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posted_at: 9 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 132,368 a year
As a senior specialist, performs a variety of grants management oversight functions. This unit administers the National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP), NCHIP Supplemental Funding under the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, the NICS Act Record Improvement Program (NARIP), and the State Justice Statistics (SJS) program. These programmatic efforts play an important role in building and maintaining an information infrastructure needed for
As a senior specialist, performs a variety of grants management oversight functions. This unit administers the National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP), NCHIP Supplemental Funding under the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, the NICS Act Record Improvement Program (NARIP), and the State Justice Statistics (SJS) program. These programmatic efforts play an important role in building and maintaining an information infrastructure needed for criminal justice decision makers.
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posted_at: 20 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Technology and Standards Advisor Job in Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job)
Vacancy No. JP-23-034 Department Office of Justice Programs
Salary $116,393.00 to $151,308.00 Grade 14 to 14
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 5/10/2023 Close Date 5/24/2023
Job Link Who may apply Public
Locations:
Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job)
Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully)
Summary
This position is located in the U.S. Department
Technology and Standards Advisor Job in Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job)
Vacancy No. JP-23-034 Department Office of Justice Programs
Salary $116,393.00 to $151,308.00 Grade 14 to 14
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 5/10/2023 Close Date 5/24/2023
Job Link Who may apply Public
Locations:
Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job)
Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully)
Summary
This position is located in the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), National Institute of Justice (NIJ), Office of Research, Evaluation, and Technology (ORET), Technology and Standards Division (TSD) in Washington, D.C. The National Institute of Justice is the research, development, and evaluation agency of the U.S. Department of Justice.
This job is open to
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service... federal employees.
Individuals with disabilities
Land & base management
Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.
Military spouses
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista
Special authorities
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
Veterans
Clarification from the agency
Applicants must be U.S. Citizens. Applicants will be considered under Delegated Examining and/or Merit Promotion procedures based upon eligibility.
Duties
(The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position)
Serves as an agency-wide engineering expert on the most challenging problems in technology, standards, and conformity assessment applied to criminal justice and public safety.
Consults with Federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement on technology-focused research, development, and evaluation projects related to criminal justice policy and practice in the U.S.
Evaluates the value and applicability of new or improved technology, strategies, trends, or applications, assesses the implementation of technology, and makes recommendations.
Furthers NIJ's mission by developing strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including foreign government agencies with similar interests to NIJ.
Discusses technology and technology-related matters with Federal counterparts to assess suitability of existing technology application for criminal justice purposes and deconflict NIJ funding with other Federal research investments.
Coordinates NIJ's standards development activities, which includes the full lifecycle of developing and publishing new equipment performance standards and revising and publishing existing equipment performance standards.
Develops and maintains strategic partnerships with private-sector standards development organizations (SDO) and other government agencies involved with standards.
Consults with law enforcement practitioners to establish performance requirements for various equipment used by the practitioner community, such as body armor, firearms, helmets, shields, restraints, bomb suits, and other personal protective equipment.
Consults with testing laboratories, industry, and other stakeholders to understand and establish testing requirements, procedures, and practices as well as develops and tests new technologies, methods, approaches, and guides.
Reviews existing standards published by SDOs or other government agencies to determine whether they would meet the needs of the criminal justice system and makes recommendations.
Applies knowledge of mechanical engineering, materials science, and electrical engineering, among other technical disciplines, to the development of new standards or revision of existing standards involving body armor and other equipment.
Coordinates NIJ's conformity assessment activities, including the certification of products and providing guidance on selection, use, and care of products and technology based on existing standards and best practices.
Provides oversight of the NIJ Compliance Testing Program for body armor and other law enforcement equipment.
Coordinates NIJ's policies and activities with accreditation bodies, testing laboratories, inspection bodies, certification bodies, and other conformity assessment organization, as appropriate.
Serves on external technical committees, including those at the highest levels in the Federal Government, dealing with standards and conformity assessment.
Conducts intramural research on technology and standards topics related to criminal justice and public safety, such as literature reviews, environmental scans, data collections, data analyses, position papers, or original experimental research.
Provides leadership on highly complex issues of critical importance in the criminal justice system and advises other specialists on highly complex and unprecedented problems.
Publishes a variety of materials within subject matter expertise, including peer-reviewed journal articles, conference proceedings, articles in professional or industry journals, or agency publications and online resources.
Develops concepts for extramural grant solicitations based on research priorities that address the most pressing needs of the criminal justice system in the United States and develops grant funding recommendations for NIJ leadership.
Advises NIJ grant staff on the programmatic aspects of grants and cooperative agreements focusing on testing and evaluation of technology, technology implementation in the criminal justice system, standards development, and conformity assessment.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
US Citizenship Required. Applicants must also reside in the US.
Subject to background/suitability investigation/determination.
Submit all required documents and Online Assessment Questionnaire.
Federal payments are required to be made by Direct Deposit.
Requires registration for the Selective Service. Visit www.sss.gov.
Pre-employment drug testing required.
1-year probationary period may be required.
See Other Information for further requirements.
Qualifications
Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPM's website: https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/num-ndx.asp
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
A. Have a bachelor's degree in engineering from a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
OR
B. Have a bachelor's degree in engineering with a program that included courses in differential and integral calculus, AND courses (more advanced that first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (1) statics, dynamics; (2) strength of materials; (3) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (4) thermodynamics; (5) electrical fields and circuits; (6) nature and properties of materials; and (7) other areas of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics;
OR
C. Be currently licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) by any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, or Puerto Rico;
OR
D. Be currently registered as an Engineer Intern (EI) or Engineer-In-Training (EIT) by any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, or Puerto Rico;
OR
E. Have successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination or other written test required for professional registration by an engineering licensure board in a State, the District of Columbia, Guam, or Puerto Rico;
OR
F. Have successfully completed less than a full engineering degree program that included 60 semester/90 quarter hours of courses in the physical, mathematical, and engineering sciences and that included courses in differential and integral calculus, AND courses in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (1) statics, dynamics; (2) strength of materials; (3) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (4) thermodynamics; (5) electrical fields and circuits; (6) nature and properties of materials; and (7) other areas of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics;
OR
G. Have a bachelor's degree in an appropriate related scientific field (e.g., engineering technology, physics, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, geology, etc.), AND have one year of professional engineering experience acquired under professional engineering supervision and guidance, such as supervision by a general engineer, mechanical engineer, electrical engineer, etc., following an established plan of intensive training designed to develop professional engineering competence. This combination of education and experience must have provided the applicant with a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering (e.g., calculus; statics, dynamics; strength, nature, and properties of materials; fluid mechanics, hydraulics; thermodynamics; electrical fields and circuits, etc.) and provided a good theoretical and practical understanding of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering.
MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifying experience for the GS-15 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-14 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Examples of specialized experience at the GS-14 level include: Utilized knowledge of mechanical engineering, materials science, and electrical engineering, among other technical disciplines, to challenges involving criminal justice equipment; Reviewed existing standards published by standards development organizations or other government agencies to determine whether they would meet the needs of the criminal justice system and makes recommendations; Conducted intramural research on technology and standards topics related to criminal justice and public safety, such as literature reviews, environmental scans, data collections, data analyses, position papers, or original experimental research; Consulted with Federal, state, local, and/or tribal law enforcement on technology-focused research, development, and evaluation projects related to criminal justice policy and practice; Resolved novel or obscure problems in the field of criminal justice using a broad range of advanced engineering theories, principles, concepts, standards, and methods.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications as described above will be further evaluated based upon the following technical qualifications:
Ability to research, analyze, and evaluate information.
Knowledge of engineering design principles, concepts, and practices.
Ability to provide program management analysis, advice, and assistance.
Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems and develop solutions.
Click here to see the full Qualifications Statement.
Education
See Other Information.
Additional information
Duty Station and Salary: Selectees residence is the full-time official duty location. Salary range listed on this announcement is the Rest of U.S. pay scale. Actual salary will be dependent upon physical location of selectee and is determined by the locality pay in each duty location. Upon selection, the salary will be adjusted to include locality. Salaries for all areas are available on the OPM website at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2023/general-schedule/
Selectee(s) will be required to sign a Remote Work Agreement upon initial appointment and review/complete a new Remote Work Agreement every two years.
US Citizenship Required. Applicants must also reside in the US.
This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
OJP offers opportunities for flexible work schedules.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
To explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees, visit the Office of Personnel Management's website at http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc.
Fitness Reimbursement: OJP offers a fitness reimbursement program for employees' individual fitness-related expenditures.
OJP also offers credit union services; ATM machine on-site; a health unit and on-site nurse for your usage.
Transit Benefits: To defray your commuting cost, we are pleased to offer the Employee Transit Benefit Program.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be considered under all categories for which you are eligible.
For All U.S. Citizens: Your application will be evaluated and rated under DOJ's Category Rating and Selection Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified, or Qualified. Names of all candidates in the best qualified category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Candidates within the best qualified category who are eligible for veterans preference will receive selection priority over non-veteran preference eligibles.
For Status/Merit Promotion/VEOA candidates: Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on the announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your resume and application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
For Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)/Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) applicants: The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible Show more details...
Vacancy No. JP-23-034 Department Office of Justice Programs
Salary $116,393.00 to $151,308.00 Grade 14 to 14
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 5/10/2023 Close Date 5/24/2023
Job Link Who may apply Public
Locations:
Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job)
Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully)
Summary
This position is located in the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), National Institute of Justice (NIJ), Office of Research, Evaluation, and Technology (ORET), Technology and Standards Division (TSD) in Washington, D.C. The National Institute of Justice is the research, development, and evaluation agency of the U.S. Department of Justice.
This job is open to
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service... federal employees.
Individuals with disabilities
Land & base management
Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.
Military spouses
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista
Special authorities
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
Veterans
Clarification from the agency
Applicants must be U.S. Citizens. Applicants will be considered under Delegated Examining and/or Merit Promotion procedures based upon eligibility.
Duties
(The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position)
Serves as an agency-wide engineering expert on the most challenging problems in technology, standards, and conformity assessment applied to criminal justice and public safety.
Consults with Federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement on technology-focused research, development, and evaluation projects related to criminal justice policy and practice in the U.S.
Evaluates the value and applicability of new or improved technology, strategies, trends, or applications, assesses the implementation of technology, and makes recommendations.
Furthers NIJ's mission by developing strategic partnerships with internal and external stakeholders, including foreign government agencies with similar interests to NIJ.
Discusses technology and technology-related matters with Federal counterparts to assess suitability of existing technology application for criminal justice purposes and deconflict NIJ funding with other Federal research investments.
Coordinates NIJ's standards development activities, which includes the full lifecycle of developing and publishing new equipment performance standards and revising and publishing existing equipment performance standards.
Develops and maintains strategic partnerships with private-sector standards development organizations (SDO) and other government agencies involved with standards.
Consults with law enforcement practitioners to establish performance requirements for various equipment used by the practitioner community, such as body armor, firearms, helmets, shields, restraints, bomb suits, and other personal protective equipment.
Consults with testing laboratories, industry, and other stakeholders to understand and establish testing requirements, procedures, and practices as well as develops and tests new technologies, methods, approaches, and guides.
Reviews existing standards published by SDOs or other government agencies to determine whether they would meet the needs of the criminal justice system and makes recommendations.
Applies knowledge of mechanical engineering, materials science, and electrical engineering, among other technical disciplines, to the development of new standards or revision of existing standards involving body armor and other equipment.
Coordinates NIJ's conformity assessment activities, including the certification of products and providing guidance on selection, use, and care of products and technology based on existing standards and best practices.
Provides oversight of the NIJ Compliance Testing Program for body armor and other law enforcement equipment.
Coordinates NIJ's policies and activities with accreditation bodies, testing laboratories, inspection bodies, certification bodies, and other conformity assessment organization, as appropriate.
Serves on external technical committees, including those at the highest levels in the Federal Government, dealing with standards and conformity assessment.
Conducts intramural research on technology and standards topics related to criminal justice and public safety, such as literature reviews, environmental scans, data collections, data analyses, position papers, or original experimental research.
Provides leadership on highly complex issues of critical importance in the criminal justice system and advises other specialists on highly complex and unprecedented problems.
Publishes a variety of materials within subject matter expertise, including peer-reviewed journal articles, conference proceedings, articles in professional or industry journals, or agency publications and online resources.
Develops concepts for extramural grant solicitations based on research priorities that address the most pressing needs of the criminal justice system in the United States and develops grant funding recommendations for NIJ leadership.
Advises NIJ grant staff on the programmatic aspects of grants and cooperative agreements focusing on testing and evaluation of technology, technology implementation in the criminal justice system, standards development, and conformity assessment.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
US Citizenship Required. Applicants must also reside in the US.
Subject to background/suitability investigation/determination.
Submit all required documents and Online Assessment Questionnaire.
Federal payments are required to be made by Direct Deposit.
Requires registration for the Selective Service. Visit www.sss.gov.
Pre-employment drug testing required.
1-year probationary period may be required.
See Other Information for further requirements.
Qualifications
Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPM's website: https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/num-ndx.asp
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS
A. Have a bachelor's degree in engineering from a school of engineering with at least one program accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).
OR
B. Have a bachelor's degree in engineering with a program that included courses in differential and integral calculus, AND courses (more advanced that first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (1) statics, dynamics; (2) strength of materials; (3) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (4) thermodynamics; (5) electrical fields and circuits; (6) nature and properties of materials; and (7) other areas of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics;
OR
C. Be currently licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE) by any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, or Puerto Rico;
OR
D. Be currently registered as an Engineer Intern (EI) or Engineer-In-Training (EIT) by any State, the District of Columbia, Guam, or Puerto Rico;
OR
E. Have successfully passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination or other written test required for professional registration by an engineering licensure board in a State, the District of Columbia, Guam, or Puerto Rico;
OR
F. Have successfully completed less than a full engineering degree program that included 60 semester/90 quarter hours of courses in the physical, mathematical, and engineering sciences and that included courses in differential and integral calculus, AND courses in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (1) statics, dynamics; (2) strength of materials; (3) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (4) thermodynamics; (5) electrical fields and circuits; (6) nature and properties of materials; and (7) other areas of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics;
OR
G. Have a bachelor's degree in an appropriate related scientific field (e.g., engineering technology, physics, chemistry, architecture, computer science, mathematics, hydrology, geology, etc.), AND have one year of professional engineering experience acquired under professional engineering supervision and guidance, such as supervision by a general engineer, mechanical engineer, electrical engineer, etc., following an established plan of intensive training designed to develop professional engineering competence. This combination of education and experience must have provided the applicant with a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering (e.g., calculus; statics, dynamics; strength, nature, and properties of materials; fluid mechanics, hydraulics; thermodynamics; electrical fields and circuits, etc.) and provided a good theoretical and practical understanding of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering.
MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifying experience for the GS-15 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-14 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Examples of specialized experience at the GS-14 level include: Utilized knowledge of mechanical engineering, materials science, and electrical engineering, among other technical disciplines, to challenges involving criminal justice equipment; Reviewed existing standards published by standards development organizations or other government agencies to determine whether they would meet the needs of the criminal justice system and makes recommendations; Conducted intramural research on technology and standards topics related to criminal justice and public safety, such as literature reviews, environmental scans, data collections, data analyses, position papers, or original experimental research; Consulted with Federal, state, local, and/or tribal law enforcement on technology-focused research, development, and evaluation projects related to criminal justice policy and practice; Resolved novel or obscure problems in the field of criminal justice using a broad range of advanced engineering theories, principles, concepts, standards, and methods.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications as described above will be further evaluated based upon the following technical qualifications:
Ability to research, analyze, and evaluate information.
Knowledge of engineering design principles, concepts, and practices.
Ability to provide program management analysis, advice, and assistance.
Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems and develop solutions.
Click here to see the full Qualifications Statement.
Education
See Other Information.
Additional information
Duty Station and Salary: Selectees residence is the full-time official duty location. Salary range listed on this announcement is the Rest of U.S. pay scale. Actual salary will be dependent upon physical location of selectee and is determined by the locality pay in each duty location. Upon selection, the salary will be adjusted to include locality. Salaries for all areas are available on the OPM website at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2023/general-schedule/
Selectee(s) will be required to sign a Remote Work Agreement upon initial appointment and review/complete a new Remote Work Agreement every two years.
US Citizenship Required. Applicants must also reside in the US.
This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
OJP offers opportunities for flexible work schedules.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
To explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees, visit the Office of Personnel Management's website at http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc.
Fitness Reimbursement: OJP offers a fitness reimbursement program for employees' individual fitness-related expenditures.
OJP also offers credit union services; ATM machine on-site; a health unit and on-site nurse for your usage.
Transit Benefits: To defray your commuting cost, we are pleased to offer the Employee Transit Benefit Program.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be considered under all categories for which you are eligible.
For All U.S. Citizens: Your application will be evaluated and rated under DOJ's Category Rating and Selection Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified, or Qualified. Names of all candidates in the best qualified category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Candidates within the best qualified category who are eligible for veterans preference will receive selection priority over non-veteran preference eligibles.
For Status/Merit Promotion/VEOA candidates: Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on the announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your resume and application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
For Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)/Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) applicants: The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible Show more details...
via ZipRecruiter
posted_at: 8 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 112,015 a year
The position is responsible for developing and managing budget operations for OJP and its subcomponents each with diverse, multi-year, substantive programs. The incumbent is responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures that support the internal budget development process and the externally mandated congressional budget process.Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Grade... 13:
Qualifying experience for the GS-13 level includes
The position is responsible for developing and managing budget operations for OJP and its subcomponents each with diverse, multi-year, substantive programs. The incumbent is responsible for developing and implementing policies and procedures that support the internal budget development process and the externally mandated congressional budget process.Qualifications: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Grade... 13:
Qualifying experience for the GS-13 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-12 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Examples of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 include preparing budget formulation estimates and justifications for major substantive programs; preparing written consolidated justifications for a national program and preparing briefing material for managers; analyzing major program changes and projected budget; preparing special analysis of fund expenditures; identifying deficit trends and providing funding recommendations across operating programs; managing a wide variety of budgetary projects, including long-term planning projects and generating budget and appropriations-related reports.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications as described above will be further evaluated based upon the following Technical Qualifications.
- Ability to provide technical assistance and consultation on financial and/or auditing matters.
- Ability to communicate in writing.
- Ability to gather, compile, and analyze financial and/or programmatic information.
- Ability to perform budget call activities.
- Knowledge of the federal budget process and financial management practices and procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
- Ability to apply analytical methods and techniques to identify and resolve financial and/or auditing issues.
Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPM's website: https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/num-ndx.asp
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Click here to see the full Qualifications Statement.Education: See Other Information.Employment Type: FULL_TIME Show more details...
Grade... 13:
Qualifying experience for the GS-13 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-12 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Examples of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 include preparing budget formulation estimates and justifications for major substantive programs; preparing written consolidated justifications for a national program and preparing briefing material for managers; analyzing major program changes and projected budget; preparing special analysis of fund expenditures; identifying deficit trends and providing funding recommendations across operating programs; managing a wide variety of budgetary projects, including long-term planning projects and generating budget and appropriations-related reports.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications as described above will be further evaluated based upon the following Technical Qualifications.
- Ability to provide technical assistance and consultation on financial and/or auditing matters.
- Ability to communicate in writing.
- Ability to gather, compile, and analyze financial and/or programmatic information.
- Ability to perform budget call activities.
- Knowledge of the federal budget process and financial management practices and procedures.
- Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
- Ability to apply analytical methods and techniques to identify and resolve financial and/or auditing issues.
Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPM's website: https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/num-ndx.asp
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Click here to see the full Qualifications Statement.Education: See Other Information.Employment Type: FULL_TIME Show more details...
via LinkedIn
posted_at: 8 days agoschedule_type: Full-timesalary: 99,908–129,878 a year
How to Apply
• Resumes will not be accepted over email.
• Applications must be submitted online by the closing date specified on USAjobs.
• Click on "Apply" to learn about the application requirements for this position.
This position is in the Courts, Communities and Strategic Partnership Division, Policy Office, Bureau of Justice Assistance, and serves as a Supervisory Senior Policy Advisor and expert/authority in leading and managing criminal
How to Apply
• Resumes will not be accepted over email.
• Applications must be submitted online by the closing date specified on USAjobs.
• Click on "Apply" to learn about the application requirements for this position.
This position is in the Courts, Communities and Strategic Partnership Division, Policy Office, Bureau of Justice Assistance, and serves as a Supervisory Senior Policy Advisor and expert/authority in leading and managing criminal and tribal justice courts work including pretrial, case management and assessment, system fairness and access and courts operations, including strategies to address and manage violent crime and crime associated with those with behavioral health needs.
Responsibilities
This position serves as a Supervisory Senior Policy Advisor and expert/authority in leading and managing criminal and tribal justice courts work including pretrial, case management and assessment, system fairness and access and courts operations, including strategies to address... and manage violent crime and crime associated with those with behavioral health needs. This includes pretrial, court operations, judicial training, court diversion and treatment courts, court integrity and tribal justice. This is a large and active portfolio and BJA is seeking candidates with experience leading teams to accomplish key goals.
This position is located in the Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), Policy Office, Courts, Communities and Strategic Partnerships team. BJA's broad and complex criminal justice grant programs, which are nationwide in scope, provide funds, training and technical assistance (TTA) to state, tribal and local criminal justice communities. This work includes pretrial and criminal courts operations, as well as collaborations with partners to address crime tied to behavioral health needs and violent crime projects, including tribal justice programs.
Supervises a group of employees performing work at the GS-14 and 13 levels.
Leads a team of staff to evaluate and recommend action to decision makers on program plans, concept papers, abstracts, applications for funding, and related matters to support assessment of compliance with program requirements, relevance to issues and priorities, and contributions to the criminal justice pretrial and courts processes. Negotiates technical aspects of criminal and tribal court programs to ensure the greatest potential for success and impact of criminal and tribal courts systems and partner agencies. Oversees a team who lead the development of criminal and tribal justice pretrial and courts programs and collaborations with other partners to ensure program implementation.
Provides leadership in coordinating the goals, objectives, and interests of the federal government's role in offering criminal program policy leadership and related cooperative agreement activities to state, tribal and local agencies and other criminal justice partners. Formulates innovative and/or comprehensive criminal justice pretrial and courts related work in planning strategies and program plans to accomplish agency-wide goals and objectives. Makes recommendations related to criminal justice work related to the courts operations and related collaborations, and long-range planning in connection with prospective changes in functions.
Leads a team that performs a variety of post-award tasks to ensure that the goals and planned outcomes for grants and/or cooperative agreement are achieved, such as overseeing assessments of capacity and planning for training and technical assistance needs, working to identify and resolve management, financial, and administrative issues; providing training, technical assistance, oversight, expertise, and consultation to program officials, awardees, and recipients; supporting the establishment and review of performance measure data and working the training partners and grant managers in BJA to assessing awardee performance and address needs via TTA; and reviewing completed awards, making appropriate adjustments in strategies to enhance success.
Leads a team that researches and prepares analysis on criminal justice program issues, providing expert guidance or analysis in criminal justice courts and related policy work. Represents the organization in developing and maintaining effective relationships with national, state, tribal, and local experts, administrators, high-level officials, policy makers, and planners. Serves as a BJA representative in criminal justice legal and courts programs on agency or inter-agency task forces whose members include high-level DOJ officials and other executive branch representatives. Provides inter-agency liaison services to federal agencies providing specific support and services in the criminal and tribal justice pretrial and courts process and collaborations.
Leads a team that provides expert criminal and tribal justice advice and guidance on broad grant and/or cooperative agreement-related projects and programs with impact on major agency criminal justice pretrial and courts related programs. Develops and/or reviews criminal justice program materials, such as program and strategic plans, solicitation content and budget recommendations, justification and program assessment of outcomes addressing BJA program priorities. Prepares analytical reports, memorandum, concept papers, budget documents and other types of written responses that are disseminated to internal and external audiences to include various practitioner groups, researchers, Congressional committees, and the general public Show more details...
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• Applications must be submitted online by the closing date specified on USAjobs.
• Click on "Apply" to learn about the application requirements for this position.
This position is in the Courts, Communities and Strategic Partnership Division, Policy Office, Bureau of Justice Assistance, and serves as a Supervisory Senior Policy Advisor and expert/authority in leading and managing criminal and tribal justice courts work including pretrial, case management and assessment, system fairness and access and courts operations, including strategies to address and manage violent crime and crime associated with those with behavioral health needs.
Responsibilities
This position serves as a Supervisory Senior Policy Advisor and expert/authority in leading and managing criminal and tribal justice courts work including pretrial, case management and assessment, system fairness and access and courts operations, including strategies to address... and manage violent crime and crime associated with those with behavioral health needs. This includes pretrial, court operations, judicial training, court diversion and treatment courts, court integrity and tribal justice. This is a large and active portfolio and BJA is seeking candidates with experience leading teams to accomplish key goals.
This position is located in the Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), Policy Office, Courts, Communities and Strategic Partnerships team. BJA's broad and complex criminal justice grant programs, which are nationwide in scope, provide funds, training and technical assistance (TTA) to state, tribal and local criminal justice communities. This work includes pretrial and criminal courts operations, as well as collaborations with partners to address crime tied to behavioral health needs and violent crime projects, including tribal justice programs.
Supervises a group of employees performing work at the GS-14 and 13 levels.
Leads a team of staff to evaluate and recommend action to decision makers on program plans, concept papers, abstracts, applications for funding, and related matters to support assessment of compliance with program requirements, relevance to issues and priorities, and contributions to the criminal justice pretrial and courts processes. Negotiates technical aspects of criminal and tribal court programs to ensure the greatest potential for success and impact of criminal and tribal courts systems and partner agencies. Oversees a team who lead the development of criminal and tribal justice pretrial and courts programs and collaborations with other partners to ensure program implementation.
Provides leadership in coordinating the goals, objectives, and interests of the federal government's role in offering criminal program policy leadership and related cooperative agreement activities to state, tribal and local agencies and other criminal justice partners. Formulates innovative and/or comprehensive criminal justice pretrial and courts related work in planning strategies and program plans to accomplish agency-wide goals and objectives. Makes recommendations related to criminal justice work related to the courts operations and related collaborations, and long-range planning in connection with prospective changes in functions.
Leads a team that performs a variety of post-award tasks to ensure that the goals and planned outcomes for grants and/or cooperative agreement are achieved, such as overseeing assessments of capacity and planning for training and technical assistance needs, working to identify and resolve management, financial, and administrative issues; providing training, technical assistance, oversight, expertise, and consultation to program officials, awardees, and recipients; supporting the establishment and review of performance measure data and working the training partners and grant managers in BJA to assessing awardee performance and address needs via TTA; and reviewing completed awards, making appropriate adjustments in strategies to enhance success.
Leads a team that researches and prepares analysis on criminal justice program issues, providing expert guidance or analysis in criminal justice courts and related policy work. Represents the organization in developing and maintaining effective relationships with national, state, tribal, and local experts, administrators, high-level officials, policy makers, and planners. Serves as a BJA representative in criminal justice legal and courts programs on agency or inter-agency task forces whose members include high-level DOJ officials and other executive branch representatives. Provides inter-agency liaison services to federal agencies providing specific support and services in the criminal and tribal justice pretrial and courts process and collaborations.
Leads a team that provides expert criminal and tribal justice advice and guidance on broad grant and/or cooperative agreement-related projects and programs with impact on major agency criminal justice pretrial and courts related programs. Develops and/or reviews criminal justice program materials, such as program and strategic plans, solicitation content and budget recommendations, justification and program assessment of outcomes addressing BJA program priorities. Prepares analytical reports, memorandum, concept papers, budget documents and other types of written responses that are disseminated to internal and external audiences to include various practitioner groups, researchers, Congressional committees, and the general public Show more details...
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Duties
(The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position)
Grant/Cooperative Agreement Compliance Monitoring: Oversees awardee compliance with the terms and conditions of the juvenile justice system, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile victimization grant or agreement as well as compliance with government-wide and agency regulatory, policy, and reporting requirements. Conducts risk assessments, financial reviews and audits,
Duties
(The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position)
Grant/Cooperative Agreement Compliance Monitoring: Oversees awardee compliance with the terms and conditions of the juvenile justice system, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile victimization grant or agreement as well as compliance with government-wide and agency regulatory, policy, and reporting requirements. Conducts risk assessments, financial reviews and audits, and business reviews of grant/agreement awardee operations, and recommends or initiates actions to protect agency interests. Evaluates awardee compliance with program goals through pre-site, on-site, and post-site visit activities.
Grant/Cooperative Agreement Policy Development and Guidance: Develops, analyzes, and interprets juvenile justice system, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile victimization grant and/or cooperative agreement policies, Standard Operating Procedures, and guidelines. Provides training, technical assistance and... guidelines, oversight, expertise and consultation to internal staff, management and program officials, awardees, review panels, applicants, recipients, and sub-recipients.
Pre-Award Functions: Performs a variety of pre-award functions for juvenile justice system, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile victimization grants and/or cooperative agreements including designing, developing, and/or preparing solicitations; reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating applications, plans, and estimates received in response to particular programs and Request for Application (RFA) requirements; conducting financial reviews of applicants to evaluate fiscal integrity and financial capability, examine proposed costs, and determine whether the budget and budget narrative accurately explain the project's costs and whether those costs are reasonable, necessary, and allowable; conducting pre-award negotiations on matters such as terms and conditions of awards, costs, schedules, and oversight responsibilities; and providing applicant support during the solicitation period.
Post-Award Functions: Performs a variety of post-award juvenile justice system, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile victimization grants and/or cooperative agreement management tasks including conducting post-award reviews and analyses to identify and resolve management, financial, and administrative issues; providing training, technical assistance, oversight, ethics advice, expertise, and consultation to program officials, awardees, and recipients; establishing performance measures and monitoring and assessing awardee performance; and reviewing completed awards, making appropriate adjustments or disallowances. Processes close-outs of grants and/or agreements, ensuring compliance with programmatic, administrative, and fiscal requirements of relevant statutes, regulations, policies, guidelines, and with grantee stated objectives, and the applicable implementation plan.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Subject to background/suitability investigation/determination.
• Submit all required documents and Online Assessment Questionnaire.
• Federal payments are required to be made by Direct Deposit.
• Requires registration for the Selective Service. Visit www.sss.gov.
• Pre-employment drug testing required.
• 1-year probationary period may be required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Grade 12:
Qualifying experience for the GS-12 level includes: one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-11 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Examples of specialized experience include: Specialized experience is work where you assessed programs to ensure their compliance related to the juvenile justice system, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile victimization in accordance with the core requirements of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act of 1974, as amended; provided advice and guidance on the administration of a wide variety of juvenile justice grants and/or cooperative agreements; Performed a variety of standard juvenile justice grants management activities, such as determining grantee/awardee eligibility; Participated in on-site visits and assisted with monitoring the financial conditions, business integrity, and operational capacity of grants and/or cooperative agreements for compliance with issues related to juvenile justice programs; Contributed to the completion of the end-to-end juvenile justice grants and/or agreement administration process, from solicitation development to application process to awarding and project management.
Grade 13:
Qualifying experience for the GS-13 level includes: one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-12 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Examples of specialized experience include: Assessed and monitored conventional programs to ensure their compliance related to the juvenile justice system, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile victimization in accordance with the core requirements of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act of 1974, as amended; served as a technical expert in the administration of a wide variety of complex juvenile justice grants and/or cooperative agreements, and was called upon to provide advice, guidance, and information on juvenile justice grants and agreements with unprecedented issues and processes; Work covered grant topics related to juvenile risk behavior, delinquency and victimization and include formula and block grants as well as discretionary grant programs, technical assistance, research and evaluation; Performed on-site visits and monitored the financial conditions, business integrity, and operational capacity of complex grants and/or cooperative agreements for compliance with issues related to juvenile justice programs. Independently completed the end-to-end juvenile justice grants and/or agreement administration process, from solicitation development to application process to awarding and project management.
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Education
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Additional information
This position is included in the bargaining unit.
TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENT: Status applicants for promotion must have 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade by the closing date.
This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
This position may be eligible for telework per agency policy.
OJP offers opportunities for flexible work schedules.
• Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
To explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees, visit the Office of Personnel Management's website at http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc.
Fitness Reimbursement: OJP offers a fitness reimbursement program for employees' individual fitness-related expenditures.
OJP also offers credit union services and a health unit and on-site nurse for your usage.
Transit Benefits: To defray your commuting cost, we are pleased to offer the Employee Transit Benefit Program.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be considered under all categories for which you are eligible.
For All U.S. Citizens: Your application will be evaluated and rated under DOJ's Category Rating and Selection Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified, or Qualified. Names of all candidates in the best qualified category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Candidates within the best qualified category who are eligible for veterans preference will receive selection priority over non-veteran preference eligibles.
For Status/Merit Promotion/VEOA candidates: Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on the announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your resume and application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
For Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)/Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) applicants: The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, or if your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. Under merit promotion procedures, to be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and score 85 or better on established ranking criteria. Under category rating procedures, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified or better category using established category rating criteria.
• Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
To explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees, visit the Office of Personnel Management's website at http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc.
Fitness Reimbursement: OJP offers a fitness reimbursement program for employees' individual fitness-related expenditures.
OJP also offers credit union services and a health unit and on-site nurse for your usage.
Transit Benefits: To defray your commuting cost, we are pleased to offer the Employee Transit Benefit Program.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
REMINDER: ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MIDNIGHT Eastern Time (Washington, D.C. time) ON THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (ALL APPLICANTS):
1. Resume and/or work history profile,
2. Responses to the online questions,
3. Veterans' Preference Documentation (if applicable; see below for more information).
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (FEDERAL EMPLOYEES):
4. SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (for current and former federal employees; see below for more information), and
5. Performance Appraisal (for current federal employees) Note: if not provided, will be required at time of interview.
Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Veterans Preference
In order to verify your veteran preference entitlement, please submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty); official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty; or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
If you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, or widow/widower of a veteran, the spouse of a disabled veteran or the natural mother of a disabled or deceased veteran, you must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and the other required documentation identified on the reverse side of the SF-15 to support your preference claim.
Although veteran preference points are not assigned under the category rating procedures described under How You Will Be Evaluated, veterans' preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-veterans within each category for which qualified. In addition, qualified veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more are placed at the top of the highest quality category (i.e., Best Qualified).
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act
To be eligible for a Veteran Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) appointment, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service. If applying for a Merit Promotion announcement and wish to be considered under the VEOA, you must submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214, in addition to any other required documents listed on this announcement.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)/Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)
If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit proof by the closing date of the announcement that you meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(u) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP or you will not receive priority consideration. The proof includes a copy of the Agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action for Competitive Appointment
Non-competitive Eligibility
You can apply for a non-competitive appointment if you meet the basic eligibility requirements and you are eligible for special appointment such as those authorized for the severely disabled; veterans with service-connected disabilities of 30% or more; returning volunteers from the Peace Corps or Vista, Veterans' Recruitment Appointment, etc. Appropriate documentation to support your claim must be included in your application, along with the type of special appointment you are seeking.
Current/Former Federal Employees
If you are a current Federal employee in a permanent, competitive service position, you must submit document to confirm your status. Failure to submit an appropriate SF-50 will automatically disqualify you from further consideration.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".).
• Submit your most recent Performance Appraisal (dated within the last 18 months) or a separate statement explaining why you are unable to submit your appraisal. If not provided at time of application, it will be required at time of interview.
If you are a former Federal employee who is reinstatement eligible based on prior federal permanent competitive service, you must submit documents to confirm your eligibility.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1"
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
• How to Apply
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on https://www.avuecentral.com/casting/aiportal/control/toVacancy?referenceCode=ROKXB.
If you are unable to apply online, you may contact Avue Digital Services for alternate application procedures. Please call Monday through Friday from 8AM to 5PM PST at (253) 573-1877 or email at joeavue@avuetech.com.
Agency contact information
JaMarah Goree
Email
Jamarah.Goree@usdoj.gov
Address
Office of Justice Programs
810 7th Street NW
Washington, Dist of Columbia 20001
US
Next steps
Once your completed application is certified and received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your status and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. We expect to make a final job offer within 80 days after the closing date of the announcement.
• Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Financial suitability
• Selective Service
• New employee probationary period
• Signature and false statements
• Privacy Act
• Social security number request
Required Documents
REMINDER: ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MIDNIGHT Eastern Time (Washington, D.C. time) ON THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (ALL APPLICANTS):
1. Resume and/or work history profile,
2. Responses to the online questions,
3. Veterans' Preference Documentation (if applicable; see below for more information).
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (FEDERAL EMPLOYEES):
4. SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (for current and former federal employees; see below for more information), and
5. Performance Appraisal (for current federal employees) Note: if not provided, will be required at time of interview.
Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Veterans Preference
In order to verify your veteran preference entitlement, please submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty); official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty; or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
If you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, or widow/widower of a veteran, the spouse of a disabled veteran or the natural mother of a disabled or deceased veteran, you must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and the other required documentation identified on the reverse side of the SF-15 to support your preference claim.
Although veteran preference points are not assigned under the category rating procedures described under How You Will Be Evaluated, veterans' preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-veterans within each category for which qualified. In addition, qualified veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more are placed at the top of the highest quality category (i.e., Best Qualified).
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act
To be eligible for a Veteran Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) appointment, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service. If applying for a Merit Promotion announcement and wish to be considered under the VEOA, you must submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214, in addition to any other required documents listed on this announcement.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)/Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)
If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit proof by the closing date of the announcement that you meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(u) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP or you will not receive priority consideration. The proof includes a copy of the Agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action for Competitive Appointment
Non-competitive Eligibility
You can apply for a non-competitive appointment if you meet the basic eligibility requirements and you are eligible for special appointment such as those authorized for the severely disabled; veterans with service-connected disabilities of 30% or more; returning volunteers from the Peace Corps or Vista, Veterans' Recruitment Appointment, etc. Appropriate documentation to support your claim must be included in your application, along with the type of special appointment you are seeking.
Current/Former Federal Employees
If you are a current Federal employee in a permanent, competitive service position, you must submit document to confirm your status. Failure to submit an appropriate SF-50 will automatically disqualify you from further consideration.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".).
• Submit your most recent Performance Appraisal (dated within the last 18 months) or a separate statement explaining why you are unable to submit your appraisal. If not provided at time of application, it will be required at time of interview.
If you are a former Federal employee who is reinstatement eligible based on prior federal permanent competitive service, you must submit documents to confirm your eligibility.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1"
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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This job is open to
• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
• Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
• Individuals with disabilities
• Land & base management
Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.
• Military spouses
• The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista
• Special authorities
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
• Veterans
Clarification from the agency
Applicants must be U.S. Citizens. Applicants will be considered under Delegated Examining and/or Merit Promotion procedures based upon eligibility Show more details...
(The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position)
Grant/Cooperative Agreement Compliance Monitoring: Oversees awardee compliance with the terms and conditions of the juvenile justice system, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile victimization grant or agreement as well as compliance with government-wide and agency regulatory, policy, and reporting requirements. Conducts risk assessments, financial reviews and audits, and business reviews of grant/agreement awardee operations, and recommends or initiates actions to protect agency interests. Evaluates awardee compliance with program goals through pre-site, on-site, and post-site visit activities.
Grant/Cooperative Agreement Policy Development and Guidance: Develops, analyzes, and interprets juvenile justice system, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile victimization grant and/or cooperative agreement policies, Standard Operating Procedures, and guidelines. Provides training, technical assistance and... guidelines, oversight, expertise and consultation to internal staff, management and program officials, awardees, review panels, applicants, recipients, and sub-recipients.
Pre-Award Functions: Performs a variety of pre-award functions for juvenile justice system, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile victimization grants and/or cooperative agreements including designing, developing, and/or preparing solicitations; reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating applications, plans, and estimates received in response to particular programs and Request for Application (RFA) requirements; conducting financial reviews of applicants to evaluate fiscal integrity and financial capability, examine proposed costs, and determine whether the budget and budget narrative accurately explain the project's costs and whether those costs are reasonable, necessary, and allowable; conducting pre-award negotiations on matters such as terms and conditions of awards, costs, schedules, and oversight responsibilities; and providing applicant support during the solicitation period.
Post-Award Functions: Performs a variety of post-award juvenile justice system, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile victimization grants and/or cooperative agreement management tasks including conducting post-award reviews and analyses to identify and resolve management, financial, and administrative issues; providing training, technical assistance, oversight, ethics advice, expertise, and consultation to program officials, awardees, and recipients; establishing performance measures and monitoring and assessing awardee performance; and reviewing completed awards, making appropriate adjustments or disallowances. Processes close-outs of grants and/or agreements, ensuring compliance with programmatic, administrative, and fiscal requirements of relevant statutes, regulations, policies, guidelines, and with grantee stated objectives, and the applicable implementation plan.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Subject to background/suitability investigation/determination.
• Submit all required documents and Online Assessment Questionnaire.
• Federal payments are required to be made by Direct Deposit.
• Requires registration for the Selective Service. Visit www.sss.gov.
• Pre-employment drug testing required.
• 1-year probationary period may be required.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Grade 12:
Qualifying experience for the GS-12 level includes: one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-11 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Examples of specialized experience include: Specialized experience is work where you assessed programs to ensure their compliance related to the juvenile justice system, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile victimization in accordance with the core requirements of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act of 1974, as amended; provided advice and guidance on the administration of a wide variety of juvenile justice grants and/or cooperative agreements; Performed a variety of standard juvenile justice grants management activities, such as determining grantee/awardee eligibility; Participated in on-site visits and assisted with monitoring the financial conditions, business integrity, and operational capacity of grants and/or cooperative agreements for compliance with issues related to juvenile justice programs; Contributed to the completion of the end-to-end juvenile justice grants and/or agreement administration process, from solicitation development to application process to awarding and project management.
Grade 13:
Qualifying experience for the GS-13 level includes: one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-12 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Examples of specialized experience include: Assessed and monitored conventional programs to ensure their compliance related to the juvenile justice system, juvenile delinquency, and juvenile victimization in accordance with the core requirements of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act of 1974, as amended; served as a technical expert in the administration of a wide variety of complex juvenile justice grants and/or cooperative agreements, and was called upon to provide advice, guidance, and information on juvenile justice grants and agreements with unprecedented issues and processes; Work covered grant topics related to juvenile risk behavior, delinquency and victimization and include formula and block grants as well as discretionary grant programs, technical assistance, research and evaluation; Performed on-site visits and monitored the financial conditions, business integrity, and operational capacity of complex grants and/or cooperative agreements for compliance with issues related to juvenile justice programs. Independently completed the end-to-end juvenile justice grants and/or agreement administration process, from solicitation development to application process to awarding and project management.
Click here to see the full Qualifications Statement.
Education
See Other Information.
Additional information
This position is included in the bargaining unit.
TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENT: Status applicants for promotion must have 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade by the closing date.
This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
This position may be eligible for telework per agency policy.
OJP offers opportunities for flexible work schedules.
• Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
To explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees, visit the Office of Personnel Management's website at http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc.
Fitness Reimbursement: OJP offers a fitness reimbursement program for employees' individual fitness-related expenditures.
OJP also offers credit union services and a health unit and on-site nurse for your usage.
Transit Benefits: To defray your commuting cost, we are pleased to offer the Employee Transit Benefit Program.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be considered under all categories for which you are eligible.
For All U.S. Citizens: Your application will be evaluated and rated under DOJ's Category Rating and Selection Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified, or Qualified. Names of all candidates in the best qualified category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Candidates within the best qualified category who are eligible for veterans preference will receive selection priority over non-veteran preference eligibles.
For Status/Merit Promotion/VEOA candidates: Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on the announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your resume and application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
For Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)/Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) applicants: The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, or if your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. Under merit promotion procedures, to be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and score 85 or better on established ranking criteria. Under category rating procedures, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified or better category using established category rating criteria.
• Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
To explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees, visit the Office of Personnel Management's website at http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc.
Fitness Reimbursement: OJP offers a fitness reimbursement program for employees' individual fitness-related expenditures.
OJP also offers credit union services and a health unit and on-site nurse for your usage.
Transit Benefits: To defray your commuting cost, we are pleased to offer the Employee Transit Benefit Program.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
REMINDER: ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MIDNIGHT Eastern Time (Washington, D.C. time) ON THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (ALL APPLICANTS):
1. Resume and/or work history profile,
2. Responses to the online questions,
3. Veterans' Preference Documentation (if applicable; see below for more information).
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (FEDERAL EMPLOYEES):
4. SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (for current and former federal employees; see below for more information), and
5. Performance Appraisal (for current federal employees) Note: if not provided, will be required at time of interview.
Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Veterans Preference
In order to verify your veteran preference entitlement, please submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty); official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty; or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
If you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, or widow/widower of a veteran, the spouse of a disabled veteran or the natural mother of a disabled or deceased veteran, you must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and the other required documentation identified on the reverse side of the SF-15 to support your preference claim.
Although veteran preference points are not assigned under the category rating procedures described under How You Will Be Evaluated, veterans' preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-veterans within each category for which qualified. In addition, qualified veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more are placed at the top of the highest quality category (i.e., Best Qualified).
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act
To be eligible for a Veteran Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) appointment, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service. If applying for a Merit Promotion announcement and wish to be considered under the VEOA, you must submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214, in addition to any other required documents listed on this announcement.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)/Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)
If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit proof by the closing date of the announcement that you meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(u) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP or you will not receive priority consideration. The proof includes a copy of the Agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action for Competitive Appointment
Non-competitive Eligibility
You can apply for a non-competitive appointment if you meet the basic eligibility requirements and you are eligible for special appointment such as those authorized for the severely disabled; veterans with service-connected disabilities of 30% or more; returning volunteers from the Peace Corps or Vista, Veterans' Recruitment Appointment, etc. Appropriate documentation to support your claim must be included in your application, along with the type of special appointment you are seeking.
Current/Former Federal Employees
If you are a current Federal employee in a permanent, competitive service position, you must submit document to confirm your status. Failure to submit an appropriate SF-50 will automatically disqualify you from further consideration.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".).
• Submit your most recent Performance Appraisal (dated within the last 18 months) or a separate statement explaining why you are unable to submit your appraisal. If not provided at time of application, it will be required at time of interview.
If you are a former Federal employee who is reinstatement eligible based on prior federal permanent competitive service, you must submit documents to confirm your eligibility.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1"
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
• How to Apply
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on https://www.avuecentral.com/casting/aiportal/control/toVacancy?referenceCode=ROKXB.
If you are unable to apply online, you may contact Avue Digital Services for alternate application procedures. Please call Monday through Friday from 8AM to 5PM PST at (253) 573-1877 or email at joeavue@avuetech.com.
Agency contact information
JaMarah Goree
Jamarah.Goree@usdoj.gov
Address
Office of Justice Programs
810 7th Street NW
Washington, Dist of Columbia 20001
US
Next steps
Once your completed application is certified and received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your status and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. We expect to make a final job offer within 80 days after the closing date of the announcement.
• Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Financial suitability
• Selective Service
• New employee probationary period
• Signature and false statements
• Privacy Act
• Social security number request
Required Documents
REMINDER: ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MIDNIGHT Eastern Time (Washington, D.C. time) ON THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (ALL APPLICANTS):
1. Resume and/or work history profile,
2. Responses to the online questions,
3. Veterans' Preference Documentation (if applicable; see below for more information).
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (FEDERAL EMPLOYEES):
4. SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (for current and former federal employees; see below for more information), and
5. Performance Appraisal (for current federal employees) Note: if not provided, will be required at time of interview.
Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Veterans Preference
In order to verify your veteran preference entitlement, please submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty); official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty; or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
If you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, or widow/widower of a veteran, the spouse of a disabled veteran or the natural mother of a disabled or deceased veteran, you must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, and the other required documentation identified on the reverse side of the SF-15 to support your preference claim.
Although veteran preference points are not assigned under the category rating procedures described under How You Will Be Evaluated, veterans' preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-veterans within each category for which qualified. In addition, qualified veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more are placed at the top of the highest quality category (i.e., Best Qualified).
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act
To be eligible for a Veteran Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) appointment, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service. If applying for a Merit Promotion announcement and wish to be considered under the VEOA, you must submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214, in addition to any other required documents listed on this announcement.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)/Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)
If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit proof by the closing date of the announcement that you meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(u) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP or you will not receive priority consideration. The proof includes a copy of the Agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action for Competitive Appointment
Non-competitive Eligibility
You can apply for a non-competitive appointment if you meet the basic eligibility requirements and you are eligible for special appointment such as those authorized for the severely disabled; veterans with service-connected disabilities of 30% or more; returning volunteers from the Peace Corps or Vista, Veterans' Recruitment Appointment, etc. Appropriate documentation to support your claim must be included in your application, along with the type of special appointment you are seeking.
Current/Former Federal Employees
If you are a current Federal employee in a permanent, competitive service position, you must submit document to confirm your status. Failure to submit an appropriate SF-50 will automatically disqualify you from further consideration.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".).
• Submit your most recent Performance Appraisal (dated within the last 18 months) or a separate statement explaining why you are unable to submit your appraisal. If not provided at time of application, it will be required at time of interview.
If you are a former Federal employee who is reinstatement eligible based on prior federal permanent competitive service, you must submit documents to confirm your eligibility.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1"
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
• Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
• Individuals with disabilities
• Land & base management
Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.
• Military spouses
• The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista
• Special authorities
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
• Veterans
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Company Overview:
MSG is a bold, innovative, and fast-growing policy research, social sciences, and human development-focused management consulting firm dedicated to helping government clients achieve and sustain performance excellence. We are currently seeking to identify an experienced and well-rounded Administrative Assistant...
Job Responsibilities/Duties:
• Conducts routine office tasks including handling incoming mail and other documents; drafts proofreads and edits correspondence and documents and maintains record tracking and filing systems.
• Conducts data input and retrieves information and documents from databases and the Internet. Arranges logistics for meetings.
Education/Experience:
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EEO Statement: We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. You can learn more about the company's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster
at "EEO is the Law" Poster | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov). Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.
Employment will be contingent on the outcome of a background investigation and reference check. While all applications are appreciated, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted Show more details...
MSG is a bold, innovative, and fast-growing policy research, social sciences, and human development-focused management consulting firm dedicated to helping government clients achieve and sustain performance excellence. We are currently seeking to identify an experienced and well-rounded Administrative Assistant...
Job Responsibilities/Duties:
• Conducts routine office tasks including handling incoming mail and other documents; drafts proofreads and edits correspondence and documents and maintains record tracking and filing systems.
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Education/Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree and 1-year relevant experience.
EEO Statement: We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. You can learn more about the company's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster
at "EEO is the Law" Poster | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (eeoc.gov). Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.
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posted_at: 19 days agoschedule_type: Full-time
Summary This position is in the Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), Operations Office, Communications and Governmental Affairs. The incumbent oversees the communications and governmental affairs activities within BJA. Responsibilities (The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position) Develops strategies for planning... and managing BJA's strategic communications programs
Summary This position is in the Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), Operations Office, Communications and Governmental Affairs. The incumbent oversees the communications and governmental affairs activities within BJA. Responsibilities (The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position) Develops strategies for planning... and managing BJA's strategic communications programs to maximize awareness of the BJA, its achievements and its programs. Participates in the development and documentation of long- and short-range communications planning efforts. Makes recommendations on planning efforts that can be undertaken within existing resource levels and advises on the impact of efforts that require additional resources. Provides consultation to managers on developing public affairs activities and materials for internal and external use. Advises on potential media and public reaction to proposed policies and programs. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with national and international media representatives. Identify important and potentially controversial issues related to media activities and clearly conveys the significance of these issues to the Director, other senior BJA staff, as well as to subordinate staff, when appropriate. Prepares and contributes to reports and other presentations on communications program planning and evaluation. Designs and conducts a wide variety of comprehensive studies and detailed analyses of complex functions and processes related to long-range planning. Handles complex communications program issues and provides authoritative guidance. Coordinates requirements among organizational units in the formative stages of communication project initiation, project design, project implementation, and management of ongoing projects and programs. Translates management goals and objectives into effective operations and establishes control systems and progress reporting requirements that monitor production goals or program priorities in order to evaluate progress and results. Adjusts progress schedules and priorities to meet new requirements or unforeseen situations. Directs the capture, reporting, and analysis of statistical communications data relating to BJA's operations and directs or personally performs special studies or projects. Prepares and contributes to reports and other presentations on communications program planning and evaluation. Designs and conducts a wide variety of comprehensive studies and detailed analyses of complex functions and processes related to program planning and management. Identifies and proposes solutions to management problems that are of major importance to planning program direction. Plans, develops, and implements marketing strategies for promoting and publicizing new or substantially revamped programs and services, e.g., promotes innovative marketing strategies to extend the reach of traditional programs and publications. Manages the brand identity of the program or service offering for the agency. Recommends the messaging for internal and external audiences, including the website. Plans, directs, and executes liaison operations for critical BJA-wide programs, with national or international implications. Assists in planning and preparing BJA-sponsored conferences, events, and special projects. Identifies appropriate forums, audiences, and presentation methods involving BJA policies, programs, and achievements. Directs the development and maintenance of mailing lists and other contacts for program publicity. Oversees the dissemination of publicity/marketing materials and evaluates the success of various efforts. Develops and implements projects to raise the profile of the program both within and outside the agency. Devises, markets, and coordinates special events that highlight the programs and activities of the agency. Assesses marketing strategies to determine their success and to devise ways to strengthen future marketing efforts. Provides technical guidance on preparing information and outreach materials such as, pamphlets, brochures, and publications for BJA use at public events, conferences, and outreach initiatives aimed at state, local and outside organizations. Supervises a group of employees performing work at the GS-13 or above level. Provides administrative and technical supervision necessary for accomplishing the work of the unit. Performs the administrative and human resource management functions relative to the staff supervised. Plans, schedules, and assigns work to subordinates. Establishes guidelines and performance expectations for staff members; provides feedback and periodically evaluates employee performance. Provides advice, counsel, and/or instruction to staff members. Recommends or approves appointments, selections, or reassignments to positions appropriate to the selection authority delegated. Effects disciplinary measures as appropriate to the authority delegated in this area. Carries out Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and program activities. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship required. Subject to background/suitability investigation/determination. Submit all required documents and Online Assessment Questionnaire. Federal payments are required to be made by Direct Deposit. Requires registration for the Selective Service. Visit www.sss.gov. Pre-employment drug testing required. 1-year supervisory probationary period may be required. 1-year probationary period may be required. See Other Information for further requirements. Qualifications Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPM's website: https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/num-ndx.asp All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Qualifying experience for the GS-14 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-13 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Examples of specialized experience include: plans, develops, and implements marketing strategies for promoting and publicizing new or substantially revamped programs and services; oversees the dissemination of publicity/marketing materials and evaluates the success of various efforts; establishes and oversees the editorial direction, design, production and distribution of publications; develops strategies for planning and managing strategic communications programs; designs and conducts a wide variety of comprehensive studies and detailed analyses of complex communication, marketing and/or public affairs functions and processes related to long-range planning; develops, led, and implemented communication strategies to reach a variety of audiences. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications as described above will be further evaluated based upon the following technical qualifications: Knowledge of social media outlets, communications and governmental affairs principles, and evaluation techniques. Ability to analyze marketing, communications and/or public affairs organizational and operational problems and develop solutions. Ability to plan and execute communication, marketing and/or public affairs programs. Ability to communicate in writing. Ability to supervise. Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing. Click here to see the full Qualifications Statement. Education See Other Information. Additional Information This position is excluded from the bargaining unit. TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENT: Status applicants for promotion must have 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade by the closing date. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. This position may be eligible for telework per agency policy. OJP offers opportunities for flexible work schedules
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JOB SUMMARY:
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on https://www.avuecentral.com/casting/aiportal/control/toVacancy?referenceCode=MPFDD.
JOB SUMMARY:
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Duties
(The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position)
This position serves as a Supervisory Senior Policy Advisor and expert/authority in leading and managing criminal and tribal justice courts work including pretrial, case management and assessment, system fairness and access and courts operations, including strategies to address and manage violent crime and crime associated with those with behavioral health needs. This
Duties
(The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position)
This position serves as a Supervisory Senior Policy Advisor and expert/authority in leading and managing criminal and tribal justice courts work including pretrial, case management and assessment, system fairness and access and courts operations, including strategies to address and manage violent crime and crime associated with those with behavioral health needs. This includes pretrial, court operations, judicial training, court diversion and treatment courts, court integrity and tribal justice. This is a large and active portfolio and BJA is seeking candidates with experience leading teams to accomplish key goals.
This position is located in the Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), Policy Office, Courts, Communities and Strategic Partnerships team. BJA's broad and complex criminal justice grant programs, which are nationwide in scope... provide funds, training and technical assistance (TTA) to state, tribal and local criminal justice communities. This work includes pretrial and criminal courts operations, as well as collaborations with partners to address crime tied to behavioral health needs and violent crime projects, including tribal justice programs.
Supervises a group of employees performing work at the GS-14 and 13 levels.
Leads a team of staff to evaluate and recommend action to decision makers on program plans, concept papers, abstracts, applications for funding, and related matters to support assessment of compliance with program requirements, relevance to issues and priorities, and contributions to the criminal justice pretrial and courts processes. Negotiates technical aspects of criminal and tribal court programs to ensure the greatest potential for success and impact of criminal and tribal courts systems and partner agencies. Oversees a team who lead the development of criminal and tribal justice pretrial and courts programs and collaborations with other partners to ensure program implementation.
Provides leadership in coordinating the goals, objectives, and interests of the federal government's role in offering criminal program policy leadership and related cooperative agreement activities to state, tribal and local agencies and other criminal justice partners. Formulates innovative and/or comprehensive criminal justice pretrial and courts related work in planning strategies and program plans to accomplish agency-wide goals and objectives. Makes recommendations related to criminal justice work related to the courts operations and related collaborations, and long-range planning in connection with prospective changes in functions.
Leads a team that performs a variety of post-award tasks to ensure that the goals and planned outcomes for grants and/or cooperative agreement are achieved, such as overseeing assessments of capacity and planning for training and technical assistance needs, working to identify and resolve management, financial, and administrative issues; providing training, technical assistance, oversight, expertise, and consultation to program officials, awardees, and recipients; supporting the establishment and review of performance measure data and working the training partners and grant managers in BJA to assessing awardee performance and address needs via TTA; and reviewing completed awards, making appropriate adjustments in strategies to enhance success.
Leads a team that researches and prepares analysis on criminal justice program issues, providing expert guidance or analysis in criminal justice courts and related policy work. Represents the organization in developing and maintaining effective relationships with national, state, tribal, and local experts, administrators, high-level officials, policy makers, and planners. Serves as a BJA representative in criminal justice legal and courts programs on agency or inter-agency task forces whose members include high-level DOJ officials and other executive branch representatives. Provides inter-agency liaison services to federal agencies providing specific support and services in the criminal and tribal justice pretrial and courts process and collaborations.
Leads a team that provides expert criminal and tribal justice advice and guidance on broad grant and/or cooperative agreement-related projects and programs with impact on major agency criminal justice pretrial and courts related programs. Develops and/or reviews criminal justice program materials, such as program and strategic plans, solicitation content and budget recommendations, justification and program assessment of outcomes addressing BJA program priorities. Prepares analytical reports, memorandum, concept papers, budget documents and other types of written responses that are disseminated to internal and external audiences to include various practitioner groups, researchers, Congressional committees, and the general public.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
• U.S. Citizenship required. Applicants must also reside in the U.S.
• Subject to background/suitability investigation/determination.
• Submit all required documents and Online Assessment Questionnaire.
• Federal payments are required to be made by Direct Deposit.
• Requires registration for the Selective Service. Visit www.sss.gov.
• Pre-employment drug testing required.
• 1-year supervisory probationary period may be required.
• 1-year probationary period may be required.
See Other Information for further requirements.
Qualifications
Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPM's website: https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/num-ndx.asp
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Screen Out Factor:
Experience developing, implementing and managing complex, multi-million dollar, jurisdiction-wide pretrial, criminal court, judicial or court-based behavioral health programs.
MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifying experience for the GS-14 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-13 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Examples of specialized experience include: experience providing expert advice and/or recommendations on strategies and approaches to address key critical criminal justice legal and court issues; planned and prepared documents related to complex criminal justice legal and court program issues; developed grant management policies in the criminal justice adjudications process which may include prosecution, defense, pretrial, post-conviction, etc., or served as a technical expert in evaluation of complex discretionary grants and/or agreements related to criminal justice legal work in adjudications; or evaluated and reviewed program reports aggregating grantee data and training and technical assistance activities relating to criminal justice legal and courts issues.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications as described above will be further evaluated based upon the following technical qualifications:
Ability to provide advice and guidance on the criminal justice pretrial and courts and related behavioral health and violent crime processes, policies Standard Operating Procedures, and/or grants and cooperative agreement policies.
Ability to apply analytical methods and techniques in the identification and resolution of criminal justice pretrial and courts and related behavioral health and violent crime issues.
Ability to plan and execute work.
Ability to communicate in writing.
Ability to supervise.
Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
Click here to see the full Qualifications Statement.
Education
See Other Information.
Additional information
This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.
TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENT: Status applicants for promotion must have 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade by the closing date.
Confidential Financial Disclosure may be required.
This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
OJP offers opportunities for flexible work schedules.
Recruitment incentives may be authorized.
Duty Station and Salary: Selectee's residence is the full-time official duty location. Salary range listed on this announcement is the "Rest of U.S." pay scale. Actual salary will be dependent upon physical location of selectee and is determined by the locality pay in each duty location. Upon selection, the salary will be adjusted to include locality. Salaries for all areas are available on the OPM website at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2023/general-schedule/ Selectee(s) will be required to sign a Remote Work Agreement upon initial appointment and review/complete a new Remote Work Agreement every two years.
• Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
To explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees, visit the Office of Personnel Management's website at http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc.
Fitness Reimbursement: OJP offers a fitness reimbursement program for employees' individual fitness-related expenditures.
OJP also offers credit union services, a health unit, and on-site nurse for your usage.
Transit Benefits: To defray your commuting cost, we are pleased to offer the Employee Transit Benefit Program.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be considered under all categories for which you are eligible.
For All U.S. Citizens: Your application will be evaluated and rated under DOJ's Category Rating and Selection Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified, or Qualified. Names of all candidates in the best qualified category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Candidates within the best qualified category who are eligible for veterans preference will receive selection priority over non-veteran preference eligibles.
For Status/Merit Promotion/VEOA candidates: Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on the announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your resume and application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
For Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)/Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) applicants: The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, or if your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. Under merit promotion procedures, to be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and score 85 or better on established ranking criteria. Under category rating procedures, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified or better category using established category rating criteria.
• Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
To explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees, visit the Office of Personnel Management's website at http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc.
Fitness Reimbursement: OJP offers a fitness reimbursement program for employees' individual fitness-related expenditures.
OJP also offers credit union services, a health unit, and on-site nurse for your usage.
Transit Benefits: To defray your commuting cost, we are pleased to offer the Employee Transit Benefit Program.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
REMINDER: ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MIDNIGHT (Washington, D.C. time) ON THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (ALL APPLICANTS):
1. Resume and/or work history profile,
2. Responses to online questions,
3. Veterans' Preference Documentation (if applicable; see below),
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (FEDERAL EMPLOYEES):
4. SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (current and former federal employees; see below for more information), and
5. Performance Appraisal (for current federal employees) Note: if not provided, will be required at time of interview.
Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Veterans Preference
In order to verify your veteran preference entitlement, submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty); official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty; or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
If you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, or widow/widower of a veteran, spouse of a disabled veteran or the natural mother of a disabled or deceased veteran, you must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Pt Veteran Preference, and the other required documentation listed on the reverse of the SF-15 to support your preference claim.
Although veteran preference points are not assigned under the category rating procedures described under How You Will Be Evaluated, veterans' preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-veterans within each category for which qualified. In addition, qualified veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more are placed at the top of the highest quality category (i.e., Best Qualified).
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act
To be eligible for a Veteran Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) appointment, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service. If applying for a Merit Promotion announcement and wish to be considered under the VEOA, you must submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214, in addition to any other required documents listed on this announcement.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)/Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)
If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit proof by the closing date of the announcement that you meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(u) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP or you will not receive priority consideration. The proof includes a copy of the Agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action for Competitive Appointment.
Non-competitive Eligibility
You can apply for a non-competitive appointment if you meet the basic eligibility requirements and you are eligible for special appointment such as those authorized for the severely disabled; veterans w/ service-connected disabilities of 30% or more; returning volunteers from the Peace Corps or Vista, Veterans' Recruitment Appointment, etc. Appropriate documentation to support your claim must be included in your application, along with the type of special appointment you are seeking.
Current/Former Federal Employees
If you are a current Federal employee in a permanent, competitive service position, you must submit document to confirm your status. Failure to submit an appropriate SF-50 will automatically disqualify you from consideration.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".).
• Submit your most recent Performance Appraisal (dated within the last 18 months) or a statement explaining why you are unable to submit your appraisal. If not provided at time of application, it will be required at time of interview.
If you are a former Federal employee who is reinstatement eligible based on prior federal permanent competitive service, you must submit documents to confirm your eligibility.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
• How to Apply
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on https://www.avuecentral.com/casting/aiportal/control/toVacancy?referenceCode=PAGPW.
If you are unable to apply online, you may contact Avue Digital Services for alternate application procedures. Please call Monday-Friday from 8AM to 5PM PST at (253) 573-1877 or email at joeavue@avuetech.com
Agency contact information
Gail Williams
Phone
12025989412
Email
Gail.Williams@usdoj.gov
Address
Office of Justice Programs (OJP)
810 7th Street NW
Washington, Dist of Columbia 20531
US
Next steps
Once your completed application is certified and received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your status and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. We expect to make a final job offer within 80 days after the closing date of the announcement.
• Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Financial suitability
• Selective Service
• New employee probationary period
• Signature and false statements
• Privacy Act
• Social security number request
Required Documents
REMINDER: ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MIDNIGHT (Washington, D.C. time) ON THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (ALL APPLICANTS):
1. Resume and/or work history profile,
2. Responses to online questions,
3. Veterans' Preference Documentation (if applicable; see below),
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (FEDERAL EMPLOYEES):
4. SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (current and former federal employees; see below for more information), and
5. Performance Appraisal (for current federal employees) Note: if not provided, will be required at time of interview.
Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Veterans Preference
In order to verify your veteran preference entitlement, submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty); official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty; or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
If you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, or widow/widower of a veteran, spouse of a disabled veteran or the natural mother of a disabled or deceased veteran, you must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Pt Veteran Preference, and the other required documentation listed on the reverse of the SF-15 to support your preference claim.
Although veteran preference points are not assigned under the category rating procedures described under How You Will Be Evaluated, veterans' preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-veterans within each category for which qualified. In addition, qualified veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more are placed at the top of the highest quality category (i.e., Best Qualified).
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act
To be eligible for a Veteran Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) appointment, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service. If applying for a Merit Promotion announcement and wish to be considered under the VEOA, you must submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214, in addition to any other required documents listed on this announcement.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)/Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)
If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit proof by the closing date of the announcement that you meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(u) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP or you will not receive priority consideration. The proof includes a copy of the Agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action for Competitive Appointment.
Non-competitive Eligibility
You can apply for a non-competitive appointment if you meet the basic eligibility requirements and you are eligible for special appointment such as those authorized for the severely disabled; veterans w/ service-connected disabilities of 30% or more; returning volunteers from the Peace Corps or Vista, Veterans' Recruitment Appointment, etc. Appropriate documentation to support your claim must be included in your application, along with the type of special appointment you are seeking.
Current/Former Federal Employees
If you are a current Federal employee in a permanent, competitive service position, you must submit document to confirm your status. Failure to submit an appropriate SF-50 will automatically disqualify you from consideration.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".).
• Submit your most recent Performance Appraisal (dated within the last 18 months) or a statement explaining why you are unable to submit your appraisal. If not provided at time of application, it will be required at time of interview.
If you are a former Federal employee who is reinstatement eligible based on prior federal permanent competitive service, you must submit documents to confirm your eligibility.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Help
This job is open to
• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
• Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
• Individuals with disabilities
• Land & base management
Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.
• Military spouses
• The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista
• Special authorities
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
• Veterans
Clarification from the agency
Applicants will be considered under Delegated Examining and/or Merit Promotion procedures based upon eligibility Show more details...
(The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position)
This position serves as a Supervisory Senior Policy Advisor and expert/authority in leading and managing criminal and tribal justice courts work including pretrial, case management and assessment, system fairness and access and courts operations, including strategies to address and manage violent crime and crime associated with those with behavioral health needs. This includes pretrial, court operations, judicial training, court diversion and treatment courts, court integrity and tribal justice. This is a large and active portfolio and BJA is seeking candidates with experience leading teams to accomplish key goals.
This position is located in the Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), Policy Office, Courts, Communities and Strategic Partnerships team. BJA's broad and complex criminal justice grant programs, which are nationwide in scope... provide funds, training and technical assistance (TTA) to state, tribal and local criminal justice communities. This work includes pretrial and criminal courts operations, as well as collaborations with partners to address crime tied to behavioral health needs and violent crime projects, including tribal justice programs.
Supervises a group of employees performing work at the GS-14 and 13 levels.
Leads a team of staff to evaluate and recommend action to decision makers on program plans, concept papers, abstracts, applications for funding, and related matters to support assessment of compliance with program requirements, relevance to issues and priorities, and contributions to the criminal justice pretrial and courts processes. Negotiates technical aspects of criminal and tribal court programs to ensure the greatest potential for success and impact of criminal and tribal courts systems and partner agencies. Oversees a team who lead the development of criminal and tribal justice pretrial and courts programs and collaborations with other partners to ensure program implementation.
Provides leadership in coordinating the goals, objectives, and interests of the federal government's role in offering criminal program policy leadership and related cooperative agreement activities to state, tribal and local agencies and other criminal justice partners. Formulates innovative and/or comprehensive criminal justice pretrial and courts related work in planning strategies and program plans to accomplish agency-wide goals and objectives. Makes recommendations related to criminal justice work related to the courts operations and related collaborations, and long-range planning in connection with prospective changes in functions.
Leads a team that performs a variety of post-award tasks to ensure that the goals and planned outcomes for grants and/or cooperative agreement are achieved, such as overseeing assessments of capacity and planning for training and technical assistance needs, working to identify and resolve management, financial, and administrative issues; providing training, technical assistance, oversight, expertise, and consultation to program officials, awardees, and recipients; supporting the establishment and review of performance measure data and working the training partners and grant managers in BJA to assessing awardee performance and address needs via TTA; and reviewing completed awards, making appropriate adjustments in strategies to enhance success.
Leads a team that researches and prepares analysis on criminal justice program issues, providing expert guidance or analysis in criminal justice courts and related policy work. Represents the organization in developing and maintaining effective relationships with national, state, tribal, and local experts, administrators, high-level officials, policy makers, and planners. Serves as a BJA representative in criminal justice legal and courts programs on agency or inter-agency task forces whose members include high-level DOJ officials and other executive branch representatives. Provides inter-agency liaison services to federal agencies providing specific support and services in the criminal and tribal justice pretrial and courts process and collaborations.
Leads a team that provides expert criminal and tribal justice advice and guidance on broad grant and/or cooperative agreement-related projects and programs with impact on major agency criminal justice pretrial and courts related programs. Develops and/or reviews criminal justice program materials, such as program and strategic plans, solicitation content and budget recommendations, justification and program assessment of outcomes addressing BJA program priorities. Prepares analytical reports, memorandum, concept papers, budget documents and other types of written responses that are disseminated to internal and external audiences to include various practitioner groups, researchers, Congressional committees, and the general public.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
• U.S. Citizenship required. Applicants must also reside in the U.S.
• Subject to background/suitability investigation/determination.
• Submit all required documents and Online Assessment Questionnaire.
• Federal payments are required to be made by Direct Deposit.
• Requires registration for the Selective Service. Visit www.sss.gov.
• Pre-employment drug testing required.
• 1-year supervisory probationary period may be required.
• 1-year probationary period may be required.
See Other Information for further requirements.
Qualifications
Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPM's website: https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/num-ndx.asp
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Screen Out Factor:
Experience developing, implementing and managing complex, multi-million dollar, jurisdiction-wide pretrial, criminal court, judicial or court-based behavioral health programs.
MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifying experience for the GS-14 level includes one year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-13 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Examples of specialized experience include: experience providing expert advice and/or recommendations on strategies and approaches to address key critical criminal justice legal and court issues; planned and prepared documents related to complex criminal justice legal and court program issues; developed grant management policies in the criminal justice adjudications process which may include prosecution, defense, pretrial, post-conviction, etc., or served as a technical expert in evaluation of complex discretionary grants and/or agreements related to criminal justice legal work in adjudications; or evaluated and reviewed program reports aggregating grantee data and training and technical assistance activities relating to criminal justice legal and courts issues.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications as described above will be further evaluated based upon the following technical qualifications:
Ability to provide advice and guidance on the criminal justice pretrial and courts and related behavioral health and violent crime processes, policies Standard Operating Procedures, and/or grants and cooperative agreement policies.
Ability to apply analytical methods and techniques in the identification and resolution of criminal justice pretrial and courts and related behavioral health and violent crime issues.
Ability to plan and execute work.
Ability to communicate in writing.
Ability to supervise.
Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
Click here to see the full Qualifications Statement.
Education
See Other Information.
Additional information
This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.
TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENT: Status applicants for promotion must have 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade by the closing date.
Confidential Financial Disclosure may be required.
This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
OJP offers opportunities for flexible work schedules.
Recruitment incentives may be authorized.
Duty Station and Salary: Selectee's residence is the full-time official duty location. Salary range listed on this announcement is the "Rest of U.S." pay scale. Actual salary will be dependent upon physical location of selectee and is determined by the locality pay in each duty location. Upon selection, the salary will be adjusted to include locality. Salaries for all areas are available on the OPM website at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/2023/general-schedule/ Selectee(s) will be required to sign a Remote Work Agreement upon initial appointment and review/complete a new Remote Work Agreement every two years.
• Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
To explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees, visit the Office of Personnel Management's website at http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc.
Fitness Reimbursement: OJP offers a fitness reimbursement program for employees' individual fitness-related expenditures.
OJP also offers credit union services, a health unit, and on-site nurse for your usage.
Transit Benefits: To defray your commuting cost, we are pleased to offer the Employee Transit Benefit Program.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be considered under all categories for which you are eligible.
For All U.S. Citizens: Your application will be evaluated and rated under DOJ's Category Rating and Selection Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified, or Qualified. Names of all candidates in the best qualified category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Candidates within the best qualified category who are eligible for veterans preference will receive selection priority over non-veteran preference eligibles.
For Status/Merit Promotion/VEOA candidates: Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on the announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your resume and application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
For Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)/Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) applicants: The ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. The CTAP provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies If your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, or if your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well-qualified for this vacancy. Under merit promotion procedures, to be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and score 85 or better on established ranking criteria. Under category rating procedures, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and rate equivalent to the Highly Qualified or better category using established category rating criteria.
• Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
To explore the major benefits offered to most Federal employees, visit the Office of Personnel Management's website at http://www.usajobs.gov/ResourceCenter/Index/Interactive/Benefits#icc.
Fitness Reimbursement: OJP offers a fitness reimbursement program for employees' individual fitness-related expenditures.
OJP also offers credit union services, a health unit, and on-site nurse for your usage.
Transit Benefits: To defray your commuting cost, we are pleased to offer the Employee Transit Benefit Program.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
REMINDER: ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MIDNIGHT (Washington, D.C. time) ON THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (ALL APPLICANTS):
1. Resume and/or work history profile,
2. Responses to online questions,
3. Veterans' Preference Documentation (if applicable; see below),
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (FEDERAL EMPLOYEES):
4. SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (current and former federal employees; see below for more information), and
5. Performance Appraisal (for current federal employees) Note: if not provided, will be required at time of interview.
Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Veterans Preference
In order to verify your veteran preference entitlement, submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty); official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty; or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
If you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, or widow/widower of a veteran, spouse of a disabled veteran or the natural mother of a disabled or deceased veteran, you must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Pt Veteran Preference, and the other required documentation listed on the reverse of the SF-15 to support your preference claim.
Although veteran preference points are not assigned under the category rating procedures described under How You Will Be Evaluated, veterans' preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-veterans within each category for which qualified. In addition, qualified veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more are placed at the top of the highest quality category (i.e., Best Qualified).
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act
To be eligible for a Veteran Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) appointment, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service. If applying for a Merit Promotion announcement and wish to be considered under the VEOA, you must submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214, in addition to any other required documents listed on this announcement.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)/Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)
If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit proof by the closing date of the announcement that you meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(u) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP or you will not receive priority consideration. The proof includes a copy of the Agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action for Competitive Appointment.
Non-competitive Eligibility
You can apply for a non-competitive appointment if you meet the basic eligibility requirements and you are eligible for special appointment such as those authorized for the severely disabled; veterans w/ service-connected disabilities of 30% or more; returning volunteers from the Peace Corps or Vista, Veterans' Recruitment Appointment, etc. Appropriate documentation to support your claim must be included in your application, along with the type of special appointment you are seeking.
Current/Former Federal Employees
If you are a current Federal employee in a permanent, competitive service position, you must submit document to confirm your status. Failure to submit an appropriate SF-50 will automatically disqualify you from consideration.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".).
• Submit your most recent Performance Appraisal (dated within the last 18 months) or a statement explaining why you are unable to submit your appraisal. If not provided at time of application, it will be required at time of interview.
If you are a former Federal employee who is reinstatement eligible based on prior federal permanent competitive service, you must submit documents to confirm your eligibility.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
• How to Apply
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on https://www.avuecentral.com/casting/aiportal/control/toVacancy?referenceCode=PAGPW.
If you are unable to apply online, you may contact Avue Digital Services for alternate application procedures. Please call Monday-Friday from 8AM to 5PM PST at (253) 573-1877 or email at joeavue@avuetech.com
Agency contact information
Gail Williams
Phone
12025989412
Gail.Williams@usdoj.gov
Address
Office of Justice Programs (OJP)
810 7th Street NW
Washington, Dist of Columbia 20531
US
Next steps
Once your completed application is certified and received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your status and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. We expect to make a final job offer within 80 days after the closing date of the announcement.
• Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Financial suitability
• Selective Service
• New employee probationary period
• Signature and false statements
• Privacy Act
• Social security number request
Required Documents
REMINDER: ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MIDNIGHT (Washington, D.C. time) ON THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (ALL APPLICANTS):
1. Resume and/or work history profile,
2. Responses to online questions,
3. Veterans' Preference Documentation (if applicable; see below),
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (FEDERAL EMPLOYEES):
4. SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (current and former federal employees; see below for more information), and
5. Performance Appraisal (for current federal employees) Note: if not provided, will be required at time of interview.
Note: Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Veterans Preference
In order to verify your veteran preference entitlement, submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214 (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty); official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty; or other official documentation (e.g., documentation of receipt of a campaign badge or expeditionary medal) that shows your military service was performed under honorable conditions.
If you are a disabled veteran, a Purple Heart recipient, or widow/widower of a veteran, spouse of a disabled veteran or the natural mother of a disabled or deceased veteran, you must submit a Standard Form (SF) 15, Application for 10-Pt Veteran Preference, and the other required documentation listed on the reverse of the SF-15 to support your preference claim.
Although veteran preference points are not assigned under the category rating procedures described under How You Will Be Evaluated, veterans' preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-veterans within each category for which qualified. In addition, qualified veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more are placed at the top of the highest quality category (i.e., Best Qualified).
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act
To be eligible for a Veteran Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) appointment, a veteran must be honorably separated and either a preference eligible or have substantially completed three (3) or more years of continuous active military service. If applying for a Merit Promotion announcement and wish to be considered under the VEOA, you must submit a copy of the Member Copy 4 of your DD-214, in addition to any other required documents listed on this announcement.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)/Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)
If you are claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, you must submit proof by the closing date of the announcement that you meet the requirements of 5 CFR 330.605(u) for CTAP and 5 CFR 330.704 for ICTAP or you will not receive priority consideration. The proof includes a copy of the Agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 Notification of Personnel Action for Competitive Appointment.
Non-competitive Eligibility
You can apply for a non-competitive appointment if you meet the basic eligibility requirements and you are eligible for special appointment such as those authorized for the severely disabled; veterans w/ service-connected disabilities of 30% or more; returning volunteers from the Peace Corps or Vista, Veterans' Recruitment Appointment, etc. Appropriate documentation to support your claim must be included in your application, along with the type of special appointment you are seeking.
Current/Former Federal Employees
If you are a current Federal employee in a permanent, competitive service position, you must submit document to confirm your status. Failure to submit an appropriate SF-50 will automatically disqualify you from consideration.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".).
• Submit your most recent Performance Appraisal (dated within the last 18 months) or a statement explaining why you are unable to submit your appraisal. If not provided at time of application, it will be required at time of interview.
If you are a former Federal employee who is reinstatement eligible based on prior federal permanent competitive service, you must submit documents to confirm your eligibility.
• Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
• Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
• Individuals with disabilities
• Land & base management
Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.
• Military spouses
• The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista
• Special authorities
Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
• Veterans
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Company Overview...
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Job Responsibilities/Duties:
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• Assist OVC in planning, implementing, and coordinating a variety of OVC's TTA tasks, including the TTA convening, training sessions, and workgroup meetings
• Work closely with OVC staff and staff from other organizations (i.e., Contractors, grantees, and other government agencies).
• The Strategic Engagement Coordinator staff will participate in regular project meetings at OVC and offsite, share information effectively with OVC and its partners (i.e., Contractors, grantees, and other government agencies), and collaborate on projects in support of OVC, even when such projects may be led by another Contractor or organization.
• Considered key personnel and must be approved by the COR and the Contracting Officer (CO) before the Contractor offers the position.
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Qualifications:
• 5 years of experience in event planning for Federal government agencies, including event preparation, event registration, responding to general inquiries, providing logistical support, site selection, onsite meeting support, and compilation and basic analysis of evaluation forms/reports.
• 5 years of experience directly relevant work in the victim services field.
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