Senior Policy Analyst

Summary View Common Definitions of terms found in this announcement. Organizational Location This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Office of Policy, in Washington, District of Columbia. This is a non‑bargaining unit position. Duties Provides advice and counsel on sensitive and controversial policy matters for the immigration and law enforcement domains to senior leadership and internal and external stakeholders. Coordinates and implements policy initiatives across the ICE mission space. Leads the drafting and updating of major and complex policies and directives with direct impact to immigration and law enforcement activities. Develops working relationships within unit and across Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Conducts research to support guidance materials of administrative law, immigration procedures, and/or law enforcement operations. Independently drafts immigration and/or law enforcement operations policy documents with minimal supervision. Provides advice and technical guidance on policy implementation related to immigration procedures and/or law enforcement policy. Requirements You must be a U.S. citizen. You must successfully pass a background investigation. You must successfully pass a drug screen. Males born after 12/31/59 must certify registration with Selective Service. Meet all requirements by the closing date of the announcement. Probationary period: This is a full‑time permanent position; you may be required to serve a one‑year probationary period. Qualifications At least one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS‑13 level or equivalent performing duties such as: research to support guidance materials; drafting immigration/law enforcement policy documents; providing advice and technical guidance on policy implementation. Eligible for National Service Experience credit for paid and unpaid volunteer work. Current or former political appointees must disclose information and obtain OPM authorization. Benefits DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, long‑term care insurance, retirement plan, THS plan, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, paid federal holidays, telework, tuition reimbursement, transportation subsidies, uniform allowance, wellness programs, and disability veteran leave. #J-18808-Ljbffr