Summary Who May Be Considered: U.S. Citizens View common definitions of terms found in this announcement. Responsibilities Typical work assignments include: Serve as the principal advisor to the Deputy Chief for Privacy and Transparency, within the Office of Privacy, Access, Civil Liberties, and Transparency (PACT), on all matters relating to the public disclosure of information. Maintain awareness of Freedom of Information (FOIA)/Privacy Act (PA) issues affecting CISA. Participate with CISA and/or DHS attorneys in any litigation which challenges the initial or appeal determination with respect to FOIA/PA requests. Serve as team lead to more junior FOIA analysts within PACT. Review work of subordinate staff members in processing requests. Work with Deputy Chief for Privacy and Transparency and DHS PRIV to assign work, manage workloads, and provide PACT management with updates issues associated with the performance of more junior FOIA analysts. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. citizen. Complete the initial online assessment and USA Hire Assessment, if required. Selective Service - Males born after 12/31/59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service see http://www.sss.gov/ All Federal employees are required to participate in Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer for salary payments. DHS uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: This position requires a pre-employment drug test, and you must have a negative drug test result prior to appointment into the position. You must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance suitable for Federal employment as determined by a background investigation. This may include a credit check, a review of financial issues, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs. One-year probationary period may be required. This position may be designated as essential personnel. Essential personnel must be able to serve during continuity of operation events without regard to declarations of liberal leave or government closures due to weather, protests, and acts of terrorism or lack of funding. Failure to report for or remain in this position may result in disciplinary or adverse action in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations (5 U.S.C. 7501-7533 and 5 CFR Part 752, as applicable). Qualifications To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required experience for the respective grade level in which you are applying. You qualify for the GS-13 grade level, if you have: EXPERIENCE: At least one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-12 grade level (or equivalent) performing the following duties: Interpreting Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) statutes, Executive Orders, the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), the United States Code (USC) and the Federal Register guidance Performing, assigning, and reviewing the compilation, analysis, indexing and overall handling of pertinent material and information in accordance with the Acts. Creating, maintaining, and tracking agency correspondence with requesters, records holders, subcomponents, and other Federal, State, Territorial and Local (SLTT) entities as required. You qualify for the GS-14 grade level, if you have: EXPERIENCE: At least one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-13 grade level (or equivalent) performing the following duties: Interpreting Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) statutes, Executive Orders, the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), the United States Code (USC) and the Federal Register guidance. Reviewing records to make release and withholding determinations while applying the statutory guidance. Overseeing the preparation of statistical reports both for Congress and internal use to reflect activities under the FOIA/(Privacy Act) PA. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Education Education will not be substituted for experience for this position. Additional Information Permanent Change of Duty Station (PCS) Expenses will not be paid. Travel for this position is occasional. This position is telework eligible. Pre-Employment Drug Testing: This position requires a pre-employment drug test, and you must have a negative drug test result prior to appointment into the position. If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment. This position has been designated excluded from bargaining unit representation under the national security provision of 5 U.S.C. 7112(B)(6). When entering a federal job at a grade level lower than the highest promotion potential level, you may be promoted to more complex duties and work more independently, as your career progresses. NOTE: Career ladder promotions are not automatic, and all eligibility and qualifications requirements must be met in order to progress to the next grade level. Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Shared Certificate: When CISA completes their selections, the remaining list of qualified candidates may be shared with other Federal agencies who are hiring for similar positions. You will have an opportunity to opt-in if you would like your name, application materials, and assessment results shared to be considered for employment with other Federal agencies. 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