Summary For more information on the Department of Justice and the United States Attorneys' Offices, visit www.justice.gov/usao/ As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position is also being announced under Merit Promotion Procedures under Announcement No. 24-DC-12568532-ST-IMP. Responsibilities If selected for this position, you will join a well-respected team that is responsible for serving as the District's Security Specialist with responsibility for planning, directing and administering a comprehensive district-wide security program. Develops, implements and evaluates plans, policies, procedures and methods for safeguarding personnel, property, information, operations, material, and automated information and telecommunications systems under normal and emergency conditions. Typical work assignments will include: Plans and oversees the installation, updates, and maintenance of all physical security systems necessary to ensure adequate security is maintained. Develops, implements, and administers contingency and emergency preparedness planning efforts to enable the district to continue essential operations and discharge responsibilities during and following emergency situations. Prepares occupant emergency plans and ensures all necessary coordination with external organizations is effected. Develops district-wide threat management program to respond to threats affecting individuals or prosecution efforts, ensuring appropriate action is taken. Prepares Security Incident Reports, computer virus reports, and office security plans. Reviews Grand Jury and deposition reporting service contracts and performs off-site reviews of contractor procedures and facilities. Develops procedures to assess the compliance of district security programs with established policies and procedures, and evaluating the effectiveness of physical, communications, personnel, information and computer security programs within the district. Ensures national and Department policies are implemented and adhered to necessary to ensure safeguarding and proper handling of classified and sensitive information in accordance with national, Departmental and Freedom of Information and Privacy Act requirements. Conducts initial security briefings for personnel granted access to national security information. Ensures national and Department policies are implemented and followed to ensure the proper handling of classified and sensitive information in accordance with national, Departmental and Freedom of Information and Privacy Act requirements. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. This position requires the incumbent to possess the ability to secure and maintain a Top Secret clearance. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications To be qualified for the GS-12 Security Specialist, you must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal Service. Specialized Experience: Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Examples of specialized experience are: advising management on all aspects of physical security and emergency preparedness to ensure adequate security is maintained for the District; developing, implementing, and administering contingency and emergency preparedness planning efforts to enable the district to continue essential operations and discharge responsibilities during and following emergency situations. Developing procedures to assess the compliance of district security programs with established national, Department, and headquarters policies and procedures, and evaluating the effectiveness of physical, communications, personnel, information and computer security programs within the district. Assisting in periodic security compliance reviews conducted by agency headquarters. Developing, implementing, and administering contingency and emergency preparedness; developing, administering and monitoring loss prevention programs to protect property and evidence located in the District; preparing Security Incident Reports. Planning and overseeing the installation and maintenance of all physical security systems, equipment, and building modifications necessary to ensure adequate security is maintained throughout the District. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)- The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in the announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide proof of eligibility to receive selection priority. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation personnel action form. Additional information about ICTAP eligibility is at: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)-The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility, 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement, and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and receive a score of 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/. Education All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see http://www.ed.gov OR Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above education requirements if you can show that the foreign education is comparable to that received in an accredited educational institution in the United States. It is your responsibility to timely provide such evidence by submitting proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency with your application materials. More information may be found at http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html. All documentation must be in English or include an English translation. Additional Information Payment of relocation expenses will not be authorized. A relocation incentive may be considered as appropriate based on qualifications. The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov. Reasonable Accommodation Statement: Federal Agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. EEO Statement: The Department of Justice is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment for all employees and applicants. See U.S. Department of Justice Equal Employment Opportunity Policy for complete details. Diversity Statement: As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. Political Appointees (Current or Former): 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 or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.