This position is located in the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), FOIA and Information Law Section, Freedom of Information and Privacy Act (FOIA/PA) Unit. This position(s) primary purpose is to direct, monitor, and advise a unit of subordinate staff who are engaged in substantive legal-related work within the FOIA/PA Unit. Responses concerning requests and inquiries about the release and dissemination of DEA records under the FOIA/PA.

Duties

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. As a Supervisory Government Information Specialistyour typical work assignments may include: Coordinating and overseeing FOIA/PA administration to include expedited processing and fee waiver determinations; and develops FOIA/PA policies, procedures, and guidance. Overseeing preparation of and responses to other federal agencies and Congress. Leads controversial or politically sensitive meetings. Serves as an authoritative resource on matters involving FOIA/PA, national security information, and other records dissemination matters. Preparing annual reports to the Department of Justice (DOJ) and provides FOIA/PA training to agency employees. Performing the full range of supervisory duties.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• You must submit to a pre-employment drug test.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
• DEA uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States.
• Selective Service: Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see http://www.sss.gov/).

Qualifications

Applicants must meet the Specialized Experience requirements as noted below. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. You may qualify at the GS-14 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) performing the following duties: 1) Planning, administering, and managing an organization's Freedom of Information Act/Privacy Act Program. 2) Ensuring compliance and case management of Freedom of Information Act/Privacy Act requests. 3) Advising high-level officials on all aspects of the Freedom of Information Act/Privacy Act. Specialized 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. One year of specialized experience for this position includes: Competencies: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competencies in the following areas: Human Capital ManagementStrategic ThinkingTechnical CredibilityWriting Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement (as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F).

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Drug Enforcement Administration Do Not Send Postal Mail Springfield, VA 21310 US
• Name: John Shambaugh
• Email: [email protected]