Telecommunications Specialist / Tactical Communicator (SkillBrid

Who May Apply

This posting is for active service members approved or in the approval process to participate in the DOD's SkillBridge Program who already possess an active Top-Secret Clearance. SkillBridge candidates are applying to a six-month internship functioning as a Telecommunications Specialist/Tactical Communicator.

Job Opening : 58800

Position: Telecommunications Specialist / Tactical Communicator

Division: Multiple Divisions

Location: Quantico, VA and Multiple Field Offices

Working Hours: 8:15 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Number of Positions Available: Unlimited Number of Vacancies

Duration: Six Month Internship with Consideration for Full-Time Employment

Please contact for any questions regarding this posting.

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As a Telecommunications Specialist you will:

• Ensure that communication data collected from electronic surveillance monitoring equipment is captured and downloaded into various computer systems for analysis, and disseminated for use as evidence.
• Serve as a liaison between various commercial service providers relating to overt and covert telecommunications installations.
• Configure, test, install and maintain telecommunications systems for the division.
• Review and process requests for telephone and data services used in connection with investigative and administrative operations.
• Perform data traffic analysis on cellular, and telephone usage to ensure consistency and identify discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records regarding existing configurations of data circuits.
• Keep abreast of changes in operations, services, features of communications systems and equipment, and technology within the telecommunications industry.
• Provide instructions to investigative personnel on the proper and safe operation of devices, answering any questions relative to the operational capabilities and limitations of the equipment and systems.
• Perform a variety of administrative duties to include inventory management, reports on system information, invoice processing and bill payment

For Quantico Applicants Only:

This position is a highly technical and specialized communications position responsible for dedicated communications support to the Render Safe Unit. The Render Safe Unit's operations are designed to locate, diagnose and subsequently disable or destroy improvised explosive devices, and weapons of mass destruction. The Render Safe Readiness Unit (RSRU) Selection will consist of a 5-day testing period conducted at Quantico, VA. During this Selection, each candidate will be extensively evaluated in a number of scored areas. The Selection process is designed to replicate conditions which have occurred during RSRU training and deployments. This is a comprehensive assessment to identify the most desirable candidates for hire based on technical and non-technical knowledge, skills and abilities as well as physical readiness for the mission. In addition to the core technical evaluations, practical problem solving testing and fitness evaluation on which all candidates will be evaluated, candidates will undergo skill-specific testing specifically related to communications systems supporting the counter-IED and WMD problem set. Skill-specific competencies, knowledge and trainability will be evaluated through scenario-based and written evaluations.

Only the most competitive candidates who achieve the highest scores in these areas will be retained. Candidates must achieve preferred or acceptable ratings in all assessed events. As a condition of the job offer, candidates who receive ANY unacceptable ratings during this assessment and those with the lowest scores will have their offer rescinded. A candidate who fails to pass the strength and mobility assessment, the swim test, or the interview panels may be removed from the selection process.

Major Duties (Quantico Only):

• Responds to actual and potential incidents.
• The incumbent works within a dynamic team environment to provide tactical and technical communications systems providing intra-team and national reach back communications capabilities.
• Under the guidance of senior technicians, maintains and tests specialized communications equipment to guarantee availability during a deployment. Regularly performs system and software updates to optimize performance and standardize capabilities across teams.
• Meets established proficiency standards and training requirements validated through technical and physical assessments.
• Maintains skillset for working in austere environments including hot or cold environments, working on ropes at heights, working in confined spaces, and operating in a maritime environment.
• Incumbent must be available to serve on a duty recall roster. While on recall status the incumbent must remain mission-ready for no-notice deployments at all times.
• Handles COMSEC items such as keying material, classified material and controlled cryptographic items in accordance with FBI security policies.
• Trains on and enforces proper protection practices, understands all FBI security regulations and reports any compromise or other security issue involving these materials.
• At the direction of senior technicians, researches and tests solutions to improve technical capabilities.
• Provides input and recommendations to senior personnel in the planning, design and development of communications systems to enhance deployment operations.

Physical Demands (Quantico Only)

• Work may require kneeling for extended periods of time while operating equipment.
• Potential for exposure to HAZMAT and/or Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) contaminated or otherwise physically hazardous locations.
• May require operating at extreme heights, lifting objects in excess of 50 pounds
• Must be capable of identifying speech and tones with both ears and have color vision.

Key Requirements for Internship

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must have an active Top-Secret Clearance
• Must be approved/ in the approval process to participate in the DOD's SkillBridge Program
• Some Travel required

How to Apply

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Required Documents

To apply to this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes:

Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates

A complete assessment questionnaire

Unofficial Proof in Process for DOD Approval

Other supporting documents (if applicable):

• 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

Documents that were uploaded one or more years ago will need to be uploaded again. Although an applicant may see these documents within their current profile, the HR Specialists may not have access to view them. All applicants are being asked to upload another copy (if applicable) to ensure the staffing units can review the complete application.

Mission Statement:

The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States.

All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies:

• Telecommunications
• Technology Awareness
• Collaboration
• Problem solving/Judgment
• Communication
• Public Safety and Security
• Equipment Maintenance
• Customer Service
• Flexibility / Adaptability

What to Expect Next

Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. Eligible candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. If selected, you will be considered for full-time employment during your internship.

Additional Information

• 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):

a. Percent of time worked in the particular position (cannot conflict with main duties)
b. The month/year work began
c. Frequency worked (i.e., daily, monthly, etc.)
d. Specific duties performed

Attach the Memorandum for Record to your application in the "Cover Letters and Attachments" section of My Career Tools on the Careers Home page. Please upload the attachment as type "Other."

Nepotism

Nepotism is the act of favoring relatives in the hiring process, and is prohibited by law. Public officials are prohibited from hiring or promoting relatives or relatives of officials in their chain of command, as well as actively or indirectly endorse a relative's appointment or promotion.

During the hiring process, all selected candidates and FBI hiring managers will be required to certify they are not related to anyone involved in the hiring process.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

The FBI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please notify the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Affairs (OEEOA) Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Program by either e-mail at REASONABLE_ACCOMMODA@fbi.gov, telephone at 202-324-2158, or FAX at 202-324-3976. Your request will receive an individualized assessment.

This e-mail address is only for reasonable accommodation requests. Please do not submit your application and/or any questions unrelated to reasonable accommodations. Should any applications be received, they will not be forwarded for consideration during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex, on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-m erit factors.