Summary This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), United States Coast Guard (USCG), Vice Commandant, Judge Advocate Office, Office of the Chief Prosecutor, Charleston, SC. Responsibilities The incumbent is responsible for conducting necessary forensic psychological assessments arising during the investigation and prosecution of U.S. Coast Guard courts-martial and providing relevant consultative and testimonial assistance to OCP prosecutors (trial counsel) throughout all stages of criminal investigations and any resultant litigation.Being a CG civilian makes you a valuable member of the CG team. Typical work assignments include: Conducting thorough reviews of criminal investigative materials and applying sound forensic psychological principles to provide relevant assessments of issues common to the prosecution of victim-centric offenses. Providing confidential forensic consultation regarding issues common to the prosecution of victim-centric offenses. Providing clinical psychological services to active-duty Coast Guard service member, and Department of Defense service members confined onboard NAVCON Brig Charleston with the approval of the OCP and NAVCON Brig Charleston. Providing formal and informal training on relevant issues in the field of forensic psychology to OCP prosecutors and staff, CGIS investigators, and other Coast Guard military justice stakeholders. Preparing reports which detail the findings in support of any opinions rendered in conjunction with the investigation or prosecution of OCP criminal cases, as requested. Researching, locating, and obtaining relevant professional literature covering issues common to the prosecution of victim-centric offenses. Creating and providing relevant affidavits in support of pre-trial litigation efforts when requested by OCP prosecutors. Conveying the results of psychological assessments or forensic opinions, and the bases thereof, to the various participants in federal or military courts and testifying to those results in court. Requirements Conditions of Employment All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Key Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. See www.sss.gov A one-year probationary period may be required. Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation. The time-in-grade requirement must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualifications BASIC REQUIREMENT: Satisfactory completion of all the requirements for the doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology is required. NOTE: Unofficial transcripts must be submitted with your application. *You will NOT be considered for this position if you do not submit the requisite transcripts. AND In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: To qualify for the GS-15 level, candidates must have at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 or higher level in the Federal, State, or Local government or equivalent public or private sector experience. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Specialized experience for this position must include: Counseling victims and/or conducting forensic psychological assessments and relevant analysis in special victim criminal cases (e.g., sexual assault, domestic violence, and child abuse); OR Providing expert authoritative professional psychological services to a criminal investigation or prosecution; AND Providing expert consultation for prosecutors and law enforcement in the field of forensic psychology, specifically victim-centered issues; AND Researches, writes, and assesses relevant topics in the field of forensic psychology. Education This position does have a positive education requirement. If you are including education on your resume, report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. See Required Documents section for detail. Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet Federal qualification requirements if you can show that your foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence with your application. See Recognition of Foreign Qualifications click here Additional Information Any Offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Personnel Management guidance and U.S. Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change. Due Weight Due weight will be given to performance appraisals and incentive awards in merit promotion selection decisions in accordance with 5 CFR 335.103(b)(3). E-Verify DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. Fair Chance Act The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to cherelle.b.brown@uscg.mil. Suitability Statement If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment. Shared Certificates Statement Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions. Special Employment Consideration 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 defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement. Recruitment incentives may be authorized. If you need a reasonable accommodation for the application and hiring process, please contact cherelle.b.brown@uscg.mil. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Visit Reasonable Accommodation