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 The primary purpose of this position is to perform standard and non-standard reviews of security clearance applications, and process Security Information Files (SIFs) in support of established Personnel Security Programs (PSP).

Duties

1. Processes requests for Personnel Security Investigations (PSIs) and performs substantive reviews of security clearance applications. 2. Processes and assists in maintaining Security Information Files (SIFs). Reviews reports of information/investigation received on individuals in determining whether to establish SIF. 3. Interprets various DoD, AF, and other established federal directives and applies them to local situations. 4. Performs fingerprinting for new and updated security clearances and other clerical tasks.

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.
• Noncritical Sensitive: Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or Shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular hours.
• Typing and computer operation is performed; however, a qualified typist is not required.

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, to include the Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Clerical and Administrative Support Positions for the GS Security Clerical and Assistance Series 0086. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-04, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: Knowledge of a body of standardized security rules, regulations, and directives to perform a full range of standard personnel security assignments such as processing a variety of security actions, processing forms for various investigation requirements, reviewing reports of information/investigation on individuals to determine whether to establish Security Information Files, responding to routine inquiries about personnel security matters, and identifying mismatches and erroneous data on reports. Note: Your resume must show supporting detail in describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. OR EDUCATION: Applicants must have successfully completed four years of education above high school. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience above may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. 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 security processes and procedures and general clerical office functions. 2. Knowledge of personnel security clearances and investigation processes. 3. Knowledge of one or more automated databases associated with a specific security function to support office and security operations and produce a variety of documents and reports. 4. Ability to plan and organize work, follow instructions, and accomplish multiple ongoing projects.5. Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of individuals, using a high degree of tact and diplomacy. 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.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address Ellsworth AFB 1000 Ellsworth Street Suite 2300 Ellsworth AFB, SD 57706 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]