Supervisory Intelligence Research Specialist
Drug Enforcement Administration See More Job Openings by This Employer
TOUGH WORK. VITAL MISSION. Challenge yourself! You have the power to help combat drug trafficking. Be a part of DEA! It's tough work, but a vital mission. Whatever your background or expertise, your work at DEA will be tremendously rewarding because it will have a daily impact on national security and the quality of life of all Americans.
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.
These Supervisory Intelligence Research Specialist (IRS) (Group Supervisor) positionsare located in the following areas:
Houston Division, Houston Division Office, Intelligence Group 2 in Houston, TX.
San Francisco Division, Sacramento District Office (Central Valley California HIDTA) in Sacramento, CA.
Among other duties, the incumbent will perform the following:
- Plans and directs the activities of staff in the collection, evaluation, production and dissemination of drug law enforcement intelligence.
- Oversees and plans the operations of an intelligence program with worldwide implications. Assesses unforeseen developments, new phenomena, and difficulties encountered.
- Initiates, plans, and evaluates broad and comprehensive research and analysis programs, procedures, and policies.
- Prepares and presents briefings to high-level federal, state, and local law enforcement representatives and to foreign dignitaries in regards to difficult, complex, and controversial drug trafficking issues.
- Performs the administrative and human resource management functions relative to the staff supervised.
- Establishes guidelines and performance expectations for staff members.
- May be required to testify during career as an Intelligence Research Specialist.
- $104,604 - $135,987/year
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Background and/or Security Clearance
- Open to DEA Employees and CTAP Eligibles ONLY
- Drug testing designated position
- Polygraph Required
- Mobility Agreement Required
- Successful completion of a one-year supervisory probationary period is required (unless already completed)
- Successful completion of the mandatory Basic Intelligence Research Specialist Training Course.
Competencies: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competencies in the following areas:
- Leadership
- Oral Communication
- Research
- Writing
Additional vacancies may be filled from this vacancy announcement.
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- Required Documents:
- Resume
- SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
- Other supporting documents:
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