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Threat Intake Examiner, GS-7/8 Full Performance Level GS-9

POSITION OVERVIEW This position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze. Current FBI employees are ineligible to apply if serving under the same conditions as that for which is advertised, including:

  • Appointing organization (FBI)
  • Type of position (full-time, part-time, etc.)
  • Same or higher grade
  • Duty location (city or state)
  • Type of appointment (permanent, temporary, etc.)

Job Opening: 67364 Opening Date: September, 01, 2026 Closing Date: September, 08, 2026 at 11:59 pm (ET) Division Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Unit National Threat Operations Center (NTOC) Location Clarksburg, WV Working Hours May vary based on the needs of the Division Job Type Full Time/Permanent Who May Apply All U.S. Citizens Number of Positions Available Multiple

Regarding the Threat Intake Examiner position:

  • The National Threat Operations Center (NTOC) operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and have a variety of day, mid-day, night, adjoining/odd hour, and weekend shifts. Newer employees typically start on a mid-day or night shift. Shifts periodically change to ensure the needs of the Bureau are met.
  • When the National Threat Operations Section (NTOS) experiences an extremely high volume of incoming checks, the Threat Intake Examiners are sometimes required to work a set number of mandatory overtime hours. Management attempts to provide as much notice as possible when overtime will be mandated.
  • All Threat Intake Examiners are considered essential employees. This means you could be expected to work holidays and weekends.
  • Additionally, this position is designated as "emergency". As an "emergency" employee, you may be expected to report to work during periods of adverse weather conditions or other types of emergency situations when it is announced that an "unscheduled leave policy" is in effect or that federal agencies are closed in your immediate vicinity.
  • This is NOT a telework position.
  • If selected for this position, relocation expenses will not be paid or reimbursed.

Additional selections may be made from this announcement to fill positions within the same division when the position includes substantially the same duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. UNIT DESCRIPTION NTOC operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, providing an around-the-clock mechanism for the FBI to receive potentially critical information, evaluate it, and take appropriate action. In threat-to-life situations, NTOC immediately coordinates with state and local law enforcement partners. In addition, NTOC examines and processes information provided by the public for FBI investigative and intelligence purposes and reports the information to the appropriate field office (FO). KEY REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance
  • Some travel may be required
  • As of May 2025, individuals are required to have a REAL ID compliant driver's license to access certain federal facilities. If afforded an interview, it will take place at a federal facility, and you MUST have a REAL ID.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is primarily sedentary, although some slight physical effort may be required. When in a crisis situation, the work can be very stressful and the incumbent may be required to work longer than an eight-hour shift. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions.

MAJOR DUTIES:

  • Receive, evaluate, and disseminate information pertaining to a variety of situations including criminal activity, potential and actual emergencies, and national security situations.
  • Provide support to FBI field offices as well as other government agencies by conducting database searches and evaluating information received telephonically and/or through electronic submissions from the general public.
  • Search defined sources such as FBI and open-source databases, social media platforms, and criminal records to evaluate and interpret the information to assist with various case work.
  • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and prepare reports related to terrorism, investment fraud, kidnapping, bomb threats, hijackings, school shootings, bank robberies, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EVALUATIONS Please ensure that your specialized experience and requirements are clearly identifiable in your resume. Your application will be evaluated using the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documents will be reviewed to verify that you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. If you are found minimally qualified, your application will move forward to additional phases of the review process. The competencies will be used in a Structured Resume Review to objectively evaluate applicant resumes. Do not provide a separate narrative written statement. Rather you must describe in your resume how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the competencies identified below. Your resume should demonstrate that you possess the following competencies:

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Research (Data)
  • Technology Application

Specialized Experience (SE) GS-7: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-6 level, as defined below:

  • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to resolve various situations.
  • Utilized automated systems to retrieve, enter, and modify data.
  • Assessed incoming inquiries and determined the appropriate course of action.

GS-8: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level, as defined below:

  • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to resolve various situations.
  • Received, evaluated, and disseminated information to the appropriate personnel.
  • Utilized investigative tools/databases to collect and evaluate data.
  • Prepared and issued official reports.

Education All degrees must be from an accredited college or university. Education may be substituted for specialized experience as follows: GS-7: Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement or one (1) full year of graduate level education. Superior academic achievement is the completion of all the requirements of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average of 3.0 or higher as recorded on an official transcript, or as based on courses completed during the final two years of the curriculum, or (3) honor society membership. GS-8: Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at this grade level. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements provided you can show foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States.

HOW TO APPLY For detailed instructions related to applying, uploading documents, withdrawing an application or updating your application, please review instructions on. If applying online is a hardship, please use the contact information listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS To apply to this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes:

  • Utilizing the Resume Builder, outline your relevant work experience and associated start and end dates. Uploaded resumes will not be reviewed or used for qualification purposes.
  • Other supporting documents (if applicable):
    • College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement
    • Former civilian Federal employees must submit a copy of your MOST RECENT SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your tenure, grade and step, salary, and type of position occupied (i.e., Excepted or Competitive); or similar Notification of Personnel Action documentation, i.e., Transcript of Service, Form 1150, etc. This is a requirement to verify your Time in Grade (TIG). Actions such as promotion, within grade increase, or reassignment actions must be submitted as your most recent SF 50.
    • Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later

While applicants might see these documents in their profile, HR Specialists may be unable to access them. Therefore, all applicants MUST upload another copy to ensure that staffing units can review the complete application. Please note: Failure to provide the necessary and relevant information required by this vacancy announcement may disqualify you from consideration. In

Job Description

Threat Intake Examiner, GS-7/8 Full Performance Level GS-9

POSITION OVERVIEW This position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze. Current FBI employees are ineligible to apply if serving under the same conditions as that for which is advertised, including:

  • Appointing organization (FBI)
  • Type of position (full-time, part-time, etc.)
  • Same or higher grade
  • Duty location (city or state)
  • Type of appointment (permanent, temporary, etc.)

Job Opening: 67364 Opening Date: September, 01, 2026 Closing Date: September, 08, 2026 at 11:59 pm (ET) Division Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Unit National Threat Operations Center (NTOC) Location Clarksburg, WV Working Hours May vary based on the needs of the Division Job Type Full Time/Permanent Who May Apply All U.S. Citizens Number of Positions Available Multiple

Regarding the Threat Intake Examiner position:

  • The National Threat Operations Center (NTOC) operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and have a variety of day, mid-day, night, adjoining/odd hour, and weekend shifts. Newer employees typically start on a mid-day or night shift. Shifts periodically change to ensure the needs of the Bureau are met.
  • When the National Threat Operations Section (NTOS) experiences an extremely high volume of incoming checks, the Threat Intake Examiners are sometimes required to work a set number of mandatory overtime hours. Management attempts to provide as much notice as possible when overtime will be mandated.
  • All Threat Intake Examiners are considered essential employees. This means you could be expected to work holidays and weekends.
  • Additionally, this position is designated as "emergency". As an "emergency" employee, you may be expected to report to work during periods of adverse weather conditions or other types of emergency situations when it is announced that an "unscheduled leave policy" is in effect or that federal agencies are closed in your immediate vicinity.
  • This is NOT a telework position.
  • If selected for this position, relocation expenses will not be paid or reimbursed.

Additional selections may be made from this announcement to fill positions within the same division when the position includes substantially the same duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. UNIT DESCRIPTION NTOC operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, providing an around-the-clock mechanism for the FBI to receive potentially critical information, evaluate it, and take appropriate action. In threat-to-life situations, NTOC immediately coordinates with state and local law enforcement partners. In addition, NTOC examines and processes information provided by the public for FBI investigative and intelligence purposes and reports the information to the appropriate field office (FO). KEY REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance
  • Some travel may be required
  • As of May 2025, individuals are required to have a REAL ID compliant driver's license to access certain federal facilities. If afforded an interview, it will take place at a federal facility, and you MUST have a REAL ID.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The work is primarily sedentary, although some slight physical effort may be required. When in a crisis situation, the work can be very stressful and the incumbent may be required to work longer than an eight-hour shift. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions.

MAJOR DUTIES:

  • Receive, evaluate, and disseminate information pertaining to a variety of situations including criminal activity, potential and actual emergencies, and national security situations.
  • Provide support to FBI field offices as well as other government agencies by conducting database searches and evaluating information received telephonically and/or through electronic submissions from the general public.
  • Search defined sources such as FBI and open-source databases, social media platforms, and criminal records to evaluate and interpret the information to assist with various case work.
  • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and prepare reports related to terrorism, investment fraud, kidnapping, bomb threats, hijackings, school shootings, bank robberies, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EVALUATIONS Please ensure that your specialized experience and requirements are clearly identifiable in your resume. Your application will be evaluated using the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documents will be reviewed to verify that you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. If you are found minimally qualified, your application will move forward to additional phases of the review process. The competencies will be used in a Structured Resume Review to objectively evaluate applicant resumes. Do not provide a separate narrative written statement. Rather you must describe in your resume how your past work experience demonstrates that you possess the competencies identified below. Your resume should demonstrate that you possess the following competencies:

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Research (Data)
  • Technology Application

Specialized Experience (SE) GS-7: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-6 level, as defined below:

  • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to resolve various situations.
  • Utilized automated systems to retrieve, enter, and modify data.
  • Assessed incoming inquiries and determined the appropriate course of action.

GS-8: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-7 level, as defined below:

  • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to resolve various situations.
  • Received, evaluated, and disseminated information to the appropriate personnel.
  • Utilized investigative tools/databases to collect and evaluate data.
  • Prepared and issued official reports.

Education All degrees must be from an accredited college or university. Education may be substituted for specialized experience as follows: GS-7: Applicant must have a bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement or one (1) full year of graduate level education. Superior academic achievement is the completion of all the requirements of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average of 3.0 or higher as recorded on an official transcript, or as based on courses completed during the final two years of the curriculum, or (3) honor society membership. GS-8: Education may not be substituted for specialized experience at this grade level. Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements provided you can show foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States.

HOW TO APPLY For detailed instructions related to applying, uploading documents, withdrawing an application or updating your application, please review instructions on. If applying online is a hardship, please use the contact information listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS To apply to this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes:

  • Utilizing the Resume Builder, outline your relevant work experience and associated start and end dates. Uploaded resumes will not be reviewed or used for qualification purposes.
  • Other supporting documents (if applicable):
    • College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement
    • Former civilian Federal employees must submit a copy of your MOST RECENT SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your tenure, grade and step, salary, and type of position occupied (i.e., Excepted or Competitive); or similar Notification of Personnel Action documentation, i.e., Transcript of Service, Form 1150, etc. This is a requirement to verify your Time in Grade (TIG). Actions such as promotion, within grade increase, or reassignment actions must be submitted as your most recent SF 50.
    • Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later

While applicants might see these documents in their profile, HR Specialists may be unable to access them. Therefore, all applicants MUST upload another copy to ensure that staffing units can review the complete application. Please note: Failure to provide the necessary and relevant information required by this vacancy announcement may disqualify you from consideration. In

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