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Immigration and Customs EnforcementHQI 83

COMPETENCIES: Mission Focus: Understands organizational priorities and delivers products that support operational readiness, program effectiveness, and continuity of health care operations. Adaptability: Responds effectively to changing priorities, urgent requirements, and dynamic operating environments. Adjust quickly while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, and mission focus. Interpersonal Skills: Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of diverse individuals in varying situations. Oral Communication: Delivers clear and convincing oral presentations. Actively listens and clarifies information as needed to ensure understanding. Written Communication: Produces clear, concise, organized, and persuasive written materials tailored to the intended audience. Problem Solving: Identifies and analyzes problems effectively. Evaluates the relevance and accuracy of information, generates alternative solutions, and provides well-informed recommendations. Integrity and Ethics: Demonstrates honesty, fairness, and ethical behavior. Maintains consistency between words and actions and exemplifies high ethical standards. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Lifting and Carrying: Ability to carry up to 50 lbs. of medical equipment over 100 yards. Extended Sitting/Standing: Capability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods of 6-8 hours. Bending and Reaching: Ability to perform repeated bending and reaching motions as required. Manual Dexterity: Proficient in average manual dexterity for efficient computer operation. Phone and Communication Tool Usage: Ability to use a phone, computer, or other communication tools for extended durations without compromising focus or productivity. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides program analysis, operational coordination, administrative support, and mission support to the assigned HSS unit. Supports complex projects, initiatives, special missions, contingency operations, surge activities, deployments, and other mission requirements stateside or internationally. Serves as a liaison and primary point of contact for assigned projects, headquarters operations, field activities, interagency coordination, deployment support, and other HSS requirements. Coordinates with internal and external stakeholders to resolve operational issues, clarify requirements, support communication, and advance program objectives. Develops and maintains project plans, trackers, rosters, schedules, dashboards, databases, reports, briefings, decision documents, executive summaries, information papers, talking points, and other tools that support execution and leadership decision-making. Tracks deliverables, deadlines, action items, incoming requests, timelines, risks, program status, accomplishments, and recommended courses of action from receipt through completion. Reviews, analyzes, and improves administrative and operational processes, policies, procedures, protocols, guidance documents, and operational materials. Provides technical and administrative support for contracts, acquisitions, resource planning, personnel coordination, operational readiness, and staffing requirements. Coordinates meetings, agendas, minutes, attendance, action items, and follow-through on assigned tasks. Represents assigned HSS unit at meetings, briefings, working groups, operational planning sessions, mission coordination forums, and other engagements, as assigned. Maintains, validates, analyzes, and reports program data to support oversight, trend identification, resource planning, performance improvement, compliance monitoring, and decision-making. Participates in strategic and long-range planning, process improvement teams, special projects, compliance reviews, readiness activities, accreditation-related efforts, internal reviews, quality initiatives, productivity initiatives, and performance improvement activities. Monitors compliance with applicable policies, standards, procedures, reporting requirements, and accreditation requirements; recommends changes to improve effectiveness, accountability, consistency, and reduce duplication. Coordinates logistical support for deployments, special missions, contingency operations, and field support activities, including travel, lodging, transportation, deployment rosters, reporting instructions, inventory, equipment, supplies, and related operational requirements. Serves as a purchase card holder, if assigned, and purchases authorized equipment, supplies, or services in accordance with policy; maintains records, reconcile charges, tracks property distribution, and supports accountable property processes. Provides budgetary awareness, resource projections, and planning recommendations for leadership. Supports staffing coordination for headquarters, field, clinical, operational, special mission, and contingency requirements, including clinical provider support when appropriate and within scope. Travel is up to 30% as required, including CONUS and OCONUS travel. Adheres to the supervisory chain of command and performs other duties as assigned.

Internal Revenue ServiceHQI 83

Federal experience is not required. Experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector or through Volunteer Service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-timework is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume. You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To qualify for this position, you must meet the qualification requirements outlined below. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-14: To be eligible for this position at this grade level, you must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position must include the following: Working with Congress including congressional offices, committees, or staff. Advising senior executives, organizational leadership, congressional or legal staff and government officials or clients on complex federal tax, legislative, legal, or public policy matters, providing strategic recommendations that support executive decision-making. Researching, interpreting, analyzing, and applying federal tax laws, administrative guidance, judicial decisions, legislative proposals, and related legal authorities to resolve complex technical issues and advise leadership or clients regarding legal, operational, compliance, budgetary, or policy impacts. Coordinating legislative, congressional, executive, or public policy activities involving multiple stakeholders, organizations, or subject matter experts to develop positions, resolve issues, or implement legislative or regulatory changes affecting tax administration. Preparing, reviewing, or directing executive correspondence, legal memoranda, congressional or legal responses, briefing papers, policy analyses, testimony, legislative proposals, technical guidance, and other executive-level written products involving complex tax, legal, legislative, or public policy issues. Preparing executives and government officials or clients for congressional or legal hearings, oversight activities, executive meetings, stakeholder engagements, or other high-profile interactions, including developing briefing books, testimony, talking points, questions for the record, and presenting complex tax, legislative, legal, or public policy matters to executive leadership and other decision-makers. Collaborating with congressional staff, Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), enrolled agents, economists, policymakers, industry representatives, trade associations, taxpayer advocacy organizations, government agencies, or other technical experts to develop, negotiate, communicate, or implement tax policy, legislative proposals, or strategic initiatives. Leading complex, high-visibility projects involving multiple organizations, competing priorities, changing deadlines, and significant executive or congressional interest while exercising independent judgment and producing clear, concise, and persuasive written and oral communications for technical and non-technical audiences. Qualifying experience may include advising on federal tax controversy, tax policy, tax legislation, tax administration, regulatory development, congressional affairs, legislative analysis, executive correspondence, appropriations, legal analysis, government relations, public policy, compliance, or related technical areas requiring expert knowledge of federal tax law and the legislative process. AND You must also meet the following requirements: MINIMUM AGE REQUIREMENT: Minimum age for federal employment is 18 years old, or at least 16 years old and have: Graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or Completed a formal vocational training program; or Received a statement from school authorities agreeing with your preference for employment rather than continuing your education. For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards. The following are the duties of this position at the full working level. If this vacancy includes more than one grade and you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform these duties and receive training to help you grow in this position. Serves as an advisor on legislative, Congressional, and tax administration matters affecting IRS operations and priorities. Coordinates development, review, clearance, and delivery of Congressional correspondence, Questions for the Record (QFRs), briefing materials, technical assistance, hearing preparation materials, and executive communications. Analyzes proposed legislation, Congressional inquiries, Treasury initiatives, and regulatory guidance to assess operational and tax administration impacts. Analyzes proposed legislation, Congressional inquiries, Treasury initiatives, and regulatory guidance to assess operational and tax administration impacts. Coordinates with IRS Business Operating Divisions, Treasury, the Office of Chief Counsel, Executive Secretariat, and other stakeholders to obtain and reconcile technical, legal, and policy input.

Export-Import Bank of the United StatesHQI 83

Specialized Experience (Credit for Specialized Experience on resume must reflect 40 hours/Full-time per week for each period of work): GS-12: You must have one (1) year of specialized experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal Government or other equivalent pay systems. Specialized experience includes: Experience assisting with the analysis of financial transactions; Experience analyzing financial statements and credit risk of borrowers; Experience analyzing country risk, industry conditions, financial structures, and/or technical information to support credit decisions; and Experience assisting with writing and presenting credit memos. Education cannot be substituted for experience at the GS-12 grade level. GS-13: You must have one (1) year of specialized experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal Government or other equivalent pay systems. Specialized experience includes: Experience independently performing analysis of financial transactions; Experience analyzing financial statements and credit risk of borrowers; Experience analyzing country risk, industry conditions, financial structures, and/or technical information to support credit decisions; and Experience independently writing and presenting credit memos. Education cannot be substituted for experience at the GS-13 grade level. For qualification determinations, your resume must contain the following for each work experience listed: Organization/Agency's Name Title Salary (series and grade, if applicable) Start and end dates (including the month and year) Number of hours you worked per week Relevant experience that supports your response to the specialized experience that is stated in the job announcement If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you will not receive consideration for this position. NOTE: Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications and your application may be marked as incomplete/ineligible and you will not receive consideration for this position. 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. Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week. Foreign Education: If you are qualifying by education and/or you have education completed in a foreign college/university described above, it is your responsibility to provide transcripts and proof of U.S. accreditation for foreign study. Please visit the following links for more information: http://www.naces.org http://www.fceatlanta.com Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined here. All requirements must be met by 10/23/2026, the closing date of the announcement. This position is in the Office of Board Authorized Finance (OBAF) and is assigned to the Transportation Division. Positions are responsible for serving as a subject matter expert in underwriting transactions involving programs offered by OBAF. The incumbents develop strategies for supporting complex international portfolios of financial transactions during underwriting, and/or asset management (monitoring) as well as account relationship function. At the full performance level, duties include, but are not limited to: Gathers and compiles financial information provided by borrowers, sponsors, lenders, or guarantors, and enters financial statements into standardized format for comparison purposes and establishes and maintains transaction files. When conducting financial analysis, the incumbent uses automated financial tools and current software Communicates regularly and routinely with customers and stakeholders to discuss the detailed issues regarding potential transactions, pending applications or operative transactions to foster the full and beneficial use of all of the bank's relevant products. Ascertains many and often obscure facts when analyzing all documentation and considering options: (a) structures transactions in accordance with international agreements, bank policies and guidelines with consideration of the borrower's financial condition, and general financing terms specific to the relevant sector or industry; and/or (b) reviews the financial documents related to the borrower's financial and operational structure, as well as the strategic plan and competitive environment, in each case with a view towards determining reasonable assurance of repayment for pending applications or operative transactions; and/or (c) with respect to existing transactions, offer recommendations of potential changes to structures to improve a borrower's performance and/or competitive circumstance. Serves as a Relationship Manager for borrowers, lenders, and exporters for moderately complex portfolios of transactions. Portfolios may be under development (pre-authorization) or in the operative stage. Compiles information and completes various reports based on transaction report requirements and/or transaction report preparation procedures. Reports can include credit memorandum, board memorandum, amendments, annual risk rating reports, and restructuring reports. Independently completes required reports with little to no supervision.

Export-Import Bank of the United StatesHQI 83

Specialized Experience (Credit for Specialized Experience on resume must reflect 40 hours/Full-time per week for each period of work): GS-12: You must have one (1) year of specialized experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal Government or other equivalent pay systems. Specialized experience includes: Experience assisting with the analysis of financial transactions; Experience analyzing financial statements and credit risk of borrowers; Experience analyzing country risk, industry conditions, financial structures, and/or technical information to support credit decisions; and Experience assisting with writing and presenting credit memos. Education cannot be substituted for experience at the GS-12 grade level. GS-13: You must have one (1) year of specialized experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the Federal Government or other equivalent pay systems. Specialized experience includes: Experience independently performing analysis of financial transactions; Experience analyzing financial statements and credit risk of borrowers; Experience analyzing country risk, industry conditions, financial structures, and/or technical information to support credit decisions; and Experience independently writing and presenting credit memos. Education cannot be substituted for experience at the GS-13 grade level. For qualification determinations, your resume must contain the following for each work experience listed: Organization/Agency's Name Title Salary (series and grade, if applicable) Start and end dates (including the month and year) Number of hours you worked per week Relevant experience that supports your response to the specialized experience that is stated in the job announcement If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you will not receive consideration for this position. NOTE: Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications and your application may be marked as incomplete/ineligible and you will not receive consideration for this position. 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. Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week. Foreign Education: If you are qualifying by education and/or you have education completed in a foreign college/university described above, it is your responsibility to provide transcripts and proof of U.S. accreditation for foreign study. Please visit the following links for more information: http://www.naces.org http://www.fceatlanta.com Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined here. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by 10/23/2026, the closing date of the announcement. This position is in the Office of Board Authorized Finance (OBAF) and is assigned to the Transportation Division. Positions are responsible for serving as a subject matter expert in underwriting transactions involving programs offered by OBAF. The incumbents develop strategies for supporting complex international portfolios of financial transactions during underwriting, and/or asset management (monitoring) as well as account relationship function. At the full performance level, duties include, but are not limited to: Gathers and compiles financial information provided by borrowers, sponsors, lenders, or guarantors, and enters financial statements into standardized format for comparison purposes and establishes and maintains transaction files. When conducting financial analysis, the incumbent uses automated financial tools and current software Communicates regularly and routinely with customers and stakeholders to discuss the detailed issues regarding potential transactions, pending applications or operative transactions to foster the full and beneficial use of all of the bank's relevant products. Ascertains many and often obscure facts when analyzing all documentation and considering options: (a) structures transactions in accordance with international agreements, bank policies and guidelines with consideration of the borrower's financial condition, and general financing terms specific to the relevant sector or industry; and/or (b) reviews the financial documents related to the borrower's financial and operational structure, as well as the strategic plan and competitive environment, in each case with a view towards determining reasonable assurance of repayment for pending applications or operative transactions; and/or (c) with respect to existing transactions, offer recommendations of potential changes to structures to improve a borrower's performance and/or competitive circumstance. Serves as a Relationship Manager for borrowers, lenders, and exporters for moderately complex portfolios of transactions. Portfolios may be under development (pre-authorization) or in the operative stage. Compiles information and completes various reports based on transaction report requirements and/or transaction report preparation procedures. Reports can include credit memorandum, board memorandum, amendments, annual risk rating reports, and restructuring reports. Independently completes required reports with little to no supervision.

U.S. Secret ServiceHQI 83

To be considered qualified for this position you must meet the following qualification requirements for the respective grade level in which you are applying. You qualify for the GS-11 level if you possess one of the following: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level performing duties such as: Advising hiring officials on staffing strategies, hiring authorities, qualification requirements and staffing procedures. Developing vacancy announcements to include identifying appropriate qualification requirements, assessments, and specialized experience criteria. Conducting qualification review to determine applicant eligibility and qualifications based on established federal standards. Using automated staffing or human resources systems to process recruitment actions, review applicant information, issue certificates, or document staffing decisions.; OR Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, LL.M., or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. OR A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position if the computed percentage of the requirement is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. You qualify for the GS-12 level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level performing duties such as: Providing consultative staffing advisory service to hiring managers on federal hiring procedures, hiring authorities, qualification requirements, assessment methods, and placement options. Managing full lifecycle of federal recruitment actions by developing job analysis, posting job opportunity announcements, conducting qualification and eligibility reviews, issuing referral certificates and coding personnel actions. Researching the Code of Federal Regulations, agency policy and other applicable Federal staffing guidance to support recruitment and placement decisions. Conducting various recruitment actions for various position series under merit promotion procedures, delegated examining and direct hiring authorities. Using automated staffing or human resources systems to process recruitment actions, documents determinations, issue certificates, and maintain case files or audit-ready staffing records Time-in-Grade Requirements: Under competitive merit promotion procedures, any individual who is currently holding, or who has held within the previous 52 weeks, a General Schedule position under a non-temporary appointment in the competitive or excepted service, must meet "time-in-grade" requirements (have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade of the grade for which you are applying). Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to current competitive service employees applying for a Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. NOTE: All current or former Federal employees must provide a copy of their SF-50, "Notice of Personnel Action" that indicates proof of status and time-in-grade eligibility. The SF-50 must include your position, title, series, grade, step, tenure (1 or 2), and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). You may need to submit more than one SF-50 to comply. The qualification requirements listed above must be met by 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. 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. The selectee will serve as a Human Resources Specialist (Recruitment and Placement) in the Office of Human Resources, Non-Law Enforcement Talent Acquisition Division. Typical work assignments include: Performing operational human resources work in all facets of recruitment/placement as it relates to various hiring authorities and flexibilities, qualification requirements, pay setting, employment and placement requirements; developing recruitment strategies or other recruitment activities to identify and target mission critical administrative, professional, and technical positions Providing guidance on recruitment and placement activities in accordance with Office of Personnel Management, agency or internal policy and standard operation procedures.; Conducting strategic planning meetings with internal stakeholders to develop and implement effective recruitment strategies and provide applicable recommendations in mitigating issues impacting recruitment and placement. Developing appropriate documents to communicate operational guidance in accordance with published regulations, guidance, policies and agency directives. Apply for this exciting opportunity to impact the agency mission by providing human resources services for a premier workforce

Equal Employment Opportunity CommissionHQI 83

For the GS-14: You must have one (1) year of specialized experience, which is equivalent to the GS-13 level in the federal government, that equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have: Experience providing advice and recommendations to senior leadership on administrative programs, policies, operations, and strategic initiatives to support organizational goals and mission objectives. Experience leading, coordinating, and evaluating agency-wide programs, projects, or initiatives, including developing policies, analyzing operational issues, and recommending improvements. Experience conducting comprehensive research, analysis, and evaluation of administrative policies, procedures, and programs to identify trends, assess impacts, and develop solutions for leadership decision-making. Experience managing cross-functional initiatives, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, and preparing executive-level briefings, reports, correspondence, and recommendations on program matters. Knowledge of the legislative process in the US Congress. Merit promotion applicants must meet 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 GS-14 level. Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements (e.g., time-in-grade and qualification requirements) within 30 days of the closing date specified in the vacancy 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. This is a Schedule Policy/Career position. Schedule Policy/Career is an excepted service schedule for career positions that are of a confidential, policy-determining, policy-making, or policy-advocating character (policy-influencing positions) as defined by Executive Order 13957, as amended, and 5 C.F.R. § 213.3601. Schedule Policy/Career positions are not required to personally or politically support the current President or the policies of the current administration. Further, all actions taken under this policy must be carried out fairly, transparently, and in strict adherence to applicable laws. Employees in Schedule Policy/Career positions must faithfully implement administration policies to the best of their ability, consistent with their constitutional oath and the vesting of executive authority solely in the President. Failure to do so is grounds for dismissal. Provides managerial and professional advice to the Legislative Affairs Director and Principal Director on the operations of the Commission's District Office and Headquarters Congressional and White House Correspondence Program. Recommends, develops, plans, and implements Commission-wide legislative affairs programs, including legislative liaison activities, issue briefs, legislative research, congressional briefings, hearings, and initiatives. Serves as a policy advisor to the Legislative Affairs Director and Principal Director on Title VII, the Equal Pay Act, the ADEA, Section 501 of the Rehabilitation Act, the ADA, and other equal employment opportunity laws and policies. Provides legislative expertise and guidance to the Legislative Affairs Director and Principal Director and other senior staff on legislative matters affecting the Commission. Identifies and recommends opportunities for the EEOC to establish or expand its legislative presence and strengthen relationships with congressional stakeholders. Communicates Commission policies, legislative priorities, and related guidance to Headquarters and Field Office personnel.

Public Buildings ServiceHQI 81

To evaluate your qualifications, your resume must clearly demonstrate how you meet the specialized experience described below. Your resume must not exceed two pages. To ensure your qualifications can be fully evaluated, we recommend including the following information: Name, address, telephone number, email address; Job Title (if Federal Service, provide series and grade; if not in GS plan, provide GS equivalent grade); Relevant work experience—should include employer name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and descriptions that explain how you meet the required qualifications in the job announcement. Education, certifications or licensures—If the job announcement requires any education, certifications or licensures, make sure to include the required information and any required documents like transcripts. Your resume should contain enough information to make a valid determination that you fully meet experience requirements for each grade level you are applying to. If you do not provide enough information for us to determine your qualifications, you may be rated ineligible. If you have volunteered your service through a National Service program (e.g., Peace Corps, Americorps), we encourage you to apply and include this experience on your resume. The GS-12 salary range starts at $89,508 per year. If you are a new federal employee, your starting salary will likely be set at the Step 1 of the grade for which you are selected. To qualify, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or higher in the Federal service. Specialized experience is experience in the development, application, and interpretation of HVAC systems; equipment inspection; and preventive maintenance programs. Experience must also include providing technical guidance on energy and operational issues to improve efficiency; and the preparation and/or analysis of cost and work measurement reports for building systems. Serves as the technical authority on HVAC Systems and other related mechanical systems and equipment, by inspecting and troubleshooting installed HVAC systems and other related mechanical systems and equipment in Federal facilities, recommending specific repairs, modifications, and/or replacements as required. Develops Independent Government Estimates (IGE's) and Scopes of Work (SOWs) related to HVAC and other related building systems. Develops contract specifications for operation and maintenance, full maintenance, or commercial facility management type contracts. Provides technical advice to the service centers should emergencies develop that cause failure in mechanical equipment and/or building support equipment related to building services and maintenance in ongoing program areas. Prepares inspection reports and identifies and makes recommendations for the resolution of problems involving Building Mechanical and Equipment Systems, lack of personnel, materials, poor workmanship, conditions in need of repair, additional training requirements, and various other related concerns.

Customs and Border ProtectionHQI 83

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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. As a basic requirement, applicants must demonstrate progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level managerial capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Technical Qualifications and Executive Core Qualifications listed below. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the equivalent of the GS-15 grade level in the Federal service or its equivalent with state and local government, the private sector, or non-governmental organizations. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and the Technical Qualifications (TQs) listed below. We recommend that your resume emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed, and your program accomplishments, including results of your actions. The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-ONLY. YOUR RESUME MUST NOT EXCEED 2 PAGES. Any resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. Candidates must possess experience at the senior level (GS-14/15 level or equivalent) in the job-specific Technical Qualifications (TQs). The TQs measure the technical expertise required by this position and must be addressed within your 2-page resume. It is recommended that corresponding TQs be annotated in parenthesis within your 2-page resume. TQ 1: Experience leading intelligence operations, including experience leading technical and human collection intelligence operations. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding: This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency: This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence: This core qualification involves demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People: This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5: Achieving Results: This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. FAILURE TO MEET OR FULLY ADDRESS EACH EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATION AND TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION IN THE RESUME WILL ELIMINATE A CANDIDATE FROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION. If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM-approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you must attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. OPM must authorize any employment offers made to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employees in the executive branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office. As Executive Director, Operations, in the Office of Intelligence, you will oversee and directly support U.S. Customs and Border Protection's (CBP) intelligence and law enforcement operations. You will oversee seven divisions, including: 1) Three Regional Intelligence Centers; 2) Operations; 3) Analysis; 4) Law Enforcement Programs and Technology; and 5) Counter Intelligence You will provide resources, planning, and support for the collection and dissemination of all source information and intelligence to inform operations and decision making. You will oversee programs related to the collection and sharing of information and intelligence obtained by CBP Officers, Border Patrol Agents, and other CBP personnel, and the dissemination and integration of that information to enhance ongoing and planned operations. For an overview of the diverse responsibilities CBP carries out within the Government, visit our website at www.cbp.gov.

Department of State HeadquartersHQI 81

NOTE: Applicants must meet time-in-grade and time after competitive appointment requirements, by the closing date of this announcement. Time-In-Grade Requirements: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions, per 5CFR 300, Subpart F. Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level in the Federal service which provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience providing guidance and training and delegating work to other teammates. Experience communicating and providing analysis on issues related to visa program administration. Experience reviewing, deconflicting disparate opinions on, and providing cohesive recommendations on complex visa cases. Experience preparing case summaries on visa revocations and/or security-related visa ineligibilities. There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-14 position. Leads a team of analysts in a wide range of complex visa and immigration security policy and procedural matters. Performs in-depth reviews of cases to recommend whether a visa should be denied or revoked, based on careful review of case facts and the application of appropriate legal or policy restrictions. Serves as an expert advisor on a broad range of complex issues relating to specific visa screening procedures within the assigned portfolio. Conducts extensive ongoing liaison and coordination with other Department bureaus and offices to share information and to ensure an integrated response to highly complex national security issues. Develops and presents training and briefings to colleagues in the Visa Office on a wide range of topics related to the assigned portfolio.

Immigration and Customs EnforcementHQI 83

Please limit your resume to 2 pages. If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Basic Requirements (IE Educational requirements) Degree: accounting; or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law. (The term "accounting" means "accounting and/or auditing" in this standard. Similarly, "accountant" should be interpreted, generally, as "accountant and/or auditor.") OR Combination of education and experience: at least 4 years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following: Twenty-four semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours of business law; A certificate as Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination; or Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24-semester-hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that which is normally associated with successful completion of the 4-year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements. In addition to the basic requirements listed above: You qualify for the GS-12 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-11 grade level or equivalent performing duties such as: Conducts, participates, establishes, and maintains business processes that contribute to effective management control over program operations. Coordinate and provide input in the development of the Statement of Assurance for financial management processes. Collaborates in the development of milestones, drive and monitor remediation action plans and provide status and progress on corrective actions to senior management. Provides technical assistance in the development of procedural manuals and standard operation procedures Provides training to team members on audit and remediation processes You qualify for the GS-13 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-12 grade level or equivalent performing duties such as: Assists in the development of justification for agency financial/accounting policy and actively participates in senior level agency coordination of accounting issues. Identifies, considers, and resolves a variety of financial-related issues, questions, and problems related to the agency financial management program. Responsible for short and long-range planning and development activities to address current and future requirements of financial reporting and IT operations and to meet established goals and objective Frequently collaborates on reviewing systems and processes to ensure they do not compromise regular reporting requirements. Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. 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. 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. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement. As an Accountant, at the full performance you will perform the following duties: Identifies, considers, and resolves a variety of financial-related issues, questions, and problems related to the agency financial management program. Serves as a secondary communicator with colleagues, agency management and other contacts internal & external to the agency to gather, analyze, and compile financial data to provide financial advisory services and to convey financial in a variety of written forms such as cost, budget, and ad-hoc reports Provides advice to program managers, analyzes, and interprets accounting data and reports and performs financial analysis, forecasts, monitoring and evaluations of progress. Based on results, collaborates, and advises management on methods to increase control over expenditures, collections, and internal controls of processes Coordinates and ensures timely collection and review of data for periodic reporting requirements Provides technical assistance in the development of procedural manuals, methods, and directives Providing training to team members on audit and remediation processes.

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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. Candidates will be hired based on merit and competence. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy technical qualifications. TQ 1. Broad knowledge, experience, and a record of accomplishment with respect to the formulation, management, and administration of a diverse audit plan within a large organization, which includes audits of major agency programs to assess program performance and financial compliance; financial statement auditing; single audit monitoring; and audits of grants and contracts. TQ 2. Experience conveying, justifying and or defending both orally and in writing highly sensitive or technical audit findings and recommendations to senior management, senior government officials, members of a legislative body, or appropriate judicial authority. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Note: If you are a Career member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. Leads an effective and comprehensive nationwide audit program designed to assess and promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness of DOL programs and to assess Departmental compliance with various statutes. Provides executive leadership for a broad portfolio of financial and performance audits involving major Agency programs, operations, and federally funded activities, with a focus on accountability, compliance, and program effectiveness. Keeps the Inspector General and senior Department leadership informed of significant audit findings and recommendations for appropriate action; identifies and communicates trends in specific programs disclosed through audit work; and provides objective appraisals of Departmental programs and activities based on audit results. Provides strategic direction for the policies, procedures, and professional standards governing the conduct of audit work, including audits performed under contract by independent public accounting firms. Balances resources as needed and leads the conduct of audits/reviews as may be requested by the Inspector General regarding unusual situations having Department-wide implications.

Immigration and Customs EnforcementHQI 83

Please limit your resume to 2 pages. If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Basic Requirements (IOR): Degree: history; or related field that included at least 18 semester hours in history. OR Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in history, or a major in a related field that included at least 18 semester hours in history, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Evaluation of Graduate Education Graduate study in the social sciences or humanities may also be credited when such study included training in historical research methodology; or the thesis approached the subject from an historical viewpoint and used professional historical research methodology and techniques in its preparation. ADDITIONAL Requirement: To be considered minimally qualified for this position, in addition to the Basic Requirement above, you must demonstrate that you have the required specialized experience and/or education below for the grade level for which you are applying. You qualify for the GS-14 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-13 grade level or equivalent performing duties such as: Conducting academic research or similar field research in the Middle East, Africa, the Balkans/Europe, or Latin America; Conducting research in archives or repositories that house foreign records, documents, and materials and/or oral history interviews related to twentieth century conflicts where human rights violations were perpetrated; Assembling detailed research findings and recommending next steps to be taken to further a research project; and Presenting research findings for varying audiences. If applying as a Middle East specialist, proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable for completing research-related tasks and may enhance the applicant's ability to perform the duties of this position. If applying as a specialist in other geographic regions (Africa; Balkans/Europe; Latin America), proficiency in relevant language(s) is highly desirable for completing research-related tasks and may enhance the applicant's ability to perform the duties of this position. Applicants who possess language skills are encouraged to include relevant details in their application. Note: Applicants should indicate their region of expertise and relevant language proficiency in their resume. Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. 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. 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. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement. Note: One or more positions may be filled using this vacancy announcement. Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions. The selected historian will join the Human Rights Violators Law Division (HRVLD) as a regional specialist and be part of a team that investigates and prosecutes human rights violators and war criminals. HRVLD historians are experts on the history of twentieth century conflicts or regimes in which human rights abuses were perpetrated and have broad knowledge of relevant historical literature and of domestic, foreign, and international archives, and similar repositories containing records pertinent to the investigations of human rights violations and war crimes. HRVLD is recruiting a Middle East expert; candidates with desired expertise in Africa, the Balkans/Europe, and Latin America are also encouraged to apply. HRVLD historians conduct case-related investigative research as part of regionally focused teams at the Homeland Security Investigations led Human Rights Violators and War Crimes Center. The teams work to identify, investigate, and prosecute criminal and immigration cases against individuals in the U.S. who have been involved in persecution, genocide, extrajudicial killing, torture, severe violations of religious freedom, female genital mutilation, the use or recruitment of child soldiers, war crimes or other human rights violations, as well as to seek the subsequent removal of these individuals from the United States. As a Historian, you will perform the following duties: Demonstrate a high degree of resourcefulness, ingenuity, tenacity and creative thinking in conducting research. Synthesize and contextualize research findings for varying audiences. Organize, track, and account for documents and sources reviewed or collected on a large-scale research project. Analyze primary source materials to prepare status reports detailing progress in investigative research.

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Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision. Knowledge of warehousing methods, procedures and techniques.** Ability to receive, locate, store, ship, load, unload, and package materials.** Ability to operate material moving equipment and vehicles.** Ability to interpret and apply a variety of guidelines and/or regulations.** Ability to utilize computer technology and software applications. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing. This position is located in the Deposit Copies Storage Section, Records Management Division, Office of Copyright Records, Copyright Office. As the Materials Handler you will: Serve as senior member on the team, accountable to the Deposit Copies Storage Section Supervisor. Perform daily activities, to include but not limited to being responsible for ensuring proper handling and security of sensitive materials. Handle or oversee one or more product lines; a segment of a large warehouse; or a smaller warehouse or supply facility. Perform a high degree of independence in determining sequences of loading and unloading, developing space utilization plans, and implementing the movement of materials from dock to bin or from storage to shipping. Ensure safe receipt, storage, and movement of materials in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements. Assist with the disposal of materials not meeting the criteria. Perform routine maintenance on the powered equipment, as outlined by equipment manufactures. Provide assistance in developing plans for storage and arrangement of records and deposits in accordance with agency regulations that determine the configuration set-up, movement, rearrangement, and traffic flow of materials. Assist in the absence of the supervisor and senior clerks, the incumbent may be assigned responsibility for day-to-day operational activities. Perform screening of shipping and receiving documents to identify discrepancies. Coordinate incoming and outgoing shipments and placement of materials with the docking area. The incumbent will receive formal and on-the-job training to oversee hazardous materials in accordance with safety regulations. Perform other duties as assigned. The position description number for this position is 108510. This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position. The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area.

Immigration and Customs EnforcementHQI 83

Please limit your resume to 2 pages. If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Basic Requirements (IOR): Degree: history; or related field that included at least 18 semester hours in history. OR Combination of education and experience: courses equivalent to a major in history, or a major in a related field that included at least 18 semester hours in history, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Evaluation of Graduate Education Graduate study in the social sciences or humanities may also be credited when such study included training in historical research methodology; or the thesis approached the subject from an historical viewpoint and used professional historical research methodology and techniques in its preparation. ADDITIONAL Requirement: To be considered minimally qualified for this position, in addition to the Basic Requirement above, you must demonstrate that you have the required specialized experience and/or education below for the grade level for which you are applying. You qualify for the GS-15 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-14 grade level or equivalent performing duties such as: Designing and conducting a multi-year research project(s) that included primary source research in the Middle East, Africa, the Balkans/Europe, or Latin America; Participating in academic peer review, OR participating in a role overseeing research work products; Assembling and/or presenting authoritative human rights information for formal distribution or review, meticulously presenting original research findings and conclusions; and Organizing, tracking, citing, and accounting for documents and sources reviewed or collected in a large-scale research project. If applying as a Middle East specialist, proficiency in Arabic is highly desirable for completing research-related tasks and may enhance the applicant's ability to perform the duties of this position. If applying as a specialist in other geographic regions (Africa; Balkans/Europe; Latin America), proficiency in relevant language(s) is highly desirable for completing research-related tasks and may enhance the applicant's ability to perform the duties of this position. Applicants who possess language skills are encouraged to include relevant details in their application. Note: Applicants should indicate their region of expertise and relevant language proficiency in their resume. Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualification claims will be subject to verification. 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. 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. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps, VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement. Note: One or more positions may be filled using this vacancy announcement. Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions. The selected historian will join the Human Rights Violators Law Division(HRVLD) as a regional specialist and be part of a team that investigates and prosecutes human rights violators and war criminals. HRVLD historians are experts on the history of twentieth century conflicts or regimes in which human rights abuses were perpetrated and have broad knowledge of relevant historical literature and of domestic, foreign, and international archives, and similar repositories containing records pertinent to the investigations of human rights violations and war crimes. HRVLD is recruiting a Middle East expert; candidates with desired expertise in Africa, the Balkans/Europe, and Latin America are also encouraged to apply. HRVLD historians conduct case-related investigative research as part of regionally focused teams at the Homeland Security Investigations led Human Rights Violators and War Crimes Center. The teams work to identify, investigate, and prosecute criminal and immigration cases against individuals in the U.S. who have been involved in persecution, genocide, extrajudicial killing, torture, severe violations of religious freedom, female genital mutilation, the use or recruitment of child soldiers, war crimes or other human rights violations, as well as to seek the subsequent removal of these individuals from the United States. As a Historian, you will perform the following duties: Demonstrate a high degree of resourcefulness, ingenuity, tenacity and creative thinking in conducting research. Synthesize and contextualize research findings for varying audiences. Organize, track, and account for documents and sources reviewed or collected on a large-scale research project. Analyze primary source materials to prepare status reports detailing progress in investigative research. Mentor, guide, and monitor the work of junior researchers or program analysts.

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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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs). MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION (MTQ): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the following technical qualification. MTQ 1: Demonstrated executive leadership in directing the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the operations of a General Counsel's office or a similar legal office within an organization, a federal or state agency, or a law firm. MTQ 2: Demonstrated experience in or with a regulatory or civil law enforcement program, including providing strategic direction and operational execution. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. This position serves as the Deputy General Counsel in the Office of the General Counsel (OGC). OGC provides legal services to the Commission under the Shipping Act and related statutes, including the agency's competition oversight role (akin to antitrust merger review), and represents the agency in federal district and circuit courts. In this capacity, the responsibilities of the Deputy General Counsel include: Works with the General Counsel to establish program objectives and priorities necessary to meet the agency's mission and statutory responsibilities. Identifies and implements priorities for the Office. Provide legal and policy advice to the Chairman, Commissioners, and other high-level agency employees; managing the production of legal, economic and policy analysis in docketed proceedings before the agency; managing litigation before the federal courts; and acting as the General Counsel in the absence of the General Counsel. Represents the Commission in meetings and negotiations with representatives of the shipping industry, other federal government agencies, representatives of foreign governments, members of Congress, and congressional committees. Directs economic analysis related to antitrust-exempt agreements, agreement monitoring and evaluation, and the assessment of controlled carrier rates and charges, including evaluating competitive impacts and determining whether legal or regulatory action is warranted. Supervises the work within the Office of the General Counsel on international affairs, foreign shipping practices, diplomatic concerns, and liaison relationships with other federal components including the Department of State and the Department of Homeland Security.

Smithsonian InstitutionHQI 83

Experience: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal Service. For this position, specialized experience is defined executing comprehensive facilities planning and operations programs for a museum, cultural institution, or similarly complex organization, including developing and implementing policies, standards, and management strategies for maintenance, life safety, security, sustainability, emergency preparedness, space management, and logistics; leading major facilities renovation, construction, or infrastructure improvement projects; advising senior leadership on facilities and operational matters; and ensuring the effective stewardship, functionality, and long-term sustainability of facilities and infrastructure. Your resume must be no more than two (2) pages and should clearly demonstrate how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and specialized experience required for this position. Do not copy language directly from the vacancy announcement, as you will be deemed ineligible for consideration. Instead, provide detailed, descriptive information about your actual 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. Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week. The primary purpose of this position is to oversee all integrated facility and logistics functions for NMAH, including construction, maintenance, security, safety, emergency management, landscaping, and sustainability, ensuring alignment with the museum's strategic plan. In this position, you: Provide leadership for long-term infrastructure projects, direct and evaluate the Facilities Planning and Operations Division, and advise the NMAH Director on technical and operational matters. Coordinate with multiple SI offices to develop and manage an integrated, multi-faceted facility program by identifying and communicating facility requirements and needs based on a strategic plan and priorities for research, programs, and exhibits, as well as operational needs, in consultation with cross-disciplinary staff. Participate in and provide detailed guidance and assistance to leadership and museum staff on construction projects, including relocation plans, exhibition and office configurations, operating logistics, and support services. Lead and manage the safety program to ensure a safe facility environment for staff, contractors, fellows, interns, volunteers, and visitors using facility spaces in Washington, DC, and Maryland. Supervise several positions performing work at various grade levels, directing, reviewing, and evaluating work to be accomplished.

Smithsonian InstitutionHQI 83

Experience: You qualify for this position if you have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal Service. For this position, specialized experience is defined executing comprehensive facilities planning and operations programs for a museum, cultural institution, or similarly complex organization, including developing and implementing policies, standards, and management strategies for maintenance, life safety, security, sustainability, emergency preparedness, space management, and logistics; leading major facilities renovation, construction, or infrastructure improvement projects; advising senior leadership on facilities and operational matters; and ensuring the effective stewardship, functionality, and long-term sustainability of facilities and infrastructure. Your resume must be no more than two (2) pages and should clearly demonstrate how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and specialized experience required for this position. Do not copy language directly from the vacancy announcement, as you will be deemed ineligible for consideration. Instead, provide detailed, descriptive information about your actual 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. Part-time and/or unpaid experience related to this position will be considered to determine the total number of years and months of experience. Be sure to note the number of paid or unpaid hours worked each week. The primary purpose of this position is to oversee all integrated facility and logistics functions for NMAH, including construction, maintenance, security, safety, emergency management, landscaping, and sustainability, ensuring alignment with the museum's strategic plan. In this position, you will: Provide leadership for long-term infrastructure projects, direct and evaluate the Facilities Planning and Operations Division, and advise the NMAH Director on technical and operational matters. Coordinate with multiple SI offices to develop and manage an integrated, multi-faceted facility program by identifying and communicating facility requirements and needs based on a strategic plan and priorities for research, programs, and exhibits, as well as operational needs, in consultation with cross-disciplinary staff. Participate in and provide detailed guidance and assistance to leadership and museum staff on construction projects, including relocation plans, exhibition and office configurations, operating logistics, and support services. Lead and manage the safety program to ensure a safe facility environment for staff, contractors, fellows, interns, volunteers, and visitors using facility spaces in Washington, DC, and Maryland. Supervise several positions performing work at various grade levels, directing, reviewing, and evaluating work to be accomplished.

Offices, Boards and DivisionsHQI 83

Required Qualifications: Interested applicants must possess a J.D., or equivalent, degree, be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of any State, territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia, and be an active member of the bar in good standing. Grade Specific Qualifications: To qualify at the GS-13 grade level, applicants must have at least one and a half (1.5) years post J.D. legal experience, one of which was specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-12 grade level. Examples of specialized experience include: performing basic legal analysis and formulating recommendations to senior managers; composing legal memoranda, reports, and position papers on legislative history, laws, regulations, and court opinions in support of civil or criminal litigation. To qualify at the GS-14 grade level, applicants must have at least two and a half (2.5) years post J.D. legal experience, one of which was specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-13 grade level. Examples of specialized experience include: performing legal analysis and formulating recommendations to senior managers; composing pleadings, briefs, and other court documents involving legal issues in civil or criminal litigation; and conducting civil or criminal litigation. To qualify at the GS-15 grade level, applicants must have at least four (4) years post J.D. legal experience, one of which was specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-14 grade level. Examples of specialized experience include: independently performing legal analysis; composing pleadings, briefs and other court documents involving unique and/or difficult legal issues in civil or criminal litigation; conducting highly complex civil or criminal litigation; and leading paralegals and support staff. Preferred Qualifications: The ability to analyze and evaluate written materials; The ability to offer written or oral recommendations on complex questions involving substantive and procedural aspects of Departmental policies and regulations; The ability to carry a significant caseload and to work independently; The ability to develop and maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with a variety of federal, state, and local entities, and the private bar; The ability to demonstrate sound legal judgment; The ability to meet a deadline; The ability to function effectively in time-sensitive situations; and The ability to communicate both orally and in writing. The incumbent is an Attorney Advisor in MNF's Program Management and Training Unit (PMTU). As an Attorney Advisor in PMTU, the incumbent's duties include: Analyze and offer recommendations on complex questions involving substantive and procedural aspects of remission law, arising from application of regulations concerning whether a particular petitioner is eligible for remission, sufficiency of petitioner's supporting evidence, and priorities among classes of victims; Make recommendations to MNF and PMTU leadership on asset forfeiture and victim compensation issues based on an analytical review of the governing statutes, regulations, and Departmental policy; Retrieve information from Departmental databases and claimant/victim sources; maintain confidentiality and integrity of all information and data pursuant Departmental requirements; prepare complete and accurate status reports of claims and case work and performance statistics; Develop and maintain working relationships with partners at U.S. Attorney's Offices, other litigating components, and federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies who are directly involved in the seizure and forfeiture of assets; Work with U.S. Attorney's Offices, federal law enforcement and regulatory agencies, and the private bar to coordinate the return of forfeiture proceeds to victims of crime; Conduct training for federal partners on interplay of asset forfeiture and victim compensation; Critically analyze complex statutes, regulations, legal precedents, and other legal documents; Carry a significant caseload of remission matters and other types of formal and informal requests for which MNF has decision-making accountability or consulting responsibilities; and Prepare concise and cogent memoranda making recommendations whether petitioners qualify for remission under the applicable remission regulations.

National Institute of Standards and TechnologyHQI 76

Knowledge of federal grant regulations and policies. Ability to independently develop/implement a program/policy, interpret and apply complex regulations, define project objectives, recommend solutions, exercise professional leadership, and defend recommendations. Advanced knowledge of the programs directed and the ability to influence, motivate, or persuade persons or groups or take actions related to advancing the program/organization fundamental goals and objectives. Oversee activities spanning the full award lifecycle. Own progressing administrative steps within the process. Conduct quality control reviews. Develop policies, procedures, and performance measures. Ensure policies and procedures reflect best practices and comply with all regulations. Keep leadership informed of performance. Refine and develop internal controls to ensure compliance and audit readiness. Perform complex operational and programmatic analyses. Develop and implement recommendations responsive to analyses findings. Identify areas of improvement and implement scalable solutions across the program. Plan, assign, and review work completed by staff. Provide excellent customer service and communication to internal and external stakeholders while pre-emptively identifying their needs.

Office of the Secretary of the InteriorHQI 83

All qualifications must be met by the closing date of this announcement - 10/22/2026 - unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement. Competitive candidates must also meet Time-in-Grade requirements as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. For current Federal employees, if hours worked per week are not included on your resume, you must submit a non-award SF-50 as part of your application to be used to validate your work schedule and determine the amount of specialized experience that you will be granted. An award SF-50 will not be acceptable documentation for which to consider your amount of qualifying experience. For periods of time that reflect military service, the DD-214 or Statement of Service is sufficient to meet the work schedule requirement as the service dates will be reflected. For all other applicants who are not current federal employees, your resume must state either "full-time" (or "40 hours a week") or "part-time" with the number of hours worked per week to ensure proper crediting of specialized experience. Experience: To qualify, you must possess at least one full year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service (obtained in either the public or private sectors). Specialized experience is defined as demonstrated experience: drafting policies and procedures for space management to ensure compliance with organizational policies; use of computer aided design (CAD) and other tools for recordkeeping with regards to space management; and representing the organization with key stakeholders such as senior officials and outside agencies. You must include hours per week worked. 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. Some of the major duties you will perform include but are not limited to the following: Provides space planning, recordkeeping, and forecasting for the DOI Headquarters and other OS locations globally. Represents DOI with regards to the General Services Administration (GSA), which owns the DOI Headquarters and provides the bulk of leasing services for the Department. Provides routine reporting with scope impacting official reporting to Congress and the formulation of the President's budget on topics including Use It Act compliance and the Federal Real Property Portfolio. Ensures space at DOI facilities is allocated efficiently and in compliance with governing rules and regulations. Provides expertise and guidance to senior DOI officials on space management policies and regulations.