Assistant Director Field Operations (Trade)
Joining the Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations will allow you to use your expertise in detecting and preventing terrorists and instruments of terror from entering the U.S. This position starts at a salary of $141,202.00 (GS-15, Step 1) to $170,800.00 (GS-15, Step 10) with promotion potential to $170,800.00 (GS-15 Step 10). Apply for this exciting opportunity to strengthen Homeland Security by enforcing laws and regulations related to detection, interdiction, and apprehension of persons or contraband. In this Assistant Director, Field Operations position you will become a key team member of Homeland Security professionals detecting and preventing terrorists and instruments of terror from entering the U.S. Typical work assignments include:
Overseeing the Trade process associated with the importation and exportation of merchandise into the United States Managing and directing regulatory requirements of trade laws and legislation Directing Agriculture operations to include interceptions, clearance, enforcement, and risk assessment Providing guidance on enforcement and tactics to sustain a secure import process Evaluating employee performance; identifying developmental training needs for staff
Experience:
You qualify for the GS-15 grade level if you possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as:
Supervising, managing, or directing operational programs and their appropriate support functions and directing local policy and program initiatives. Managing and directing the regulatory requirements of the multitude of existing trade laws and legislation such as the Tariff Act of 1930 and a numerous Free Trade Agreements such as the North American Free Trade Agreement. Ensuring the full and proper use of all available automated systems including the Advanced Targeting Systems (ATS), Automated Commercial Environment (ACE), and Agricultural Quarantine Activity System (AQAS) for agriculture inspections and enforcement actions. Maintaining effective, productive, and collaborative relationships with other Federal, state, and local law enforcement officials as well as with external trade and industry groups representing a broad range of stakeholders. Managing post incident resumption of Trade in case of a natural or man-made disaster that disrupts business or closes a port. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must:
Meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process; and Meet all applicable Time in Grade requirements (current federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent grade band in the federal service) by 01/24/2020. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Background Investigation:
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency that requires all applicants to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to employment in order to promote the agency's core values of vigilance, service to country, and integrity. During the screening and/or background investigation process, you will be asked questions regarding any felony criminal convictions or current felony charges, the use of illegal drugs (e.g., marijuana, cocaine, heroin, LSD, methamphetamines, ecstasy), and the use of non-prescribed controlled substances including any experimentation, possession, sale, receipt, manufacture, cultivation, production, transfer, shipping, trafficking, or distribution of controlled substances. For more information visit this link. Residency:
There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by CBP. Individuals are required to have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates (as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. If you do not meet the residency requirement and you have been physically located in a foreign location for more than two of the last five years, you may request an exception to determine if you are eligible for a residency wavier by meeting one or more of the following conditions:
Working for the U.S. Government as a federal civilian or as a member of the military A dependent who was authorized to accompany a federal civilian or member of the military who was working for the U.S. government Participation in a study abroad program sponsored by a U.S. affiliated college or university Working as a contractor, intern, consultant or volunteer supporting the U.S. government Probationary Period:
All employees new to the federal government must serve a one year probationary period during the first year of his/her initial permanent federal appointment to determine fitness for continued employment. Current and former federal employees may be required to serve or complete a probationary period. Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) Eligibles:
If you have never worked for the Federal Government, you are not CTAP eligible. Information about CTAP eligibility can be found here. You must submit the supporting documents listed in the Required Documents section of this announcement. In addition, to be considered well qualified under CTAP, you must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities and/or competencies clearly exceeding the minimum requirements of the position. This will be measured by a score of 85 or higher.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Overseeing the Trade process associated with the importation and exportation of merchandise into the United States Managing and directing regulatory requirements of trade laws and legislation Directing Agriculture operations to include interceptions, clearance, enforcement, and risk assessment Providing guidance on enforcement and tactics to sustain a secure import process Evaluating employee performance; identifying developmental training needs for staff
Experience:
You qualify for the GS-15 grade level if you possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, performing duties such as:
Supervising, managing, or directing operational programs and their appropriate support functions and directing local policy and program initiatives. Managing and directing the regulatory requirements of the multitude of existing trade laws and legislation such as the Tariff Act of 1930 and a numerous Free Trade Agreements such as the North American Free Trade Agreement. Ensuring the full and proper use of all available automated systems including the Advanced Targeting Systems (ATS), Automated Commercial Environment (ACE), and Agricultural Quarantine Activity System (AQAS) for agriculture inspections and enforcement actions. Maintaining effective, productive, and collaborative relationships with other Federal, state, and local law enforcement officials as well as with external trade and industry groups representing a broad range of stakeholders. Managing post incident resumption of Trade in case of a natural or man-made disaster that disrupts business or closes a port. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must:
Meet all qualification requirements, including education if applicable to this position, subject to verification at any stage of the application process; and Meet all applicable Time in Grade requirements (current federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade or equivalent grade band in the federal service) by 01/24/2020. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Background Investigation:
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency that requires all applicants to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to employment in order to promote the agency's core values of vigilance, service to country, and integrity. During the screening and/or background investigation process, you will be asked questions regarding any felony criminal convictions or current felony charges, the use of illegal drugs (e.g., marijuana, cocaine, heroin, LSD, methamphetamines, ecstasy), and the use of non-prescribed controlled substances including any experimentation, possession, sale, receipt, manufacture, cultivation, production, transfer, shipping, trafficking, or distribution of controlled substances. For more information visit this link. Residency:
There is a residency requirement for all applicants not currently employed by CBP. Individuals are required to have physically resided in the United States or its protectorates (as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years. If you do not meet the residency requirement and you have been physically located in a foreign location for more than two of the last five years, you may request an exception to determine if you are eligible for a residency wavier by meeting one or more of the following conditions:
Working for the U.S. Government as a federal civilian or as a member of the military A dependent who was authorized to accompany a federal civilian or member of the military who was working for the U.S. government Participation in a study abroad program sponsored by a U.S. affiliated college or university Working as a contractor, intern, consultant or volunteer supporting the U.S. government Probationary Period:
All employees new to the federal government must serve a one year probationary period during the first year of his/her initial permanent federal appointment to determine fitness for continued employment. Current and former federal employees may be required to serve or complete a probationary period. Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) Eligibles:
If you have never worked for the Federal Government, you are not CTAP eligible. Information about CTAP eligibility can be found here. You must submit the supporting documents listed in the Required Documents section of this announcement. In addition, to be considered well qualified under CTAP, you must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities and/or competencies clearly exceeding the minimum requirements of the position. This will be measured by a score of 85 or higher.
- Department:
1801 General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, And Compliance Series - Salary Range:
$141,202 to $170,800 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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