Department Of Homeland Security Washington , DC 20319
Posted 5 days ago
Summary
This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Intelligence and Analysis (l&A), Intelligence Watch & Coordination Center.
The incumbent serves as an Intelligence Operations Specialist for a team working shifts--Days (0530-1530), Swings (1300-2300) or Midnights (2100-0700).
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Overview
Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
06/24/2024 to 06/28/2024
$55,924 - $153,354 per year
GS 7
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DC
Remote job
No
Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Situational
Occasional travel
No
Multiple Appointment Types
Full-time
Excepted
13
0132 Intelligence
No
Top Secret
Yes
Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
National security
IA00-25-24-IWC-ICAG
796724800
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This job is open to
Current federal employees of this agency.
Clarification from the agency
This Job is Open to I&A employees only at the GS-7 level or higher
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Duties
This is a position performing complex assessments where the incumbent works within a 24x7/365 shift roster, serving as Watch Officer during a shift responsible for monitoring world-wide all-source intelligence, collection and operation information, and providing Department of Homeland Security and homeland security partners with timely indications and warnings of relevant events. The incumbent accomplishes projects, supports programs or performs assignments conducting research and analysis on intelligence and operational issues and through short-term planning and work assignment to other members of the watch team. The officer serves as a liaison with personnel in assigned and related fields, such as those at Mission Centers, intelligence agencies, within DHS operational components, or at the state and local level.
DUTIES INCLUDE:
Performs standardized intelligence gathering tasks associated with the screening, evaluation, consolidation, and analyses of a large quantity of information and intelligence from various sources. Maintains situational awareness of significance to the Homeland and Intelligence Community and promptly informs leadership and homeland security partners of significant or unusual incidents.
Gathers, reviews, and collates message traffic and other communications to alert appropriate personnel and organizations to new developments and significant changes for their area of responsibility based upon past precedents and obvious changes in information patterns.
Supports coordination efforts with counterparts and colleagues throughout the intelligence and law enforcement community. Attends and occasionally actively participates in working groups and committees.
Maintains liaison with personnel in assigned and related fields such as those at other intelligence agencies, within intelligence and operational components, or residing at the state and local level to share information, policy, and procedural guidance.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Must be able to hold a TS/SCI Security Clearance.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) and is covered by the Department of Homeland Security Headquarters Drug-Free Workplace Program.
Overtime may be required in response to a significant event
Overnight Travel of 1-5 nights per month may be required
The incumbent will be required to work on a shift in support of 24-hour operations.
Will be required to regularly support 24X7x365 watch operations requiring irregular work hours from a variety of locations throughout the National Capital Region, as required by management.
Must maintain personal transportation 24x7x365 to work from primary work location at St. Elizabeths, or other location as required by management.
Overtime may be required in response to a significant event.
Qualifications
To qualify for the maximum GS-13 level, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service, or comparable experience not gained through Federal service. Other grade offers will be dependent upon relevant education and experience as assessed.
You must have one year of specialized experience that has provided the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
For this position, specialized experience is defined as supporting ongoing or emerging operational contingencies in any established specialty area; and/or SIGINT/All Source analysis. Such experience may include conducting a variety of complex assignments within his/her area of responsibility and conducting and directing in-depth research and analysis in support of homeland security.
Education
Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level.
Additional information
This is a temporary appointment position that is classified in the Excepted Service under Title 50 and will be filled on a full-time temporary basis. Employees hired under an Excepted Service appointment may be required to serve a two (2) year trial period.
Anyone interested in this opportunity should submit their work history showing current grade by COB 06/28/2024
Note: One or more positions may be filled using this vacancy announcement.
Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, and genetic information, and age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements.
The competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this job are:
Knowledge of established intelligence gathering and dissemination principles, pertinent administrative regulations, and other guidelines plus skill in applying well-established information gathering, fact-finding and dissemination techniques.
Knowledge of the DHS I&A homeland security intelligence missions and operations including a general knowledge of DHS component agencies and their missions.
Skill in organizing and presenting data and trends in a variety of formats for presentation to superiors using spreadsheets, tables, charts and other tools.
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills in order to maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external customers.
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing in order to formulate and present findings, briefings, project papers, status reports, and correspondence to foster understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations.
If you are amongst the best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview.
If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and/or experience, you will be removed from consideration.
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window
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Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Your resume.
Your cover letter. Not to exceed two pages describing qualifications and interest in the position.
Your most recent performance evaluation.
You may be asked to submit additional documents during the resume review process (e.g., writing samples, or ask applicants to complete questionnaires or assessments). Applicants also may be asked for references during the selection process. Incomplete packages will not be referred to the Hiring Manager.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must submit your resume, a complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 06/28/2024.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login , select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
Agency contact information
DHS INTEL ICAG Support
Email DHS.INTEL.ICAG@hq.dhs.gov
Address IC-DHS Office of Intelligence and Analysis
3801 Nebraska Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
US
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Next steps
Once the application window closes, all application packages will be reviewed for completion prior to referral to the selecting official.
Please address questions regarding application procedures to DHS.INTEL.ICAG@HQ.DHS.GOV.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability
New employee probationary period
Privacy Act
Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service
Signature and false statements
Social security number request
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Required Documents
Your resume.
Your cover letter. Not to exceed two pages describing qualifications and interest in the position.
Your most recent performance evaluation.
You may be asked to submit additional documents during the resume review process (e.g., writing samples, or ask applicants to complete questionnaires or assessments). Applicants also may be asked for references during the selection process. Incomplete packages will not be referred to the Hiring Manager.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must submit your resume, a complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 06/28/2024.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login , select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
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Agency contact information
DHS INTEL ICAG Support
Email DHS.INTEL.ICAG@hq.dhs.gov
Address IC-DHS Office of Intelligence and Analysis
3801 Nebraska Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
US
Learn more about this agency
Next steps
Once the application window closes, all application packages will be reviewed for completion prior to referral to the selecting official.
Please address questions regarding application procedures to DHS.INTEL.ICAG@HQ.DHS.GOV.
Read more
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability
New employee probationary period
Privacy Act
Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service
Signature and false statements
Social security number request
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Overview
Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
06/24/2024 to 06/28/2024
$55,924 - $153,354 per year
GS 7
1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DC
Remote job
No
Yes-as determined by the agency policy. Situational
Occasional travel
No
Multiple Appointment Types
Full-time
Excepted
13
0132 Intelligence
No
Top Secret
Yes
Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
National security
IA00-25-24-IWC-ICAG
796724800
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/796724800. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
Department Of Homeland Security