Summary ATF is a law enforcement agency in the U.S. Department of Justice that protects our communities from violent criminals/criminal organizations, illegal use/trafficking of firearms, illegal use/storage of explosives, acts of arson/bombings, acts of terrorism, and illegal diversion of alcohol/tobacco products. We partner with communities, industries, law enforcement, and public safety agencies to safeguard the public through information sharing, training, research, & technology. Visit www.atf.gov Responsibilities This position is located in the Office of Field Operations - Programs - ATF National Center for Explosives and Training Research, Explosives Research and Development Division, in Huntsville, Alabama. Serves as the Division Chief of the ATF National Center for Explosives and Training Research (NCETR) Explosives Research and Develpment Division (ERDD). The Division Chief provides daily assistance to the NCETR Special Agent in Charge (SAC) with leadership of NCETR, located at Redstone Arsenal, Huntsville, Alabama. Assists in the planning, development, resourcing, and leadership of the advanced explosives research and development programs at NCETR. NCETR provides input and assistance for the assessment of research needs and the development of explosives related research projects and provides on-site coordination of research and development activities occurring at NCETR and elsewhere in collaboration with other Federal, State, local, and international law enforcement. Extensive knowledge of the entire scope of ATF law enforcement and regulatory jurisdiction, as well as a comprehensive, authoritative knowledge of the investigative or administrative activity personally supervised. Plans, coordinates, and organizes the advanced explosives law enforcement and regulatory training programs of NCETR, which deal with complex concerns of individual, group, and organizational behavior and the associated inherent interdependencies. Instruct, develop, or coordinate explosives training classes for special agents and industry operations investigators, in-service to special agents or industry operations investigators, and specialized training to ATF personnel in support of the Bureau's mission and goals Requirements Conditions of Employment The time-in-grade requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement. The qualification requirements listed below must be met by the closing date of the announcement. MOBILITY PLAN: New employees hired pursuant to this vacancy announcement must sign a mobility agreement. The purpose of ATF's mobility policy is to enhance career development and progression, and achieve mission and business effectiveness. To accomplish these objectives, the mobility plan will facilitate the movement of employees through special short-term assignments or permanent reassignments throughout the Bureau. Applicants who decline to sign a mobility agreement, as required, will be removed from the hiring process. Key Requirements: Top Secret Clearance required. Pass drug screening and subject to random drug test. Time in Grade requirement must be met by the closing date of the vacancy Must successfully complete a background security investigation New supervisors must successfully complete a 1-year probationary period. U.S. Citizenship is required. This is a non-bargaining unit position. Required to sign a mobility agreement as a condition of employment. Qualifications To qualify for 15, candidates must also have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-14. Specialized experience is demonstrated experience, which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position. Experience must be in the normal line of progression or must be related to the work of the position advertised and must be reflected in resume. Specialized experience include: Assists in the planning, development, resourcing, and leadership of the advanced explosives research and development programs; AND Develops long-and short range plans, budget and programs documents, resources allocations, expenditure controls, policy development, and program evaluations; AND Manages a diverse team of professional series employees. Education Additional Information EEO Statement: The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a parent, genetic information, disability, age, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism. If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, you must contact the ATF EEO office within 45 calendar days of when the alleged harm occurred at 202-648-8760 or eeointakemailbox@atf.gov. Please see DOJ Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy. DIVERSITY Statement: "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." Reasonable Accommodation: ATF provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the job application and hiring process, and you meet the eligibility requirements listed above, please notify the human resources specialist listed on the vacancy announcement, or contact the ATF's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity at (202) 648-8760 or send an email to reasonableaccommodations@atf.gov. The decision on granting a reasonable accommodation is handled on a case-by-case basis.Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you receive the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here. "Federal Regulations state no ATF employee, his/her spouse, or his/her minor child shall have, directly or indirectly, any financial interest, including compensated employment, stock, or proprietary interest in the alcohol, tobacco, firearms or explosives industries. You should be aware that you may be asked to relinquish any ownership of or interests in the alcohol, tobacco, firearms or explosives industries before a determination can be made whether access to ATF information, information technology systems, and/or facilities can be authorized." Additional vacancies may be filled from this vacancy announcement. A one year probationary period is required for new supervisors and managers.