Must be swimming the Ohio river from Indiana

Or is there a detainment facility near by?


ENFORCEMENT AND REMOVAL ASSISTANT (OA)
Department Of Homeland Security 129 reviews - Louisville, KY
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Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS.

This is a key position within the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). ICE utilizes the government's second largest cadre of law enforcement officers to ensure our nation's economic, transportation and infrastructure security. ICE enforces immigration and customs laws and protects federal facilities. Our talented and courageous workforce identifies criminal activities and eliminates vulnerabilities that pose a threat to our nation's borders.

ICE is the primary investigative arm of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). With more than 19,000 employees in 400 offices around the world, ICE is a key component of the DHS layered defense approach to protecting our nation. For additional information about ICE and career opportunities go to http://www.ice.gov/

Who May Apply

All U.S. citizens

For definitions of terms found in this announcement, please click here Organizational Location : This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO), Chicago, IL City Field Office; duty location is Louisville, KY. 





Relocation Expenses : Relocation expenses will not be paid.

Note : One or more positions may be filled using this vacancy announcement.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

U.S. Citizenship

Ability to pass background investigation and drug screen for fed employment

Relevant Experience (see Qualifications and Evaluations Tab)

Complete Application Package (see How to Apply Tab)

Males born after 12/31/59 must certify registration with Selective Service

DUTIES:
As an Enforcement & Removal Assistant (OA) you will:
Research detainee history using multiple sources to establish identity/citizenship and manage detained and non-detained dockets;

Provide administrative support to managers, supervisors or staff members by assisting in the day to day management of the office’s activities;

Summarize and tabulate detainee information from various reports, utilizing a variety of databases and automated systems;

Generate and verify detainer reports, encounters, charging documents, studies, data quality and create and revise spreadsheets, charts, graphs and presentations; and

Exercise quality control over bond paperwork.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
GS-5 : You qualify at the GS-5 level if you meet one of the following:

Experience : One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-4 level performing duties such as: performing a variety of recordkeeping, reporting, and informational duties; compiling, maintaining, and updating automated records; and responding to requests for procedural information.

Substitution of Education for Experience : You may substitute successful completion of a Bachelor's degree or a full 4-year course of study in any field leading to a Bachelor's degree for the experience required at the GS-5 grade level. This education must have been obtained in an accredited college or university. One year of full-time undergraduate study is defined as 30 semester or 45 quarter hours.

Combining Education and Experience : Appropriate combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience also may be used to meet the total qualification requirements for the GS-5 grade level.

GS-6 : You must meet the following to qualify at the GS-6 level:

Experience : One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 level performing duties such as: routine functions (e.g., booking and record searches) associated with processing those arrested or detained by law enforcement officials; examining legal documents for completeness and accuracy and then routing them appropriately; and, providing routine information on specific and clearly defined questions and issues regarding law enforcement policies, practices and procedures.

SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTORS : In addition to the above minimum qualification requirements, applicants must demonstrate in their application that they are:

Typing Certification : You must be able to type at least 40 words per minute. You can self-certify by submitting a statement that you can type this speed.

General Office Skills: Applicants must possess knowledge of general office automation software, practices, and procedures.

A Selective Placement Factor (SPF) is a special qualification requirement that is in addition to the minimum qualification requirements essential to successfully perform the duties of this job. SPF certification and skills must be documented in your application. Applicants who do not provide SPF certification and skills will not receive further consideration under this announcement.

Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification.

Requirements :
Requirements by Closing Date: Unless otherwise noted, you must meet all requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

Probationary Period: This is a full-time permanent position (Career/Career-Conditional appointment). Upon appointment to this position, you may be required to serve a one-year probationary period.

Proof of Education : If basing your qualifications on education, you must submit transcripts or list of college courses, with credit hours, major(s) and grade point average or class ranking. (Prior to appointment, an official college transcript will be required.) This education must be from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience, education and training will be rated using an Assessment Questionnaire. The questions are related to the following fundamental competencies (or Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities) needed to perform the duties of this job: Customer Service, Decision Making, Flexibility, Interpersonal Skills, Oral/Written Communication, Organizational Awareness, Planning and Evaluating, Problem Solving, Self-Direction, Teamwork, and Technical Competence.

Based on your responses, you will be placed in one of the following categories:

Best Qualified : Applicants possessing a background that demonstrates a superior level of all evaluation criteria.

Well Qualified : Applicants possessing a background that demonstrates a satisfactory level of the evaluation criteria.

Qualified : Applicants possessing the basic qualifications, with general knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Applicants in the best qualified category will be referred to the hiring manager and may be called for an interview.

ICTAP/CTAP Eligibles: If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not ICTAP/CTAP eligible. Information about ICTAP or CTAP eligibility is on the OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/ctap/index.asp . To be considered well qualified under ICTAP/CTAP you must be placed in the well qualified category for this position as described above .

Veterans: Veterans with 5-point preference who meet the eligibility and qualification requirements are placed above non-preference eligibles within the category in which they are qualified. Veterans who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10% are placed in the best qualified category above non-preference eligibles, except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-09 grade level or higher. This position is not considered scientific/professional. For more information regarding veterans' preference, please see: http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx .

BENEFITS:
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to www.dhs.gov/careers and select "benefits".

OTHER INFORMATION:
Promotion Potential : When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.