Training Specialist; DHS Career Expo-JAX

Duties

Serving as a Training Specialist (DHS Career Expo-JAX) GS-1712-13 makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) team and mission. This position is located in the Office of the Associate Director for Training Ops (TOPS), Training Management Operations Directorate (TMO), eLearning and Training Analytics Division (ETA), eLearning and Evaluaion Branch (EEB).

The primary purpose of this position is to proactively lead support in the design, development and implementation of program administration, technical guidance, and training delivery for the FLETC Center Basic, Center Integrated Basic, Center Advanced, In-Service Training Support, Non-Law Enforcement and Agency Specific Basic and Advanced Programs.

• Administering and supporting online training programs, including serving as a Learning Management Systems (LMS) Administrator.
• Providing technical guidance and assistance to staff, partner organizations, contractors, students, and management regarding online training systems and activities.
• Delivering training and technical assistance to instructors, students, and partner organizations.
• Advising on topical issues impacting online training program development and resource allocation.
• Collaborating with instructional system specialists, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure program continuity and effectiveness.

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You must successfully pass a background investigation.
• You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state issued driver's license to conduct official government business.
• Bargaining Unit:
  This is a bargaining unit covered position, represented under the National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU).
• This position is eligible for telework based on agency policy.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret (2N – Non-Critical Sensitive, Moderate Risk) security clearance.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Overtime may be required.
• Weekends and federal holidays may be required.
• This position is Emergency Essential required to sustain operations under all conditions.

A resume must be no more than two pages. If an applicant's resume exceeds two pages, the USAJOBS database will not allow the application to be submitted.

You qualify for the GS-13 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the federal service, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing the following duties:

• Leading the design, development, and implementation of law enforcement training programs, including online, in-residence, and blended learning environments.
• Administering and supporting learning management systems (LMS), including serving as LMS Administrator, reviewing and evaluating online training courses, and recommending improvements to instructional methods and functionalities.
• Providing technical guidance and assistance regarding online training issues, systems, and activities; troubleshooting technical and instructional issues; and developing and maintaining online training program projects.
• Participating in curriculum review meetings and integrated project teams to support the development and administration of training programs.

Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level.

All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) 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.

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.

If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not ICTAP eligible.

The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as…