Special Investigative Services Technician (SIS Technician)

Special Investigative Services Technician

Summary: Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Responsibilities include serving as an assistant to the Special Investigative Agent (SIA)/Special Investigative Supervisor (SIS) and providing assistance during investigations, developing reports, preparing correspondence, maintaining evidence, and computer support.

Assists the SIA/SIS in conducting investigations of inmate violations of BOP prohibited acts of various severity levels, such as assaults, introduction of contraband or narcotics, possession of money or currency, communicating gang affiliation and/or participating in gang activities, and other prohibited activities. Investigations can range in length from several hours to weeks or months depending on severity. Along with all other correctional institution employees, the Special Investigative Services Technician is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements: Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship is Required. Career Transition Programs (CTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must meet CTAP eligibility criteria.

Qualifications: To be considered for the position, you must meet the following: Education: As a general rule, education is not creditable above GL-5 for most positions covered by this standard; however, graduate education may be credited in those few instances where the graduate education is directly related to the work of the position. OR Experience: You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level.

Specialized experience includes assisting in conducting investigations or investigative research, knowledge of investigative techniques, control of evidence and crime scene preservation, and knowledge and use of current telephone monitoring equipment, drug test kits, and all available media recording and playing devices.

Additional Information: Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a urinalysis, physical, and background investigation. All applicants are subject to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit checks. Successful completion of the "Introduction to Correctional Techniques," three-week training course at Glynco, Georgia is required. You may be required to provide proof of residence.