Personnel Security Specialist (Adjudicator)

Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives • Washington, DC

31d

About The Position

The incumbent serves as a Personnel Security Specialist (Adjudicator) in the Adjudications Branch, Personnel Security Division (PSD), Office of Professional Responsibility and Security Operations (OPRSO). PSD is responsible for the implementation and oversight of ATF's Personnel Security. Since 1998, ATF has held the unique status of maintaining delegated authority, issued by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to conduct background investigations.

Requirements

• Must be U.S. Citizen or National
• 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.
• May be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• Pass drug screening and subject to random drug test.
• Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation.
• You must meet all applicable time-in-grade requirements by the closing of this announcement.
• Financial Disclosure: If selected, you may be required to disclose financial information in accordance with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.
• MOBILITY PLAN : New employees hired pursuant to this vacancy announcement must sign a mobility agreement. The purpose of ATF's mobility policy is to enhance career development and progression, and achieve mission and business effectiveness. To accomplish these objectives, the mobility plan will facilitate the movement of employees through special short-term assignments or permanent reassignments throughout the Bureau. Applicants who decline to sign a mobility agreement, as required, will be removed from the hiring process.
• This is a non-bargaining unit position.
• To qualify for this position at the GS-9 grade level, candidates must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-7) (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience must include all of the following : Conducting continuous vetting record checks to identify derogatory information which may impact an individual's eligibility; AND Assisting in preparing reports such as adjudication summaries and entering personal data into security systems; AND Assisting and supporting in organizing, coordinating and controlling procedures for initiating, reviewing and recording of personnel security investigations.
• To qualify for this position at the GS-11 grade level, candidates must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-9) (obtained in either the public or private sectors). This experience must include all of the following : Conducting continuous vetting record checks to identify derogatory information which may impact an individual's eligibility; AND Utilizing knowledge of suitability factors and security adjudicative guidelines to prepare reports summarizing investigations, findings, and actions; AND Reviewing background investigation requests for accuracy and completeness and ensuring compliance with federal and agency regulations, standards, policies, and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Reviews information developed during a background investigation and Continuous Evaluation to determine if investigation and/or information is adequate and complete.
• Evaluates validity, truthfulness and relevance of personnel security data.
• Conducts review of information to recommend whether to grant, suspend, or revoke security clearance and/or access to the agency.
• Corresponds with applicants and employees to resolve suitability or security issues.
• Duties will be developmental in nature when filled below the full performance level.

Benefits

• 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.
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What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level