Supervisory Government Information Specialist (Oversight)
Company Name:
Department Of Homeland Security
Permanent Full Time Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS.
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a key advisor, Senior Director, Privacy Oversight to the Chief Privacy Officer/Freedom of Information Act Officer, Deputy Chief Privacy Officer, and other Department of Homeland (DHS) officials on privacy oversight matters, in which you will conduct robust oversight for the Department's implementation of privacy protection in all DHS activities. The work of this position will require you to lead a multi-faceted approach to privacy oversight that includes: conducting Privacy Compliance Reviews of privacy-sensitive DHS systems, programs, and initiatives; managing the Department's privacy incident response process; addressing privacy complaints; and conducting privacy investigations.
This position is located in the Office of the Secretary and Executive Management, Privacy Office (PRIV), Department of Homeland Security (DHS); Washington, D.C.
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position. You must be able to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance. You may be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
Major Duties include, but are not limited to:
Serving as a technical and subject matter expert on a wide variety of privacy management functions in order to give authoritative advice and guidance to the Chief Privacy Officer, Deputy Chief Privacy Officer, and other Senior DHS Officials regarding the privacy implications of DHS programs and policies, including on extremely involved, unique, controversial, and often highly-sensitive privacy issues and matters regarding privacy oversight at the Department.
Represent the Chief Privacy Officer and Deputy Chief Privacy Officer at high-level meetings and ascertain issues and concerns of stakeholders to build support for privacy oversight policy proposals.
Give presentations and recommendations on legislation as well as the evaluation of the content and intent of new legislation for the projected impact on DHS's privacy oversight programs.
Coordinate DHS efforts to ensure that privacy complaints are processed efficiently, redress is provided as appropriate, and efficiencies in processing are remedied.
Supervise, plan, direct, coordinate, lead, counsel, and evaluate subordinate staff performance.
Your resume must demonstrate meeting the following specialized experience description in its entirety: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the federal Government (can be obtained in the public or private sector); conducting ALL of the following: 1) providing guidance and support on the direct oversight of how a Department or agency oversees and complies with Federal privacy law, privacy policy, and standards, including the Privacy Act of 1974, the E-Government Act of 2002, the Federal Information Security and Management Act, and applicable NIST standards; 2) assessing previous privacy impact assessments or privacy compliance reviews of an agency's systems, programs, and initiatives; 3) conducting investigations of alleged non-compliance with privacy policies and requirements; 4) managing an agency's privacy incident response process; and 5) addressing privacy complaints orally and in writing. NOTE: Your resume must show where, when and how you performed these duties.
The qualification requirement must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
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.
Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires each and every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation for TOP SECRET/SCI clearance as a condition of placement in this SPECIAL SENSITIVE position. This review includes financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.
We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, we will use a job questionnaire to place you in one of the three categories based on your experience, education and training. The knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform this job are:
1. Ability to Supervise
2. Skill in directing a Department or agency's privacy incident response process
3. Skill in leading a Department or agency's oversight of compliance with Federal privacy law and privacy policy and standards
4. Oral Communication
5. Written Communication
If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following categories:
Best Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that demonstrates a superior level of all evaluation criteria.
Well-Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that demonstrates a satisfactory level of the evaluation criteria.
Qualified: Applicants possessing the basic qualifications, with general knowledge, skills, and abilities.
If you are best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. To preview the job questionnaire, click here View Assessment Questions.
Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the Federal government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible. Information about ICTAP or CTAP eligibility can be found by clicking here to access OPM's Career Transition Resources website. To be considered well qualified under CTAP/ ICTAP, you must be placed in the well qualified category for this position, as described above. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement.
Veterans: Veterans with 5-point preference who meet the eligibility and qualification requirements are placed above non-preference eligibles within the category in which they qualify. Veterans who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10% are listed in the best qualified category, except when the position being filled is scientific, professional at the GS-09 grade level, or higher. For information on veterans' preference, please click here.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, , select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
All applicants are _ required _ to submit the following supporting document type(s):
Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
DD-214
Other (I-CTAP Documentation)
Other Veterans Document
SF-15
Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents:
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
NOTE: If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page and provide the required information. The Vacancy ID is 1199856.
2. Fax your documents to .
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your materials. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 to receive consideration. Keep a copy of your fax confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire.
2. Print the 1203FX form, follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire items .
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to . Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
Once you submit your application, we will assess your experience and training, identify the best qualified applicants, and refer those applications to the hiring manager for further consideration and interviews. We will notify you by email after each of these steps has been completed. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status, log on to your USAJOBS account, click on Application Status, and then click More Information. We expect to make a final job offer within 60 days after the deadline for applications. If you are selected, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
For more information on applying for Federal employment, please click here
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. For more information, go to .
Promotion Potential: This position is being filled at the full performance level.GS-15 .
Selectee may be required to serve a one-year supervisory probationary period.
Selectee will be required to complete an OGE 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Form.
On November 21, 2011, President Obama signed the VOW (Veterans Opportunity to Work) to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 (Public Law 112-56). The VOW Act amended chapter 21 of title 5, United States Code (U.S.C.) by adding section 2108a, Treatment of certain individuals as veterans, disabled veterans, and preference eligibles.
This job opportunity announcement (JOA) include Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 (Public Law 112-56). Active duty service members who have begun their civilian job search prior to discharge or release from active duty will know how their application will be considered.
a. Applicants who are active duty service members and apply for federal employment shall be conserved for competitive service positions and granted tentative veteran's preference status when they submit a certification, in lieu of a DD-214, when applying to a federal job.
b. A certification is any written document from the armed forces that certifies that the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days from the date of certification is signed.
Veterans, and people with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference plus the additional proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference see .
If you are a person with disabilities see , you may qualify for a Schedule A appointment (a special authority used to hire people with mental retardation, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities who have documentation from a licensed medical professional or other entity (such as rehab counselor)? If you qualify for Schedule A, you must submit appropriate documentation. For more information to determine your eligibility or to understand the documentation that would be required with your application, you may click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.
Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service ( /).
All applicants tentatively selected for employment at DHS Headquarters may be required to submit to a drug test to screen for illegal use of drugs prior to receiving a final offer of employment. A final offer of employment is contingent upon a negative drug test result. Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Department Of Homeland Security
Permanent Full Time Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS.
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a key advisor, Senior Director, Privacy Oversight to the Chief Privacy Officer/Freedom of Information Act Officer, Deputy Chief Privacy Officer, and other Department of Homeland (DHS) officials on privacy oversight matters, in which you will conduct robust oversight for the Department's implementation of privacy protection in all DHS activities. The work of this position will require you to lead a multi-faceted approach to privacy oversight that includes: conducting Privacy Compliance Reviews of privacy-sensitive DHS systems, programs, and initiatives; managing the Department's privacy incident response process; addressing privacy complaints; and conducting privacy investigations.
This position is located in the Office of the Secretary and Executive Management, Privacy Office (PRIV), Department of Homeland Security (DHS); Washington, D.C.
You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position. You must be able to obtain/maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance. You may be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
Major Duties include, but are not limited to:
Serving as a technical and subject matter expert on a wide variety of privacy management functions in order to give authoritative advice and guidance to the Chief Privacy Officer, Deputy Chief Privacy Officer, and other Senior DHS Officials regarding the privacy implications of DHS programs and policies, including on extremely involved, unique, controversial, and often highly-sensitive privacy issues and matters regarding privacy oversight at the Department.
Represent the Chief Privacy Officer and Deputy Chief Privacy Officer at high-level meetings and ascertain issues and concerns of stakeholders to build support for privacy oversight policy proposals.
Give presentations and recommendations on legislation as well as the evaluation of the content and intent of new legislation for the projected impact on DHS's privacy oversight programs.
Coordinate DHS efforts to ensure that privacy complaints are processed efficiently, redress is provided as appropriate, and efficiencies in processing are remedied.
Supervise, plan, direct, coordinate, lead, counsel, and evaluate subordinate staff performance.
Your resume must demonstrate meeting the following specialized experience description in its entirety: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the federal Government (can be obtained in the public or private sector); conducting ALL of the following: 1) providing guidance and support on the direct oversight of how a Department or agency oversees and complies with Federal privacy law, privacy policy, and standards, including the Privacy Act of 1974, the E-Government Act of 2002, the Federal Information Security and Management Act, and applicable NIST standards; 2) assessing previous privacy impact assessments or privacy compliance reviews of an agency's systems, programs, and initiatives; 3) conducting investigations of alleged non-compliance with privacy policies and requirements; 4) managing an agency's privacy incident response process; and 5) addressing privacy complaints orally and in writing. NOTE: Your resume must show where, when and how you performed these duties.
The qualification requirement must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
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.
Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires each and every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation for TOP SECRET/SCI clearance as a condition of placement in this SPECIAL SENSITIVE position. This review includes financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.
We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, we will use a job questionnaire to place you in one of the three categories based on your experience, education and training. The knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform this job are:
1. Ability to Supervise
2. Skill in directing a Department or agency's privacy incident response process
3. Skill in leading a Department or agency's oversight of compliance with Federal privacy law and privacy policy and standards
4. Oral Communication
5. Written Communication
If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be placed in one of the following categories:
Best Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that demonstrates a superior level of all evaluation criteria.
Well-Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that demonstrates a satisfactory level of the evaluation criteria.
Qualified: Applicants possessing the basic qualifications, with general knowledge, skills, and abilities.
If you are best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. To preview the job questionnaire, click here View Assessment Questions.
Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the Federal government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible. Information about ICTAP or CTAP eligibility can be found by clicking here to access OPM's Career Transition Resources website. To be considered well qualified under CTAP/ ICTAP, you must be placed in the well qualified category for this position, as described above. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement.
Veterans: Veterans with 5-point preference who meet the eligibility and qualification requirements are placed above non-preference eligibles within the category in which they qualify. Veterans who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10% are listed in the best qualified category, except when the position being filled is scientific, professional at the GS-09 grade level, or higher. For information on veterans' preference, please click here.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, , select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
All applicants are _ required _ to submit the following supporting document type(s):
Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
DD-214
Other (I-CTAP Documentation)
Other Veterans Document
SF-15
Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents:
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
NOTE: If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page and provide the required information. The Vacancy ID is 1199856.
2. Fax your documents to .
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your materials. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 to receive consideration. Keep a copy of your fax confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational Questionnaire.
2. Print the 1203FX form, follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire items .
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to . Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
Once you submit your application, we will assess your experience and training, identify the best qualified applicants, and refer those applications to the hiring manager for further consideration and interviews. We will notify you by email after each of these steps has been completed. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status, log on to your USAJOBS account, click on Application Status, and then click More Information. We expect to make a final job offer within 60 days after the deadline for applications. If you are selected, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
For more information on applying for Federal employment, please click here
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. For more information, go to .
Promotion Potential: This position is being filled at the full performance level.GS-15 .
Selectee may be required to serve a one-year supervisory probationary period.
Selectee will be required to complete an OGE 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Form.
On November 21, 2011, President Obama signed the VOW (Veterans Opportunity to Work) to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 (Public Law 112-56). The VOW Act amended chapter 21 of title 5, United States Code (U.S.C.) by adding section 2108a, Treatment of certain individuals as veterans, disabled veterans, and preference eligibles.
This job opportunity announcement (JOA) include Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) to Hire Heroes Act of 2011 (Public Law 112-56). Active duty service members who have begun their civilian job search prior to discharge or release from active duty will know how their application will be considered.
a. Applicants who are active duty service members and apply for federal employment shall be conserved for competitive service positions and granted tentative veteran's preference status when they submit a certification, in lieu of a DD-214, when applying to a federal job.
b. A certification is any written document from the armed forces that certifies that the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days from the date of certification is signed.
Veterans, and people with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference plus the additional proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference see .
If you are a person with disabilities see , you may qualify for a Schedule A appointment (a special authority used to hire people with mental retardation, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities who have documentation from a licensed medical professional or other entity (such as rehab counselor)? If you qualify for Schedule A, you must submit appropriate documentation. For more information to determine your eligibility or to understand the documentation that would be required with your application, you may click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.
Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service ( /).
All applicants tentatively selected for employment at DHS Headquarters may be required to submit to a drug test to screen for illegal use of drugs prior to receiving a final offer of employment. A final offer of employment is contingent upon a negative drug test result. Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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