This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Undersecretary for Science and Technology (S&T) Directorate. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Program Manager over a major programmatic area for which both the scope and effect of the work have agency-wide or government-wide impact.

Duties

As a Program Manager, GS-0340-14, your typical work assignments may include: Overseeing the planning, execution and governance of programs and their related projects that focus on the research, development and test and evaluation of emergency preparedness, response, recovery and management tools for hazardous materials and chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear threats and hazards. Developing goals, policies, and objectives encompassing research efforts to develop tools, technology, guidance and systems to support the Department of Homeland Security mission. Applying subject matter expert knowledge of the National Incident Management System (NIMS), the Incident Command System (ICS) and related systems as well as foundational guidance, directives, and other procedures that indoctrinate emergency response principles and practices for hazardous materials and chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear threats and hazards to programs and related projects activities. Coordinating and meeting with representatives of other elements of the S&T Directorate, other Components of the Department, other involved government agencies, and state, local, tribal and territorial partners. Performing long range program planning of resource requirements to meet program needs, enhance program accomplishments, and comply with regulatory and policy requirements. All DHS announcements have a 5 business day open period due to the number of applications received View common definitions of terms found in this announcement: Common Definitions.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You must successfully pass a background investigation.
• You must submit to a pre-employment drug test.
• You must meet time-in-grade requirements.
• You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions.
• Bargaining Unit: This is a bargaining unit covered position, represented under the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE). For more information visit: https://www.afge.org/about-us/afge-at-a-glance/.
• You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.
• You will be required to undergo pre-appointment and random drug testing for illegal drug use. Employment is contingent upon favorable results.
• This position is eligible for telework based on agency policy.
• This position requires you to have access, safeguard, and store classified national security information on a regular basis. You must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

Specialized Experience: You qualify for the GS-14 grade level if you possess one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal government, performing duties such as: 1) Developing goals and policies in support of emergency preparedness and response program; 2) Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement research plans, respond to customer needs, and/or resolve complex technical issues for solution delivery; 3) Directing cost analyses for projected activities to optimize use of resources and forecast budget requirements; 4) Performing long range program planning of resource requirements to meet program needs and comply with regulatory requirements. Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level. All qualifications and eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Time-in-grade: Current General Schedule (GS) federal employees, and those that have served in GS positions within the last 52 weeks, must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade, or a combination of the next lower grade level and an equivalent band in the federal service by the closing of this announcement. Note: Current or former Federal employees MUST submit a copy of their SF-50 Form which shows competitive service appointment ("position occupied" block 34 on the SF-50 should show a "1"), tenure group (block 24 should show a 1 or 2), grade, and salary. If you are applying for a higher grade, please provide the SF-50 Form which shows the length of time you have been in your current/highest grade (examples of appropriate SF-50s include promotions, With-in Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s dated a year apart within the same grade/job). If you have promotion potential in your current position, please provide proof. IF YOU DO NOT SUBMIT ALL OF THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION, YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE CONSIDERATION AS A STATUS CANDIDATE. National Service 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 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. Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

Education

Not Applicable

Contacts

• Address Department of Homeland Security Headquarters OCHCO/HRMS/MS #0170 6595 Springfield Center Drive Springfield, VA 20598-0170 US
• Name: Jenny Kern
• Phone: (912) 267-3100
• Email: [email protected]