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POLICY ANALYST

Employer
USAJobs
Location
Washington, D.C
Closing date
Jun 25, 2022

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Duties

  • Serve as a policy analyst with limited supervision while gathering factual information, conducting policy analysis, and providing policy expertise to the Board in complex investigations and/or reviews.
  • Work in teams to develop investigative plans including developing timelines and identifying the types of documents and information to seek as part of the Board's reviews.
  • Assist the Board in reviewing and analyzing federal counterterrorism programs pursuant to its mission to ensure that both existing and proposed programs adequately safeguard privacy and civil liberties. This includes conducting legal research and legal analyses regarding applicable constitutional, statutory and other legal authorities.
  • Analyze privacy and civil liberties-related issues and national security and counterterrorism programs, and assist the Board in understanding how programs operate.
  • Assist in drafting Board reports evaluating privacy and civil liberties safeguards in efforts to protect the nation from terrorism and other Board reports to the President, Congress and the public, as well as drafting congressional testimony, letters, and other documents to carry out the Board's responsibilities.


Requirements

Conditions of Employment


  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Suitable for Federal employment, determined by background investigation.
  • Direct Deposit of pay is required.
  • Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt.
  • Must have or be able to obtain a TOP SECRET - Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS-SCI) Security clearance. If you already have a TS/SCI clearance, please highlight your last investigation date in your application.


Qualifications

At the AD-00 level (GS-13 Grade Equivalency), you must meet the following qualification:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 level. Specialized experience is that which has equipped the applicant with the competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Specialized experience for this position includes but is not limited to: researching, reviewing and analyzing federal counterterrorism programs; developing investigative plans; interpreting laws, statutes and regulations; and experience analyzing privacy and civil liberties-related issues and national security.

Only experience obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

SERIES/GRADE: The agency uses the Administratively Determined system in which rank is attached to the individual. The salary range for this position is statutorily capped at $165,300.

A written test may be required.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Education does not substitute for experience at this level.

Additional information

Miscellaneous:
Candidates selected for an interview may be asked to provide references and undergo a writing assessment.
Applicants who want to be considered for the GS-11, GS-12, GS-14 and GS-15 grade equivalencies must also apply under the following vacancies:
To be considered for the GS-11 equivalency vacancy, apply to vacancy number: PCLOB-22-EXE-11513432AM
To be considered for the GS-12 equivalency vacancy, apply to vacancy number: PCLOB-22-EXE-11513433AM
To be considered for the GS-14 equivalency vacancy, apply to vacancy number: PCLOB-22-EXE-11513435AM
To be considered for the GS-15 equivalency vacancy, apply to vacancy number: PCLOB-22-EXE-11513436AM
Telework Suitability:
The duties of this position are suitable for occasional telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval and if they meet the eligibility criterion in the 2010 Telework Act.
Stipulations of Employment:
Selection for this position may require serving a 2-year trial period.
Work Schedule:
This position allows for a flexible work schedule.
Miscellaneous:
PCLOB uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify .

This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days.

If selection is made below the full performance level, promotion up to the full performance level may be made without further competition. However, promotion(s) will depend on the performance of the incumbent and are not guaranteed.

If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Alternate_Application_Information

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