Personnel Security Specialist

Duties You will serve as a Personnel Security Specialist and be responsible for serving as a member of the Adjudicative Team; processing security clearance actions for various personnel groups; providing customer service; and supporting communications, records maintenance, quality control, and policy coordination for the Security Center, including interim clearances, SCI access, and HSPD-12 activities. Typical Assignments Retrieves electronic files, reviews documents, requests previous investigations conducted by outside agencies, and makes appropriate database entries. Reviews investigative submissions to determine whether individuals meet criteria for interim clearance or pre-appointment, as applicable. Intakes case documents, scopes and prepares clearance and suitability applications. Initiates, coordinates, processes, and reviews requests for security clearances. Scopes submitted documents and electronic security questionnaire to ensure accuracy and completeness; captures, processes, or validates fingerprint submissions. Reasonable Accommodation If you have a disability covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Bas­ ed Assessments, you may request a reasonable accommodation. Requests must be received prior to the assessments. Conditions of Employment All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Must be a U.S. Citizen. Must be registered or exempt from the Selective Service. May be required to complete a one‑year probationary period. Must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation. This position requires a Top Secret clearance. This is not a bargaining‑unit position. Federal salary payments must be made by direct deposit. Must pass a pre‑employment drug test. OPM must authorize employment offers for current or former political appointees. Qualifications To qualify at the GS‑09 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS‑07 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to personnel security. Review personnel security forms and supporting documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with federal investigative standards before submitting cases for initiation. Verify and extract applicant and investigation data in automated systems (e.g., CVS, NBIS) and verify accuracy to support case processing and adjudicative workflows. Conduct preliminary checks including fingerprint results, employment verification, and criminal history queries to identify potential issues requiring further review. Monitor investigation status and communicate with investigative service providers and agency security officials to resolve delays or information gaps. NOTE: All experience statements copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. Education There is no positive education requirement for this position. If you choose to include education on your resume, provide only attendance and/or degrees from accredited institutions. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application; official transcripts must be provided prior to appointment if required. Foreign education may be used to meet qualification requirements if you can show that it is comparable to U.S. accredited education. How You Will Be Evaluated Accountability Attention to Detail Customer Service Decision Making Flexibility Integrity and Honesty Interpersonal Skills Learning Reading Comprehension Reasoning Self‑Management Stress Tolerance Teamwork Benefits Health, dental, vision, life, and long‑term care insurance Retirement plan (Thrift Savings Plan similar to 401(k)) Flexible Spending Account Employee Assistance Program Personal leave days and paid federal holidays Tuition reimbursement Transportation subsidies Uniform allowance Health and wellness programs and fitness facilities #J-18808-Ljbffr Coast Guard