Expected Separation, Reduction-In-Force Separation Notice, or Notice of Proposed Removal; SF-50 that documents the RIF separation action; and most recent performance appraisal.)
   • 5-Point Bio

All current Federal employees and reinstatement eligible applicants must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action that demonstrates your eligibility for consideration, e.g., length of time you have been in your current grade; your highest grade held; your current promotion potential and proof of permanent appointment if applying based on an interchange agreement. Examples of appropriate SF-50s include promotions, within-grade increases and appointments - Award SF-50s will not be accepted.

NOTE: Please ensure that your resume contains the basic information outlined under the Applying for a Federal Job guide.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

To view a copy of the Assessment Questionnaire click here: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13061448. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/25/2026 to receive consideration.

If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact DEONNA WALKER via email, DEONNA.L.WALKER@USDOJ.GOV or at (571)776-2612 to obtain an alternative application.