This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of the Secretary (OS), Family Reunification Task Force (FRTF). The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Business Operations Chief as an advisor to the Executive Director on a broad range of programs, projects and issues impacting the effectiveness and has a strategic role within the organization of coordinating teams working on related projects goals. Non-BU: This is a non-bargaining unit position.

Duties

As a MANAGEMENT AND PROGRAM ANALYST, GS-0343-15, your typical work assignments may include: The incumbent advises the Executive Director on extremely involved, unique, controversial, and often highly sensitive political matters relative to the analysis, evaluation, and assessment of those areas. Makes recommendations on national policies. Interfaces with executive leadership on complex problems and resolves major issues, based on sound operational principles and solutions, and coordinated DHS positions. Provides Department leadership with analysis, advice, planning, and execution to ensure the successful implementation of program goals and DHS priorities. This announcement will be open for 5 business days OR until the first 100 applications have been received, whichever happens first. View common definitions of terms found in this announcement: Common Definitions.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You must successfully pass a background investigation.
• Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required.
• You must submit to a pre-employment drug test.
• You may be required to serve a one year probationary period.
• Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

Qualifications

Specialized Experience: You qualify for the GS-15 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal government, performing duties such as: 1) expert knowledge of the substantive nature of Department programs and activities; department missions, policies, and objectives; management principles and processes; 2) expert knowledge and a high degree of executive judgment, imagination, and demonstrated planning and analytical skills involving the interface and coordination of diverse activities; 3) expert knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). 4) expert knowledge and understanding of procurement regulations and contracting principles including the latest procedures and techniques sufficient to plan, develop, implement, maintain and administer all contractual aspects of DHS agreements. All requirements 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. 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.

Education

Not Applicable

Contacts

• Address Department of Homeland Security Headquarters OCHCO/HRMS/MS #0170 6595 Springfield Center Drive Springfield, VA 20598-0170 US
• Name: Tracy Castillo
• Phone: 202-805-9472
• Email: [email protected]