Security ClearanceTop Secret
Duties
Duties for the Assistant Director, GS-0301-15 include but not limited to: Monitors security controls for low, moderate, and high impact systems to ensure compliance with Federal regulations and policies. Presents program information to Executive Officers and Assistant Inspectors General at meetings, briefings, and formal presentations. Briefs the Director of FMSD on security violations and incidents requiring immediate attention and executive action. Evaluates performance of subordinate employees by providing written assessments and developmental guidance on work and administrative matters. Recommends candidates for appointments, promotion, or reassignment based on interviews conducted for positions within the Division. Approves personnel actions such as within-grade increases, overtime, and travel in accordance with organizational guidelines.
Qualifications
Applicants must meet all the qualification requirements, including education, and any selective placement factors described below within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-14 grade level in the Federal service. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: (1) Providing expert advice and oversight of office environment design and construction projects, including developing design documents and managing demolition and construction activities; and (2) Managing a complex organization through the acquisition and disposal of real property, including long- and short-range space planning and development of contracting documents; and (3) Managing and overseeing a nationwide physical security program, including the implementation, installation, and maintenance of an Enterprise Access Control System and video surveillance systems; and (4) Overseeing the design, development, testing, and maintenance of a Continuity of Operations (COOP) and Occupant Emergency Program, including coordination with Federal emergency management partners; and (5) Collaborating with IT specialists to evaluate and recommend improvements to an organization's cybersecurity programs and policies in accordance with Federal regulations and standards. 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. Your resume should include the dates of all qualifying experience (from month/year to month/year) and the number of hours worked/volunteered per week. Federal experience is not required. The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.
Education
The substitution of education is not qualifying at the GS-15 grade level.
Other Information
Recruitment Incentives: Payment for relocation expenses may not be authorized for this position. A recruitment bonus may not be offered. Repayment of student loans may not be offered. Private sector work experience may not be approved as credit for your Annual Leave accrual. Security and Background Requirements: A background security investigation will be required for all appointees. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action. In addition, if hired, a background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required at a later time. Applicants are also advised that all information concerning qualifications is subject to investigation. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection and/or appropriate disciplinary action. E-Verify: If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System. Federal law requires DHS to use the E-Verify System to verify employment eligibility of all new hires, and as a condition of continued employment obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is an E-Verify Participant. Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing. EEO Statement: HHS is an equal opportunity employer. Selection for this position will be based solely on merit without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, political affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, marital or family status, or other differences. Disabled Veteran Leave: HHS OIG participates in the Wounded Warrior Federal Leave Act of 2015. To learn more about this benefit, please go to: Disabled Veteran Leave (opm.gov).