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Job opening: GOVERNMENT INFORMATION SPECIALIST

Salary: $94 199 - 122 459 per year
City: Quantico
Published at: Nov 03 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to provide timely, accurate, relevant and authoritative legal responses on request for disclosure of sensitive investigative information, that involve law enforcement criminal case files, counter-intelligence and/or intelligence case files and other source documents.

Duties

Reviews, analyses, substantiates, and processes requests for disclosure of AFOSI information, to include all Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA) requests with assistance when needed on unique requests from the Initial Denial Signatory or the Staff Judge Advocated. Exercises responsibility to keep current with new developments and recent court decisions, legislative activities, and congressional initiatives regarding release of information under the FOIA (including legal interpretation and decision) Privacy Act Laws, Civil Liberty Laws, and other pertinent laws, Executive orders and precedents pertaining to information disclosures, security and protection of information. Employs extensive knowledge of all AFOSI records systems, internal procedures, and investigative methodologies to determine if records requested are complete when received from other AFOSI offices. Utilizes internal and external contacts to confer or determine and clarify requested information.

Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
  • This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
  • Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
  • Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
  • The incumbent may be required to work extended or other than normal duty hours to include evenings and weekends
  • Computer Skills are required
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance
  • The selectee must undergo an internal background investigation by AFOSI and must be approved for duty by the Commander of AFOSI or the Commander’s designated representative(s).

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of FOIA and PA to include the computer matching and Privacy Protection Act of 1988. As well, knowledge of legal research methods; classification and declassification procedures within the guidelines established by the appropriate Executive Orders. Requires detail oriented analytical ability for reviewing historical and current information to determine its sensitivity. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA) to include the computer matching and Privacy Protection Act of 1988, recent judicial decisions affecting the FOIA and PA policy of the Department of Justice, DOD Directives, and Secretary of the Air Force and AFOSI FOIA regulations. 2. Knowledge of the laws, regulations, and decisions applicable to FOIA and PA; skill in the application of Federal and public laws, DoD, regulatory requirements, principles, concepts and methodologies. 3. Knowledge of electronic FOIA tools/databases/programs and software (such as Redact Xpress and eFOIA) used for document, video, and audio redactions. 4. Skill in performing research and applying analytical and evaluative techniques for the identification, consideration, resolution of issues or problems and responding to requests concerning FOIA/PA and AFOSI records. 5. Ability to develop new or revised policies and modify existing procedures and instructions pertaining to the administration and implementation of the FOIA and PA programs. 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision and guidance and as a part of a team. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Additional Conditions of Employment: This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees is sensitive positons presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security and public safety.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

  • Address AF Office of Special Investigations - Pentagon 27130 Telegraph Road Quantico, VA 22134 US
  • Name: Total Force Service Center
  • Phone: 1-800-525-0102
  • Email: [email protected]

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