Personnel Security Branch Chief

Summary As a Supervisory Personnel Security Specialist (Adjudication) with the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, Facilities, Security and Emergency Management, you will direct personnel security adjudications, oversee investigative requirements and continuous vetting, manage interagency personnel security agreements, develop operational procedures, and supervise personnel security staff supporting federal agencies. Responsibilities Direct personnel security adjudications, including suitability and national security determinations for federal employees, applicants, and contractor personnel. Determine position sensitivity levels, approve investigative requirements, and oversee continuous vetting and compliance with personnel security standards. Negotiate, administer, monitor, and renew reimbursable interagency agreements for personnel security support services. Develop and implement personnel security procedures, operational guidance, and internal controls consistent with federal requirements. Advise federal agency officials on adjudicative requirements, resolve service delivery issues, and oversee communication of personnel security decisions. Conduct operational reviews and quality assurance activities to identify procedural deficiencies and implement corrective actions. Supervise personnel security staff by assigning work, establishing priorities, evaluating performance, addressing personnel matters, and identifying training needs. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a U.S. Citizen or National Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation May be required to successfully complete a probationary period Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin Complete the initial online assessment and USAHire Assessment, if required You will be required to report to an OPM assigned office. This position is not eligible for inclusion in a bargaining unit Must be eligible for and able to maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearanceMust be eligible for and able to maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance Qualifications Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal service (or equivalent) performing personnel security and adjudication work that includes all of the following: Reviewing background investigation findings and applying personnel security adjudicative standards to make or recommend suitability, fitness, or national security eligibility determinations; Evaluating position sensitivity, investigative requirements, and continuous vetting information to determine appropriate personnel security actions and ensure compliance with applicable requirements; Developing or revising personnel security procedures, providing technical guidance on adjudicative requirements, and coordinating with internal or external stakeholders to resolve personnel security issues; and Leading or coordinating personnel security operations by establishing work priorities, reviewing case processing activities, identifying operational deficiencies, and recommending corrective actions. Merit promotion applicants must meet the time-in-grade requirement as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. One year at the GS-13 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS14 level. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. 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. Education Additional Information Relocation expenses will not be paid. Incentive payments may be considered. If you are unable to apply online and would like to request information about the Alternate Application process, please use the contact information at the bottom of this announcement. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across OPM. Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, the veteran must be a preference eligible or a veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions. Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements visit the following websites: Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses Other Special Appointment Authorities Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration) Reasonable Accommodation 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 an 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 an 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 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: - your performance and conduct; - the needs and interests of the agency; - whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and - 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.