This position is located within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO), ICE Health Service Corps (IHSC), Office of the Chief of Staff (CoS). The incumbent serves as the Deputy Chief of Staff (DCoS). This is a supervisory position. This position is only open to current USPHS officers. USPHS Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates are not eligible for this position.

Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as the Deputy Chief of Staff (DCoS) assisting the Chief of Staff (CoS) with reviewing matters of organization-wide significance to ensure that procedures, processes, and operational plans are in accordance with the policies and plans of the Assistant Director (AD). Assist the CoS in supervising the functions of the IHSC Office of Communications. Assist the CoS in the day-to-day conduct of the IHSC staff programs and mission elements. Assist the CoS in the review of proposals, actions, inspections, products, reports and plans prepared by the staff and mission elements. Summarize issues verbally and in writing to support the prioritized scheduling of daily and weekly events for the office and review correspondence for and from senior leadership for accuracy, content, and responsiveness. Draft and edit policy, correspondence, briefings, and reports for accuracy, clarity, completeness, and continuity. Assist in the evaluation of policies and directives and make recommendations on actions necessary to establish the framework of organizational policies. Participate in internal briefings or meetings where management issues are discussed to increase awareness of such issues. Conduct or coordinate research, studies, or evaluations and make recommendations. Engage in benchmarking activities to develop greater knowledge and understanding of management best practices relevant to topics addressed in other work assignments Assist the CoS in ensuring communication between committee meetings, setting agendas, creating initial drafts of communications to key strategic team members, and helping to prioritize plans for addressing issues impacting progress towards initiative benchmarks. Handle sensitive/confidential personnel requirements and assignments. Help assure the new technical, operational, and managerial plans and programs are coordinated within the chain of command and across inter-agency lines, as appropriate. Provide a wide range of administrative continuity/support to advise the CoS on organizational issues to include prioritizing and tracking work assignments. Utilize a variety of reporting systems that allow for a timely flow of necessary data into the office of the AD from all relevant divisions, units, and direct reports. Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.
• You must successfully pass a background investigation.
• You must successfully pass a drug screen.
• Males born after 12/31/59 must certify registration with Selective Service.
• Requirements by Closing Date: Unless otherwise noted, you must meet all requirements by the closing date of the announcement.
• Service Remaining Requirement Agreement: Upon appointment to this position, officers will be required to serve an 18 to 24-month commitment to IHSC.
• Applicants must be a current USPHS Commissioned Corps Officer. USPHS Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates are not eligible for this position. Civilians are not eligible for this position.

Qualifications

COMPETENCIES: Demonstrates strong problem solving, judgement, and decision-making skills. Demonstrates strong leadership and supervisory skills. Demonstrates strong project management skills and abilities. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrates strong organizational and time management skills. Demonstrates strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrates integrity and honesty. Demonstrates cultural competency. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time (6-8 hours). Lifting and carrying laptop computer, offices supplies, and documents Average manual dexterity for computer operation Phone use for extended periods of time Required to perform CPR standing or kneeling

Education

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Graduate degree from an accredited institution (e.g., MA, MS, PhD, JD).
2. Applicant must be able to qualify for ICE security clearance.
3. Strong administrative experience and ability to effectively supervise staff to achieve goal direct outcomes.
4. Ability to assess, plan, organize, and complete multiple tasks and responsibilities simultaneously.
5. If applicant is a license healthcare professional, must have and maintain:
   1. A current unrestricted license to practice in any U.S. State or Territory
   2. American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification
6. Correctional Health Professional (CCHP) certification strongly preferred, but not required.

Contacts

• Address ERO-DRO-IHSC Public Health Service 500 12th Street SW Washington, DC 20536 US
• Name: IHSC Recruiting
• Email: [email protected]