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

About the role

*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 Friday, June 5, 2026, will be considered. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS You must meet ALL of the minimum qualifications listed below. Must be a current USPS-OIG, USPS, USPIS or PRC career employee. At least 1 year of current work experience in technical surveillance in a law enforcement agency. 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 met expectations rating on your previous two performance appraisals (Fiscal Years 2024 and 2025). If a performance appraisal is not available, you must submit a written statement stating the reason (You must submit a copy of your latest two performance appraisals). 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 You must have the experience, knowledge and skills as listed in EACH of the evaluation factors. Failure to demonstrate that you meet all of the evaluation factor requirements as listed below will result in a score of zero (0); an ineligible status, and you will not be referred for further consideration. Include your 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.