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Requirements You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this positionYou must successfully pass a background investigationYou must be able to obtain a Secret security clearanceYou will be required to undergo periodic drug testingFinancial disclosure is requiredSelective Service registration requiredCompletion of one year probationary period may be requiredQualifications You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. If you are a current federal employee, you must meet all time-in-grade and time-after competitive appointment qualifications by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. To make an accurate determination, you will need to include on your resume your federal position title, pay plan, occupational series, grade level, agency, dates for which you held the grade level (stated as MM/YYYY to MM/YYYY, OR MM/YYYY to PRESENT), and total hours worked per week. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social).
You Qualify For The GS-13 Grade Level If You Possess One Year (52 Weeks) Of Specialized Experience At The GS-12 Grade Level In The Federal Service Which Has Given You The Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities To Successfully Perform The Duties Of The GS-13. Specialized Experience At This Level May Include:
Providing guidance on analyzing complex requests for the release of records under the FOIA, to determine the appropriate disposition.Developing agency policy and procedures regarding the administration of FOIA and Privacy Act.Planning and conducting training sessions for agency staff, contractors, detailees, and consultants.Analyzing FOIA/PA processes to determine pinch points, as well as preparing, presenting on, and implementing improvements.You Qualify For The GS-14 Grade Level If You Possess One Year (52 Weeks) Of Specialized Experience At The GS-13 Grade Level In The Federal Service Which Has Given You The Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities To Successfully Perform The Duties Of The GS-14. Specialized Experience At This Level May Include:
Analyzing complex requests for the release of records under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA);Researching and analyzing requests for disclosure of information from individuals, and public or private entities;Developing policies and procedures with regard to the administration of FOIA and Privacy Act;Planning and conducting training sessions for support staff (i.e. contractors, detailees, and consultants supporting the agency);Performing second-line reviews of processed FOIA requests;Providing technical assistance in the FOIA to other DHS OIG Government Information Specialists, contractors, and agency personnel;Performing oversight and management of the administrative process in FOIA litigation.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
The qualification requirements listed above must be met by the closing date 09/19/2024 of this announcement. Current federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade level or equivalent grade band in the federal service. The time-in-grade requirement must be met by the closing date 09/19/2024 of this announcement.
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities.
If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.
Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation for Secret clearance as a condition of placement into this position.
DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.
Additional identical positions may be filled from this announcement at a later date.
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