As a Supervisory Gov Info Specialist you will be responsible for the supervision and oversight of all activities in the areas that pertain to the Privacy Act, eGovernment Act, Homeland Security Act and those having national impact throughout USCIS. In addition, this role serves as principal point-of-contact for USCIS program offices and directorates, the DHS, and other Federal, State, and local agencies and private organizations on privacy matters.

Duties

Providing guidance on federal privacy policy and ensuring the Agency complies with privacy guidelines. Participates in updating internal privacy policies and guidance to meet the needs of USCIS. Assess privacy risks associated with agency programs and operations and serving as the principle point-of-contact for compliance-related issues and provide detail analysis and recommendation for issues found. Reviews privacy compliance documentations (e.g. PTAs, PIAs, SORNs), oversee privacy compliance assessments, information sharing requirements, and outreach and training. Identifying and taking steps to prevent potential situations that could result in unpleasant confrontations. Manages and resolves conflicts, and disagreements in a positive and constructive manner to minimize negative impact. Planning, assigning, and reviewing work products of subordinates. Establishing guidelines, performance expectations, and evaluating work performance and providing feedback to others on their performance. Ensuring that staff are appropriately selected, utilized, and developed, and that they are treated in a fair and equitable manner. Improve the efficiency and quality of the work performed by subordinates. Ensuring staff are properly trained and receive proper training and feed back in a timely manner.

Requirements

Qualifications

This position is located in Office of Privacy. The qualifications for this position must be met by 11:59 PM (Eastern Time) on 04/22/2024. 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-15: You qualify at the GS-15 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to at least the GS-14 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: Managing compliance functions, including reviews of privacy impact assessments and risk management practices. Directing the development of privacy guidelines within a program office or directorate. Performing liaison functions with high-ranking officials, top level executives, and boards/committees to advise on and review specific Privacy Act program initiatives. 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 04/22/2024. 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 this grade level.

Contacts

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