Electronics Technician Trainee

Summary
Throughout this Not-To-Exceed (NTE) assignment, Electronic Technician Trainees will build upon the experience they already have and be provided assignments to help prepare them to qualify for a permanent FBI Electronics Technician position. Successful trainees will obtain the experience needed to qualify for and be offered a permanent FBI Electronics Technician position. Unsuccessful trainees will be removed from FBI employment.
This job is open to

• The public
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Federal employees - Competitive service
  Current or former competitive service federal employees.
• Federal employees - Excepted service
  Current excepted service federal employees.
• Internal to an agency
  Current federal employees of this agency.
• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
  Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
• Veterans
• Individuals with disabilities
• Military spouses

Clarification from the agency
All U.S. Citizens.
Duties
As an Electronics Technician Trainee you will:

• Perform simple, preventive and corrective maintenance on various items of equipment of the Bureau's communications and intrusion systems; test and replace defective components and perform preventive maintenance at predetermined intervals as recommended by manufacturers.
• Assist higher grade technician(s) during installation, maintenance and removal of equipment and associated systems by performing basic test and maintenance checks developing skills necessary for performing advanced maintenance tasks.
• Review pertinent technical manuals, remain current with technology, and be available to attend government sponsored training classes if offered to the trainee.
• Make appropriate notation in equipment maintenance log regarding maintenance performed.
• Take periodic inventory of radio parts and check results against a spare parts quota which is prepared by the senior technician in office.

Requirements
Conditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret (TS) clearance.
• Must be able to obtain an SCI clearance.
• Some travel may be required.
• Must have (or be able to obtain) a valid driver's license.
• Selectee will be required to complete form FD-887, Request for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).

Physical Demands:
Work requires strenuous physical exertion such as climbing tall ladders or towers, long periods of standing, recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or similar activities; and recurring lifting heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds such as radio and related communications systems.
Work Environment:
Work involves high risks with exposure to potentially dangerous situations such as electrical shocks, falls from high towers, inclement weather conditions (rain, snow, ice, and high winds), requiring a range of safety and other precautions, including accompaniment by another technician when performing duties considered hazardous to life and limb.
Qualifications
Applicants can qualify for the GS 07 level based on Specialized Experience (SE) or Education. There are four (4) methods by which candidates may meet the qualification requirements for the Electronics Technician Trainee GS 07 position:
Method 1 - Education in Basic Electronics:
To qualify based on education, you must have completed six (6) credit hours in basic electronics. Hours can be obtained in one or more of the following courses:

• Electronics Fundamentals
• Introduction to Electronics
• Concepts of Direct Current
• Concepts of Alternating Current
• AC/DC Fundamentals
• Electronic Circuits
• Digital Electronics (Fundamentals)
• Solid State Devices
• Concepts of Solid State Electronics
• Circuit Analysis
• Applied Electronics
• Microprocessors/Microcontrollers
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
• Automatic Control Systems
• Integrated Circuits
• Controls and Automation
• Analog Integrated Electronics
• Power Semiconductor Electronics
• Introduction to Embedded Systems

All degrees must be from an accredited college or university. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements provided you can show foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States.
Method 2 - Radio Experience:
To qualify based on radio experience, you must have either one (1)OR two (2) years of SE as listed below:

1. One (1) Year of SE: SE must be with Motorola Radio in RF, Infrastructure Maintenance, Subscriber Devices, and/or Tactical Communications; or
2. Two (2) Years of SE: SE can be with any radio brand in RF, Infrastructure Maintenance, Subscriber Devices, and/or Tactical Communications.

Method 3 - Data Network Experience:
To qualify based on data network experience, you must have either one (1) OR two (2) years of SE as listed below:

1. One (1) Year of SE: SE must be with Cisco switch and router programming in network infrastructure, network maintenance, and/or telecommunications; or
2. Two (2) Years of SE: SE can be with any switch and router programming brand in network infrastructure, network maintenance, and/or telecommunications.

Method 4 - Physical Security Systems Experience:
To qualify based on physical security systems experience, you must have two (2) years of SE as described below:
Two (2) Years of SE: SE must be in alarm installation, access control installation, security programming, and/or video security system installation.
If qualifying based on SE, please ensure all work applicable to meeting these requirements can be found in your resume.
Desired Skills:
As part of the application process, you will have the opportunity to identify particular skills that relate to the position. If you possess any of the listed skills, please ensure you select those skills on your application.
Hiring managers will have the ability to filter for the skills needed to successfully perform the function of the position. Please ensure any skills you selected can be identified in your resume. If your identified skills match those skills required by the Hiring Manager(s), you will be deemed Most Competitive.
Education
See Qualifications section above for Education requirements.
Additional information
The salary listed for this position represents the base salary. Applicants are encouraged to visit OPM.gov to find the specific locality pay adjustments that apply to their area. It's important for applicants to familiarize themselves with these adjustments as they can significantly affect the total compensation package offered for this position. For more detailed information regarding locality pay rates, please refer to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) website.
In order to recruit and retain highly qualified candidates, selectees may be eligible for a recruitment incentive. Prior to receiving a recruitment incentive, selectees must sign a written agreement to complete a specific period of employment with the FBI at their assigned duty station.
Duration: This position will be filled by detail or through temporary promotion. If this position is filled through temporary promotion, the selection may be made permanent without further competition. This position may be terminated at any time at the discretion of management.
Locations: There are multiple positions available across the 56 Field Office Divisions. Some of those locations have been featured in the posting, but more location options will be available for consideration during the application submission process.
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.
Memorandum for Record: Work performed outside assigned duties (that would not normally be documented on an SF-50, i. e., back-up duties), has to be documented in detail by an immediate supervisor in order to receive full credit for amount of time worked in that position. If no documentation is furnished no credit will be given for time worked in that position. The following notations must be specified in the documentation (Memorandum for Record):

• Percent of time worked in the particular position (cannot conflict with main duties).
• The month/year work began.
• Frequency worked (i.e., daily, monthly, etc.)
• Specific duties performed.

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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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.
If you are deemed Most Competitive, you will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.

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• Required Documents
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  To apply to this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes:
  1. Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates
  2. A complete assessment questionnaire
  3. Other supporting documents (if applicable):
     
     • College transcripts, if qualifying based on education
     • Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50; not applicable to current FBI employees.
     • Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees
     • Memorandum for Record (MFR)
     • Veterans: DD 214;
     • Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later
• How to Apply
  To apply for the Electronics Technician Trainee position, please click here.
  Agency contact information
  Amanda Darst
  Email
  
  Address
  Federal Bureau of Investigation
  935 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
  Washington, DC 20535
  US
  Next steps
  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.
• Fair and Transparent
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents
To apply to this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes:

1. Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates
2. A complete assessment questionnaire
3. Other supporting documents (if applicable):
   • College transcripts, if qualifying based on education
   • Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50; not applicable to current FBI employees.
   • Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees
   • Memorandum for Record (MFR)
   • Veterans: DD 214;
   • Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later

How to Apply
To apply for the Electronics Technician Trainee position, please click here.
Agency contact information
Amanda Darst
Email

Address
Federal Bureau of Investigation
935 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20535
US
Next steps
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.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request