Security ClearanceSensitive Compartmented Information
Duties
The duties and responsibilities for a Supervisory Personnel Security Specialist, GS-0080-14 generally include, but are not limited to, the following: * Administering and managing all personnel security functions in support of on-boarding Magistrate Judges, Article I judges, Clerks of Court, Law Clerks, Federal Public Defenders, other judicial staff for the Judicial Branch within the Litigation Security Group for the Department. * Initiating and processing background investigations through the electronic application for investigations processing (eAPP) system, ensuring completeness and accuracy prior to submission to Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). * Assists the Classified Security Officers (CISO) whose mission is to prevent the unauthorized disclosure of classified information in the judicial process nationwide. * Prepares and coordinates official correspondence for information. * Maintains personnel security policies and procedures, including Continuous Vetting requirements under the Trusted Workforce 2.0 framework, to ensure compliance with evolving federal standards.
Qualifications
To qualify for the position of Supervisory Personnel Security Specialist, at GS-0080-14you must meet the specialized experience requirements listed below. For the GS-14, one year of specialized experience to the GS-13 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as utilizing an automated database to enter information initiate and adjudicate background investigations; and evaluate results of background investigations relating to suitability, security, waivers, and/or preemployment screening requirements. You MUST meet all qualification requirements, including time-in-grade, by the 05/20/2026 of this announcement. Your resume must support your responses to the application questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating. See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume.
Education
Some federal positions allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this position, you must meet the specialized experience using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted.
Other Information
Additional selections may be made from this announcement. Career Transition Assistance Programs: (CTAP/ICTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; be rated well-qualified for the position based on the competencies listed above; and submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. Well-qualified is defined as having knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or competencies clearly exceeding the minimum qualification requirements for the vacancy. Probationary or Trial Period (as applicable): As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: 1) your performance and conduct; 2) the needs and interests of the agency; 3) whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and 4) whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/media/1425556/dl?inline. DOJ Reasonable Accommodation Policy: 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 DOJ Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found here: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/reasonable-accommodation#policy Selective Service: If you were born male, on or after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Additional information is found at: www.sss.gov. Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs: The Fair Chance Act prohibits Federal agencies from requesting an applicant's criminal history information before the agency makes a conditional offer of employment. If you believe a DOJ employee or Federal contractor acting on its behalf has violated your rights under this Act, you may submit a written complaint within 30 days of the date of the alleged non-compliance directly to the hiring office using the contact information listed in this announcement. Note: In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201(b) certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance Act. This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.