PERSONNEL SECURITY ASSISTANT
The Personnel Security Assistant performs work related to the collection, organization and/or tracking of information in support of the Personnel Security Program. Major Duties include but are not limited to:
Initiating, reviewing, and approving background cases for release to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) in compliance with policies relating to completion of suitability investigations for Federal employees and others requiring background investigations for non-sensitive and public trust positions. Evaluating applicants' eligibility and identity, taking applicants' photos, composing and printing applicants' ID cards, administering proximity access on cards, and approve or deny applicants' request. Review position risk sensitivity levels as assistant to the Personnel Security Specialist. Serves as the initial point of contact for new appointees including but not limited to paid or without compensation employees, volunteers, students, residents, and contractors. Reviews information submitted by the requesting office to validate level of background required information into a local data base tracking system and refers appointee for fingerprinting. Regularly monitors the status of specific pending items, compiles data to produce reports, follows up to determine status and records results. Initiates, reviews and releases appointees background investigations in the OPM's Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Processing (e-QIP) system or in conjunction with the VA- Adjudication Center (VA-AC). Works with applicants who may be experiencing difficulties with completion of electronic forms related to the background screening process. Also works with Recruitment and Staffing to assure required background documents are complete and accurate as per policy. Requests information from various law enforcement agencies and courts. Assures that the approving official is kept informed of these actions. Support the programming of PIV cards after being manufactured. Perform minor PIV troubleshooting of the PIV System during malfunctions and resolve system issues. Responsible for maintaining an in-depth working knowledge of PIV role holder responsibilities. Provides technical advice and guidance to employees, contractors, affiliates, and volunteers regarding matters pertaining to the PIV Program. Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday 8:
00am-4:
30pm Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#:
PERSONNEL SECURITY ASSISTANT/PD01076A, PD01077A, and PD01068A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required To qualify for this position, all requirements of the position must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, 06/29/2020. NOTE:
Position/s will be filled at the GS-05 or GS-06 level, with promotion potential to the full performance GS 07 level. Position/s will also be filled at the GS-07 level, for qualifying candidates. Time-In-Grade Requirement:
Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. GS-05 Time-in-Grade:
GS-04 position or higher in the preceding 52 weeks on a permanent competitive appointment may be considered. GS-06 Time-in-Grade:
Current or former federal employees who have held a GS position in the preceding 52 weeks, must meet the time in grade requirement. Applicant must have served 52 weeks as a GS-05 or higher grade in Federal Service. GS-07 Time-in-Grade:
Current or former federal employees who have held a GS position in the preceding 52 weeks, must meet the time in grade requirement. Applicant must have served 52 weeks as a GS-06 or higher grade in Federal Service. Note:
Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. Specialized
Experience:
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Upon completion of satisfactory performance at the lower grade level (GS-05) and upon meeting regulatory requirements, the incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to the targeted grade. Regulatory Requirements Promotion to the next higher grade is not guaranteed and depends on:
(a) the incumbent's demonstration of the ability to perform the duties of the next higher grade to the satisfaction of the supervisor; and (b) the availability and time-in-grade requirements for a higher grade in a career ladder is, in and of itself, only an indicator of eligibility, not an absolute guarantee for such a promotion. Physical Requirements:
The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, small boxes, or books. Work Environment:
The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, or libraries. The work area is adequately lit, heated, and ventilated. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Initiating, reviewing, and approving background cases for release to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) in compliance with policies relating to completion of suitability investigations for Federal employees and others requiring background investigations for non-sensitive and public trust positions. Evaluating applicants' eligibility and identity, taking applicants' photos, composing and printing applicants' ID cards, administering proximity access on cards, and approve or deny applicants' request. Review position risk sensitivity levels as assistant to the Personnel Security Specialist. Serves as the initial point of contact for new appointees including but not limited to paid or without compensation employees, volunteers, students, residents, and contractors. Reviews information submitted by the requesting office to validate level of background required information into a local data base tracking system and refers appointee for fingerprinting. Regularly monitors the status of specific pending items, compiles data to produce reports, follows up to determine status and records results. Initiates, reviews and releases appointees background investigations in the OPM's Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Processing (e-QIP) system or in conjunction with the VA- Adjudication Center (VA-AC). Works with applicants who may be experiencing difficulties with completion of electronic forms related to the background screening process. Also works with Recruitment and Staffing to assure required background documents are complete and accurate as per policy. Requests information from various law enforcement agencies and courts. Assures that the approving official is kept informed of these actions. Support the programming of PIV cards after being manufactured. Perform minor PIV troubleshooting of the PIV System during malfunctions and resolve system issues. Responsible for maintaining an in-depth working knowledge of PIV role holder responsibilities. Provides technical advice and guidance to employees, contractors, affiliates, and volunteers regarding matters pertaining to the PIV Program. Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday 8:
00am-4:
30pm Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#:
PERSONNEL SECURITY ASSISTANT/PD01076A, PD01077A, and PD01068A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required To qualify for this position, all requirements of the position must be met by the closing date of the vacancy announcement, 06/29/2020. NOTE:
Position/s will be filled at the GS-05 or GS-06 level, with promotion potential to the full performance GS 07 level. Position/s will also be filled at the GS-07 level, for qualifying candidates. Time-In-Grade Requirement:
Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. GS-05 Time-in-Grade:
GS-04 position or higher in the preceding 52 weeks on a permanent competitive appointment may be considered. GS-06 Time-in-Grade:
Current or former federal employees who have held a GS position in the preceding 52 weeks, must meet the time in grade requirement. Applicant must have served 52 weeks as a GS-05 or higher grade in Federal Service. GS-07 Time-in-Grade:
Current or former federal employees who have held a GS position in the preceding 52 weeks, must meet the time in grade requirement. Applicant must have served 52 weeks as a GS-06 or higher grade in Federal Service. Note:
Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. Specialized
Experience:
You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Note:
A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Upon completion of satisfactory performance at the lower grade level (GS-05) and upon meeting regulatory requirements, the incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to the targeted grade. Regulatory Requirements Promotion to the next higher grade is not guaranteed and depends on:
(a) the incumbent's demonstration of the ability to perform the duties of the next higher grade to the satisfaction of the supervisor; and (b) the availability and time-in-grade requirements for a higher grade in a career ladder is, in and of itself, only an indicator of eligibility, not an absolute guarantee for such a promotion. Physical Requirements:
The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, small boxes, or books. Work Environment:
The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, or libraries. The work area is adequately lit, heated, and ventilated. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https:
//www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.
- Department:
0086 Security Clerical and Assistance - Salary Range:
$42,592 to $68,581 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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