This National Guard position is for a PERSONNEL SECURITY SPECIALIST (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D2789000 / D2479000 and is part of the OR DCSOPS, National Guard.

Duties

As a PERSONNEL SECURITY SPECIALIST (TITLE 32), GS-0080-7/9, the primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Personnel Security Specialist, responsible for assisting in the personnel security clearances process and supporting an Administrator/Adjudicator with suitability adjudications /determinations for the fitness and suitability on individuals for entry and retention in sensitive and non-sensitive positions required by Army. This position will review personnel security background investigations and other source documents that determine suitability, fitness, for federal employment, and other credentialing decisions. Ensures investigative scoping items are met, personal identifying data and investigative questionnaire information is accurate and complete. 1. Receives, reviews, and submits requests for personnel clearances for serviced civilian, contractor, and military personnel. Checks the request for completeness and accuracy and contacts the Security Manager, Supervisor, points of contact at the serviced units, and/or the individual subject of the background/clearance investigation for any questions or corrections that are required. Returns those forms requiring further documentation or correction. Screens personnel, as well as local police records and finance documents for disclosed and undisclosed derogatory information, which may have an impact on the career of the subject under investigation. Questions the subject for clarification on responses that are considered derogatory. Forwards completed form to the appropriate agency for investigation and clearance determination. 2. Uses computer software such as analysis tools to research and facilitate work. Maintains a file for status of pending investigations, status of all members, as well as periodic reinvestigations for secret and top secret clearances held. Checks with the agency performing the investigation for an update on the status of the security clearance in question as required. Notifies the units of individuals requiring reinvestigation and resubmission of documentation. Provides reports, as required, for status on pending or current investigations or periodic reinvestigations. Composes documentation, for supervisors' signature, verifying security clearances for those individuals going on Temporary Duty (TDY) to other locations and requests the same of locations with individuals coming TDY to their location. Documents all personnel suitability adjudicative determinations or recommendations in the relevant automated information systems. Ensures all systems of record accurately reflect the suitability adjudicative determination. Keeps abreast of emerging technologies and professional developments to remain current in the field and for being applicable to work assignments. 3. Performs duties related to assisting suitability adjudications/determinations for the fitness and suitability of civilian employees, contractors and/or applicants for initial and continuing employment retention. Ensures all investigative files are available prior to reviewing and rendering a suitability adjudicative/determination in accordance with suitability guidance and guidelines. Orders any missing investigative files and upon receipt, reviews and analyzes all investigative files for derogatory information. Provides written and oral communication to appointed adjudicator regarding minor derogatory information found in the investigative file. 4. Executes established policies and procedures required for the personnel security program. Implements and executes policies and procedures in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Title 5, Part 731, Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 1400.25, 1402.05, AR 380-67, Army Directive (AD) 2014-23 regulations and ARNG policies. Ensures that sensitive/classified information is not disclosed and is safeguarded in accordance with regulatory guidance. Properly protects information governed by the Privacy Act of 1974. 5. Performs other duties as assigned. As Personnel Security Specialist, GS-0080-07, the primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Personnel Security Specialist in a developmental capacity, performing assignments designed to further develop applicable analytical and evaluative skills and techniques. This is a developmental position leading to the full performance GS-0080-09. All training must be completed, and regulatory requirements met prior to non-competitive promotion. *The above description only mentions a limited amount of the position's official duties. For a full comprehensive document that covers all the duties of the position, please contact one of the Recruitment Specialist at the bottom of the announcement.

Requirements

• National Guard Membership is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• The duties of this job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
• Must be able to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• Federal employment suitability required and determined by a background investigation before appointment to position.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain the necessary security clearance for the position.
• Must attend the ARNG Security Manager Course within 12 months of hire.
• Must obtain the Security Professional Certification(s) within 24 months of hire.
• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration.
• May be required to travel in military and/or commercial vehicles to perform temporary duty assignments.
• Compatible Military MOS Assignments: Enlisted – 31B, 42A, 35F. Applicants who do not possess the compatible MOS will still be considered but must meet General and Specialized experience qualifications listed below.
• Military Grades: Enlisted members, minimum E-4 and maximum E-6.
• May convert from indefinite to permanent status without further competition.

Qualifications

Areas of Consideration: Area 1 - Current permanent and indefinite T32 technicians of the Oregon ARNG. Area 2 - Current permanent and indefinite T5 employees of the Oregon ARNG. Area 3 - Current service members in the Oregon ARNG. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: The work requirements include practical understanding, specialized skills, and fundamental knowledge of the following Series GS-0080 programs: information security; sensitive compartmental information; special security requirements; force protection; anti-terrorism; information protection; unit deployment, and physical security. Work involves security policies, guiding principles, training requirements, and certifications. Some work in this occupation require expanded security clearances, an extensive knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations and procedures governing a distinct set of operational duties and responsibilities for performing security functions and handling weapons. Experience, education or training in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately. Able to apply procedures and directives by reading and interpreting technical material. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing, using presentation and report formats. Demonstrated ability to follow directions, to read, understand, and retain a variety of instructions, regulations, and procedures. Learned ability to assess the surrounding environment to recognize immediate risk levels. Must have the education and validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the occupational series and grade for one of the seven organizational program disciplines and its applicable Security Series career. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: For GS-0080-07: Must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-0080-05) that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. For GS-0201-09: Must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-0080-07) that that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To Qualify for the GS-0080-07 grade, You Must Have: A. One year of specialized experience at the GS-0080-05 grade level that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. OR B. Bachelor's degree with one full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement that provides you with the background of knowledge and skills necessary for successful job performance. OR C. A combination of Experience as described in "A" above and Education as described in "B" above. To Qualify for the GS-0080-09 grade, You Must Have: A. One year of specialized experience at the GS-0080-07 grade level that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. OR B. Master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree that provides you with the background of knowledge and skills necessary for successful job performance. OR C. A combination of Experience as described in "A" above and Education as described in "B" above.

Education

For GS-0080-07: bachelor's degree with 1 full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement.

For GS-0080-09: master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree.

Course work must clearly provide applicants with the background of knowledge and skills necessary for successful job performance.

Applicants who have the one year of appropriate specialized experience for either grade are not required to have education above the high school level.

If you are using education to qualify for this position, you must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims.

Contacts

• Address OR DCSOPS 230 Geer Drive Salem, OR 97301 US
• Name: Angela Lewis
• Phone: 971-355-3304
• Email: [email protected]