Who May Apply

Job Opening : 58201

Open to ALL U.S. Citizens

Opening Date:12/9/2024

Closing Date: 12/23/2024 11:59 p.m. (EST)

Questions regarding this opening should be directed to avaldez@fbi.gov .

Job Summary

Position: Electronics Surveillance (ELSUR) Operations Technician, GS 8/9

Division: San Antonio Field Office - McAllen Resident Agency

Location: McAllen, TX

Working Hours:

Monday - Friday

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret-SCI clearance
• Some travel may be required
• Selectee will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 annually
• Selectee will be required to complete form FD-887, Request for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)

• Provide advice and assistance regarding legal requirements, processing, documentation, evidence control, record keeping, and reporting of program operations.
• Obtain and process a variety of paperwork associated with the ELSUR program.
• Maintain ELSUR physical evidence and ensure chain-of-custody is preserved.
• Organize and maintain records and control systems (to include automated systems) for tracking, monitoring, and reporting on ELSUR activity.
• Transfer data from ELSUR devices to portable media.
• Maintain close working relationships with agents, support personnel, representatives from other agencies, and U.S. Attorneys.
• Research, analyze, and identify problem indicators and make recommendations regarding improvement of the ELSUR program.
• Performs a variety of analytical work in support of annual and adhoc ELSUR inventories, and all ELSUR program functions
• Provided assistance with equipment and resolution of technical problems

• Administrative/Organizational Policies and Procedures
• Flexibility/Adaptability
• Technology Application

• Maintained evidence while adhering to chain-of-custody procedures
• Processed forms, paperwork, and authorizations in accordance with regulations/policy
• Utilized automated systems to track, report, and monitor information
• Provided assistance with equipment and resolution of technical problems
• Provided advice on policies and procedures to internal and external contacts while maintaining effective working relationships
• Applied research/analytical skills in order to identify problem areas and make recommendations for program improvement

• Maintained evidence while adhering to chain-of-custody procedures
• Processed forms, paperwork, and authorizations in accordance with regulations/policies
• Utilized automated systems to track, report, and monitor information
• Applied research/analytical skills in order to identify problem areas and make recommendations for program management
• Provided advice on policies and procedures to internal and external contacts, while maintaining effective working relationships
• Conducted formal training events related to program requirements

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 or if there is a positive education requirement
• Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50; not applicable to current FBI employees
• Memorandum for Record (MFR), Please see Additional Information
• Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees
• Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later

• Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols. Positions with fitness for duty requirements or those that require international travel may require proof of certain vaccinations.
• The FBI is in the Executive Branch of the federal government. It is one of the components of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FBI is the principle investigative arm of the DOJ. All FBI positions are in the excepted service.
• 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.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens and consent to a complete background investigation, urinalysis, and polygraph. You must be suitable for Federal employment; as determined by a background investigation.
• Failure to provide necessary and relevant information required by this vacancy announcement may disqualify you from consideration. Additional information will not be requested if your application is incomplete. Your application will be evaluated solely on the basis of information you have submitted.
• Management may select any grade for which this position has been announced.
• Identification of promotion potential in this announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will depend upon administrative approval and the continuing need for an actual assignment and performance of higher-level duties.
• If you are hired, you will be required to serve a two-year probationary period. Probationary employees are precluded from being considered for all job opportunities until 12-months of their 24-month probationary period has concluded. Probationary Employees may be considered for competitive vacancies that are advertised within their respective division or field office after serving 90 days within the FBI.
• 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):