Summary TTB's mission is steeped in America's history, from the time of the Whiskey Rebellion to the work of agents like Eliot Ness. We are a nationwide team dedicated to collect alcohol, tobacco, firearms, and ammunition excise taxes and ensure that alcohol beverages are labeled, advertised, and marketed by law. We rank among the top 15% of agency subcomponents in the 2024 Best Places to Work in the Federal Government. Responsibilities This position is located at Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB),Assistant Administrator - Field Operations - Trade Investigations Division. As a/an Market Compliance Specialist, you will: Serve as an expert planner, analyst, and assisting advisor to Trade Investigations Division (TID) and Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) management officials via the Market Compliance Office (MCO) on national programs that assess compliance with TTB administered laws and regulations in accordance with the legal or administrative positions set forth by the Bureau. Conduct complex analyses on issues related to product integrity or marketplace activities relating to the production, labeling, advertising, and marketing of all domestic and imported alcohol beverages; determines compliance with TTB's regulations and underlying statutes; and recommends and executes appropriate actions to correct or address violations. Negotiate effectively with TID management officials/supervisor to accept and implement recommendations, where the proposals involve substantial TTB resources, require extensive changes in established procedures, or conflicts with the desires of the TID or TTB organizational/managerial staffs. Develop new procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of programs and to ensure the optimal utilization of resources. Requirements Conditions of Employment The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service.. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your resume. Key Requirements: Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying. Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National Qualifications You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Specialized experience for the GS-13 is one year of experience at the GS-12 level or equivalent in other public or private sectors, that is directly related to the position, equipping the candidate with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience is defined as work experience: - Interpreting and explaining TTB laws and regulations; OR - Researching and analyzing compliance issues in a regulatory program area; OR - Applying laws, regulations, and policies to prepare correspondence, reports, proposals or operating procedures that address compliance issues related to labeling, formulation, product safety, or marketplace activities; OR - Making recommendations for program improvements to executives and management officials through written or oral presentations. In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the following time-in-grade requirement, if applicable: For the GS-13, you must have been at the GS-12 level for 52 weeks. TIME AFTER COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENT: Candidates who are current Federal employees serving on a non-temporary competitive appointment must have served at least three months in that appointment. Education Additional Information During the application process you will have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact on your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. This is a Non-bargaining unit position. We may offer opportunities for telework. We offer opportunities for flexible work schedules. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (CONTINUED): All newly appointed employees to the competitive (or excepted) service are subject to a probationary (or trial) period. During this time, your performance, conduct, and suitability for continued employment will be evaluated. You will not automatically convert to permanent status at the end of the probationary (or trial) period. Your supervisor must affirmatively determine that continued employment is in the best interest of the Federal service. If no certification is made before the probationary (or trial) period ends, your appointment will be terminated. You are encouraged to actively engage with your supervisor, seek feedback, and understand role expectations. Additional guidance and support will be provided during onboarding. Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required. Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel. File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on. Undergo an income tax verification. This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time. For more information about individual rights, Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights - FBI, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI, and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov).
