This position is located in the Office of Privacy. As a Government Information Specialist, you will investigate, evaluate, and resolve privacy related issues, ensure privacy-related initiatives are covered by appropriate privacy compliance documentation, and collaborates with USCIS leadership and other internal and external stakeholders to ensure all regional/field privacy related-initiatives are properly documented, and assist with the investigation of privacy incidents/breaches.

Duties

The responsibilities described are for the full performance level. At developmental grade levels, assignments will be of more limited scope performed with less independence, and limited complexity. Provides guidance and direction to program offices regarding the collection, sharing, and maintenance of Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Conducts and coordinates privacy reviews (audits) to ensure compliance with privacy requirements. Conducts and facilitates Privacy Awareness Training and briefings internally and externally. Conducts, reviews, and develops PTAs, PIAs, SORNs, Privacy Act Statements and Notices, and other privacy compliance documentation. Identify the need for new or updated procedures and guidance that may have a privacy impact with current and emerging technologies. Travel to offices throughout the respective regions and develop working relationship with leadership and stakeholders.

Requirements

Qualifications

The qualifications for this position must be met by 11:59 PM (Eastern Time) on 09/01/2023. Time in Grade does not apply to Delegated Examining Announcements, any reference to Time in Grade in the questionnaire will not apply to the rating and ranking of applicants. GS-12: You qualify at the GS-12 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to at least at the GS-11 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have experience performing the following duties: General knowledge of laws, regulations and policies surrounding the Privacy Act of 1974. E-Government Act of 2002, and Freedom of Information Act. Conducted reviews of Privacy Threshold Analysis (PTA); Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA); System of Records Notices (SORN) Gather information from customers within assigned region to gain information about privacy requirements. Ability to advise employees of privacy requirements for safeguarding personally identifiable information (PII) within an agency. Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel to provide guidance and to ensure privacy is incorporated into program operations. GS-13: In addition to the requirements at the lower grade level(s), you qualify at the GS-13 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have experience performing the following duties: Provide guidance as it relates to privacy matters in relation to policies, procedures and laws, and on immigration procedures and international operations. Interprets and communicates federal privacy laws, programs, and policies. Reviews agency initiatives to determine privacy sensitive activities and identifies privacy compliance documentation coverage. Research various topics to draft PTAs, PIAs, SORNs and other privacy compliance documents. Develop working relationships with leadership and stakeholders. GS-14: In addition to the requirements at the lower grade level(s), you qualify at the GS-14 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have experience performing the following duties: Extensive knowledge of federal privacy laws, regulations and policies to provide guidance to leadership at all levels within the respective region. Lead and administer guidance to senior leadership on complex operational issues involving the use of PII that impacts privacy or civil liberty regulations. Lead efforts in ensuring that privacy complaints and incidents/breaches are reported and all mitigation efforts are taken and documented. Identify the need for Information Sharing Agreements (ISA) and review existing ISAs to ensure compliance with existing privacy laws and adjust to existing policy. Conduct site visits/reviews of facilities to ensure compliance with established privacy policies, guidance and internal audits. Please read the following important information to ensure you submit everything we need to consider your application: It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit your responses and appropriate documentation prior to 09/01/2023. Your resume will be used to determine your qualifications for the position advertised in this announcement. Therefore, your resume must highlight your most relevant, significant experience related to the requirements found in the qualification section of this announcement, as well as any applicable education. USCIS will only review the first 5 pages of your resume to determine your initial eligibility/qualifications for a position. As such, please be sure to include content to support your eligibility/qualifications for this position within the first 5 pages. Please note that your full resume will be made available to the hiring manager if you are referred. Be clear and specific when describing your work history since human resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience. Your application will be rated and ranked based on your responses to the online questions. Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information: Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job) Duties (be specific in describing your duties) Employer's name and address Supervisor name and phone number Start and end dates including month, day and year (e.g. June 18 2007 to April 05 2008) Start and end dates for each grade/pay level if you've held a federal position. Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Salary Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide the above information may result in a finding of ineligible. Note: Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Federal Experience: If you are using current or prior federal experience as a basis for qualifying for this position, the grade levels and length of employment (mm/dd/year) at each grade level must be listed in your work history. This information will be further validated if selected for this position. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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 criteria 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 service. Please provide the dates and amount of time/hours worked earning this experience.

Education

EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution at these grade levels.

Contacts

• Address
• Name: HROC Staffing Help Desk
• Phone: 952-697-8380
• Email: [email protected]