Senior Law Enforcement Advisor
Overview
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Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL), is seeking a Senior Law Enforcement Advisor (SLEA) for a Personal Services Contract (PSC) position in Yerevan, Armenia. This role involves assisting the INL Director in developing and implementing law enforcement assistance programs. The position offers a salary equivalent to FS-02 ($102,409-$150,391). The contract has a base period of twelve (12) months with four (4) optional one-year extensions. Applications are due by June 3, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The SLEA will provide strategic planning, development, and oversight for INL Armenia's Law Enforcement Development program. Key responsibilities include assessing host country law enforcement needs, managing USG-sponsored projects, coordinating with international donors, organizing and leading trainings, building contacts within the law enforcement sector, and advising on institutional reforms. The SLEA will also manage law enforcement-related procurements and may act as INL Director during absences, overseeing program management and financial operations.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Personal Services Contract (PSC)
- Period of Performance: 12 months base, with four 1-year options.
- Salary: FS-02 equivalent, $102,409 - $150,391 per annum.
- Benefits: Includes FICA/Medicare, health/life insurance contributions, pay comparability adjustment, annual leave, 401K, and Worker's Compensation.
- Allowances (if applicable): Temporary Quarters Subsistence, Housing, Post, Supplemental Post, Maintenance, Education, Educational Travel, Post Hardship Differential, Danger Pay, and shipment of household effects.
Eligibility & Requirements
Applicants must be U.S. citizens with the ability to obtain a Secret level security clearance. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree and 7 years of U.S. law enforcement experience, OR a Master's degree and 5 years of U.S. law enforcement experience. Specific experience requirements include 3 years in cross-border/transnational crime, 3 years in senior management roles with strategic planning, 7 years in program management, and 2 years in government procurement.
Required application materials:
- Form SF-171 (Completed and signed) - This form is critical for detailing qualifications, work experience, and background.
- Complete Resume: Must explicitly detail experience, dates, locations, hours, duties, and supervisor contacts.
- Evaluation Factor Document: Address each of the three factors (limited to 500 words per factor).
- Professional References: Three (3) current/previous supervisor contacts.
Evaluation Factors
Offerors will be rated based on:
- Factor 1 (25 points): Demonstrated subject matter expertise in law enforcement, including investigative techniques and international cooperation.
- Factor 2 (25 points): Program experience in assessing law enforcement agencies, designing interventions, and managing large-scale projects, with a preference for experience in post-Communist countries.
- Factor 3 (20 points): Management and communication experience, including advising officials and implementing leadership models.
- Interview Performance: 30 points.
- Professional Reference Checks: Pass/Fail. Total possible points: 100.
Submission
Proposals, not exceeding twenty (20) pages, must be emailed as one PDF attachment to INLPSCTeam@state.gov. Incomplete or late offers will not be considered. Questions should also be directed to the same email address.