ATF · 6 hours ago
Supervisory Physical Scientist (Firearms) - Direct Hire (Open Continuous Announcement)
Wichita, KS
Part-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
1+ years expATF is responsible for combatting violent crime and is seeking a Supervisory Physical Scientist (Firearms) to lead a laboratory section. The role involves planning, directing, and evaluating the effectiveness of the section, supervising scientific and technical professionals, and ensuring adherence to quality assurance procedures for firearm examinations.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Establishes general work goals, makes special work assignments, and reviews work completed by employees
Leads, manages, and directs the goals and objectives of supervised staff members
Provides good communications to establish and maintain effective work relationships with staff and with management within and outside the Bureau
Functions as the first level supervisor for employees and provides scientific, technical, and administrative oversight
Ensures the Section follows the quality assurance procedures for firearm and toolmark examinations in the ATF Laboratory system in accordance with accepted laboratory standards
Qualification
Required
Must be U.S. Citizen or National
May be required to serve a one-year probationary period
Pass drug screening and subject to random drug test
Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation
Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics
Combination of education and experience -- education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education
To qualify for this position at the GS-14 grade level, candidates must also have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-13) by the closing date of this announcement
Mentoring forensic examiners or leading project teams
Conducting complex examinations of firearm/toolmark evidence
Performing comparative testing of firearm/toolmark evidence to determine if they share a common origin
Communicating orally and in writing to clearly and concisely convey the results and concepts of forensic firearm/toolmark examinations
Preferred
Experience as a qualified forensic firearm examiner in an accredited crime laboratory
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Company
ATF
ATF is a unique law enforcement agency in the United State Department of Justice that protects our communities from violent criminals.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Franco Frande
Assistant Director (Management)/CFO
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