GOVERNMENT INFORMATION SPECIALIST

Summary

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Program Administrator and Subject Matter Expert AFOSI Information Release Program. Plans, develops, and establishes program guidance, assessments, requirements, and advisory services for the AFOSI Information Release program. Responsible for end-to-end program oversight across the AFOS Investigations worldwide.

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Duties

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• Program Administrator and Subject Matter Expert AFOSI Information Release Program. As Information Release Program manager, incumbent manages the end-to-end processes for AFOSI Information Release. Provides strategic planning and technical guidance as well as seasoned consultative advisory services throughout HQ AFOSI, including other specialists in HQ AFOSI, on the effective use of program(s) to support goals and objectives.
• Conducts and/or leads studies and/or initiatives to improve program(s) and/or influence policy changes for assigned functional areas that typically involve highly complex, and often sensitive topics. Prepares and oversees preparation of instructions, manuals, and other materials designed to improve effectiveness of operations and programs.
• Provides advisory services to managers, supervisors, and employees on Information Release program(s). Communicates with heads of organizational elements to negotiate, decide on, schedule, and coordinate supporting services and resources provided through a matrix organization. Provides advice and guidance and/or renders decisions on specific problems.
• Information Release Training and Program Specific Duties. Directly training all incoming release FOIA/PA and Agency Release specialist, tracking and report training progress to Supervisor, makes recommendations on promotions and step-increases based on performance. Evaluates work in progress, and spot checks work not requiring review as training progresses. Incumbent will amend or reject work reviewed not meeting established standards.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at:
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• The incumbent may be required to work extended or other than normal duty hours to include evenings and weekends.
• Computer skills are required
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance.
• The incumbent must undergo an internal background investigation by AFOSI and must be approved for duty by the Commander of AFOSI or the Commander's designated representative(s).

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12 , or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include: applying a wide range of qualitative or quantitative methods to improve complex management processes and systems or program effectiveness; applying policies, concepts, and procedures to effectively administer Information Release Programs; applying organizational and industry concepts, laws, principles, practices, procedures, and standards for organization FOIA and PA programs; develop, revise, and advise on programs to meet goals and objectives within available resources; conduct studies for the resolution of substantive organizational and program issues or complex problems; skill in communicating, both orally and in writing; provide seasoned consulting to operating managers and other specialists; professional knowledge of the FOIA and PA to include the computer matching and Privacy Protection Act of 1988, recent judicial decisions affecting the FOIA and PA policy of the organization, applying FOIA regulations; ability to work efficiently and professionally with the FOIA/PA offices of other organizations; complex research and analysis to prepare in-depth reports on significant, high visibility inquires and appeals received under the FOIA and PA on a variety of complex information requests.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA) to include the computer matching and Privacy Protection Act of 1988, recent judicial decisions affecting the FOIA and PA policy of the Department of Justice, DOD Directives, and agency FOIA regulations.

2. Knowledge at an expert level of analytical and evaluative methods, including a wide range of qualitative and quantitative techniques, plus a thorough understanding of how regulatory programs are administered to measure compliance, assess effectiveness, identify deficiencies, analyze trends, and make recommendations for enhancements and improvements of programs and the resolution of problems.

3. Knowledge of organizational structures, missions, objectives, operating programs, key positions, and administrative policies and procedures, which are frequently ad hoc team efforts, to identify, consider, and recommend options for the resolution of substantive organizational and program issues or complex problems not susceptible to treatment by standard methods.

4. Skill in justifying, defending, and recommending decisions on an end-to-end program within a matrix organization.

5. Skill in communicating, both orally and in writing, to provide seasoned consulting to operating managers and other specialists; lead team studies, negotiate complex, controversial issues; provide informational briefings to include options and recommendations to high level management; and establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships.

6. Ability to develop new or revised policies and modify existing procedures and instructions pertaining to the administration and implementation of the Information Release programs. Ability to work independently, and with minimal supervision and guidance and provide training and feedback to program team members.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here .

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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.

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