Summary
Joining the Secret Service, Office of Administration, Security Programs Division will allow you to provide administrative support and assistance to supervisors, managers, employees, and senior security specialists in the implementation of program goals impacting the planning efforts associated with the Security Services Program and related functions. For definitions of terms found in this announcement, please click here.
Responsibilities
The selectee will serve as a Security Specialist in the Office of Administration, Security Programs Division. Typical work assignments include: Supports senior security specialists in the initiation, evaluation, and monitoring of various visual and electronic access control systems for access to facilities, materials, and information by agency personnel, contractors, vendors, and other stakeholders. Participates in entering, extracting, and tracking routine data in the various databases. Uses judgment and tact to explain sensitive issues, and reconcile conflicting information provided by various stakeholders. Assists in the administrative coordination of contractors, visitors, and employee badges and pass systems that control access to various Secret Service facilities. Assists senior security specialists in ensuring compliance with security policies and directives.
Qualifications
To be considered qualified for this position you must meet the following qualification requirements for the respective grade level in which you are applying. You qualify for the GS-7 level if you possess one of the following: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 level performing duties such as: Gathering and/or organizing information for use in reports to various stakeholders; Utilizing automated systems to maintain records of information for use in processing requests; Assisting in the completion of routine actions such as reviewing documentation to process requests. OR A bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average, or (3) honor society membership. Please click here, and Go to Application of Qualification Standards, Section 4, Educational and Training Provision or Requirements, Subpart F, "Superior academic achievement", to see if you qualify under this provision OR One full year of graduate level education at an accredited or pre-accredited college or university; OR A combination of successfully completed post-high school education and experience. This will be calculated using your résumé and unofficial transcripts or a list of courses/course hours submitted with your application. The qualification requirements listed above must be met by the closing date of this 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. Current or Former Political Appointees: 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.
Requirements
U.S. Citizenship is required. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Complete the initial online assessment and USA Hire Assessment, if required. If selected for this position, you will be required to: Obtain and maintain a top-secret Tier 5 clearance. For more information visit OPM Mythbuster Page. Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position. Submit a credit check after a conditional offer of employment has been accepted. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Education
For positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying for a position by substituting education or training for experience, you MUST submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted that includes your name, the name of the educational institution, course title(s), number of credits, grade, and date of completion. An official transcript will be required if you are selected.
Benefits
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; 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 the DHS Careers and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.