Technical Operations Officer - Technical and Sensitive Operations (TSO) West (Internal)

*PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT IS ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL, UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE, UNITED STATES POSTAL INSPECTION SERVICE AND POSTAL REGULATORY COMMISSION EMPLOYEES. OTHER APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.* Candidates will be evaluated on the skills that they possess that are directly related to the duties of the position and the experience, education and training that indicate the applicant's ability to acquire the particular knowledge and skills needed to perform the duties of the position. Only those candidates who meet all qualification and eligibility requirements and who submit the required information by 11:59 PM EST on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, will be considered.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be a current USPS-OIG, USPS, USPIS or PRC career employee. At least one year of qualifying electronic or technical surveillance work obtained within the preceding five years in a law enforcement agency, military, intelligence, defense/government contractor, or comparable professional investigative environment Have completed covert electronic surveillance installations independently. Prior or currently in an electronic surveillance position at a Law Enforcement Agency. Experience configuring, networking and troubleshooting electronic or IP devices. Briefed individuals on the use of electronic surveillance equipment. Must have received a " Meets Expectations" rating or equivalent, on the applicant's two most recent employment performance appraisals. Applicants MUST submit copies of their two most recent performance appraisals. If either of the two most recent performance appraisals is not available, the applicant MUST submit a written statement explaining the reason the appraisal is unavailable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work can be sedentary to demanding. Periodically required to perform work that requires regular and recurring periods of prolonged standing, bending, and stretching. Requires climbing ladders, lifting up to 50 pounds, crawling, working in cramped and dimly lit spaces, and running.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work may subject the employee to harsh environments such as extreme heat and cold. Also, the employee may be exposed to dirt, dust or other debris. Applicants that do not meet the eligibility requirements will not be considered.

EVALUATION FACTORS

Your resume MUST clearly demonstrate, how your experience, knowledge, and/or skills meet EACH evaluation factor. Your resume must contain sufficient detail for the evaluator to determine that you meet the requirement. Do not assume that your job title, position, or employer alone demonstrates that you meet an evaluation factor. Failure to demonstrate that you meet ALL of the evaluation factors will result in a score of zero (0), an ineligible status, and you will NOT be referred for further consideration. Include specific duties, responsibilities, and major accomplishments relevant to the position requirements in your resume. Knowledge of covert/overt electronic surveillance devices and how those devices are implemented in the field; knowledge pertains to video, audio, telephone intercept, tracking, and radio communication devices. Knowledge of federal rules of evidence and relevant constitutional and statutory laws as they relate to electronic surveillance. Ability to conduct site surveys and coordinate logistics to affect the best possible operational plan in respect to electronic surveillance installs. Demonstrate how to complete a complex electronic surveillance install. Ability to explain troubleshooting techniques on a variety of electronic surveillance systems. Ability to brief personnel and management both orally and in writing about electronic surveillance and radio communication. Failure to demonstrate that you meet all evaluation factor requirements will result in a score of zero (0). Upon receipt of a zero score, you will be deemed 'not minimally qualified,' and you will not be referred for further consideration. #J-18808-Ljbffr Usps Oig