Duties

Summary

This position is located in the Office of the General (OGC), Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC). OGC provides legal advice and counsel for the Director and the Corporation, including ERISA and/or bankruptcy related legal actions; decides administrative appeals of benefit coverage and other determinations, and administers the disclosure and other requirements of the Freedom of Information ACT (FOIA) and the
Privacy Act. The incumbent will serve as the Deputy Chief Privacy Officer.

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Responsibilities

• Serve as Agency Chief Privacy Officer (CPO) when the CPO is unavailable,
• Analyze the most complex privacy issues, identify applicable legal sources, and determine need for additional facts or investigation.
• Coordinate the annual security and privacy accreditation reviews for assigned FISMA systems, which include reviewing privacy and security controls and recommending new or revised security and privacy measures.
• Design, develop, and implement a modernized Breach Response Program and administer the day-to-day operation of Breach Tracking and response, in accordance with appropriate policies and procedures.
• Develop and conduct privacy training, including role-based training.
• Collaborate with business units to ensure successful integration of privacy considerations in the appropriate business operations and IT systems.
• Advise PBGC managers and employees, including senior management, regarding all aspects of U.S. privacy laws and regulations, such as the Privacy Act of 1974, the E-Government Act of 2002, OMB Circulars and Memoranda, and NIST guidance.
• Serve as principal representative on key committees and task forces.
• Participate in and contribute to the development of legal policy.

Travel Required

Occasional travel - Less than 10%

Supervisory status
No

Promotion Potential
15

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. citizen
• You may undergo a personnel security background investigation
• Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt
• 2 year trial period is required unless met during previous Federal service
• Applicants selected for employment will be required to complete an OF-306

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of experience at the GS-14 grade level (in the Federal service) or equivalent to the GS-14 grade level (in the private sector) in:
• analyzing complex privacy law issues and communicating effectively, including making presentations to management;
• Addressing privacy breaches;
• Working with attorneys and IT professionals on privacy and cybersecurity issues;

PLEASE NOTE: If you are currently serving or have previously served in the series in the Federal government for which this position is being advertised, you do not need to submit a transcript(s) if you submit an SF-50 that provides proof of you having been in the series.

Education

In order to qualify for this position, you must possess a J.D. degree from a school of law accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA).
In addition to the education requirement, you must currently be a member in good standing of the bar of a State, a Territory of the United State, or the District of Columbia.

Please provide Law Bar Status/Membership.

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.

IAPP (International Association of Privacy Professionals) certification preferred but not required.

WRITING SAMPLE: Each applicant must submit an original sample of their unedited written work that does not exceed ten pages in length (double or single spaced). The writing sample should demonstrate legal analysis.

Additional information

PBGC encourages qualified applicants with disabilities to apply. Applicants with disabilities who are interested in learning more about job opportunities under the Schedule A Hiring Authority and other available hiring flexibilities and authorities are encouraged to contact PBGC's Selective Placement Program Coordinator, Donald Beasley, at (202) 229-3637 or Beasley.donald@pbgc.gov. TTY/TDD users should call the federal relay service at (800) 877-8339 and ask to be connected to (800) 400-7242.

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Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 80 or above based on the competencies listed above (which is equivalent to PBGC's "Silver" quality category); and 3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: Interagency Career Transition Assistance Programs .

If you believe that you have been subjected to discrimination, you may contact the PBGC Office of Equal Employment Opportunity (OEEO):

OEEO Main Office Phone: 202-326-4363

Email: EEO@PBGC.gov

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, PBGC is currently operating under maximum telework flexibilities. However, all Federal agencies will begin a phased transition to normal operations.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Evaluations: Your application will be reviewed to ensure that it is complete. All complete applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications (i.e., the required education and experience). The applications of those applicants who have submitted complete packages and are found to be minimally qualified are then further reviewed to determine the best qualified.

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Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance
Other

Drug test required
No

Required Documents

RESUME: You must submit a resume. Your resume should clearly show your possession of the specialized experience and KSAs so that we can determine your qualifications for this position. Your resume should be specific to the position you are applying for, relating your skills and experience to those noted in the job posting.

COVER LETTER (OPTIONAL): Your cover letter should state your interest in this position and the strengths that you feel will make you an asset to the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation. We will not use your cover letter to determine your qualifications; however, your cover letter will go to the Selecting Official along with your resume if you are referred.

TRANSCRIPT(S): This position has a positive education requirement. You must submit transcripts to verify that you meet the education requirement for this position. Information on the specific education requirement can be found under the Qualifications and Evaluations tab in the vacancy announcement. Your transcripts should include course titles, school name/location, date completed, grades, and number of credits earned. Applicants who obtained their qualifying education outside of the U.S. and its territories must provide proof that their degrees have been validated as equivalent to a degree conferred by a college or university in the U.S. Unofficial transcripts may be submitted with your application; however, you must bring official transcripts with your first day if you are hired.

Law Bar Status/Membership

VETERANS PREFERENCE: If claiming veteran's preference, you should indicate the type of veteran's preference you are claiming on your resume. For 5-point veteran's preference, you must provide a copy of your DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 copy or Member 7 copy), 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 proves your military service was performed under honorable conditions. Your DD-214 must show the type of discharge and dates of active duty. If the appropriate copy of the DD-214 is not submitted and the discharge status is not confirmed, you will not receive credit for the claimed active duty military service. To gain access to your DD214 online, please visit: National Archives. For 10-point veteran's preference, including 30% or more disabled veterans, you must submit a SF-15 , Application for 10-point Veteran Preference and any documentation required by this form to support your claim. These documents must be submitted before 10-point preference can be awarded. If you fail to provide documentation required by the SF-15 you will receive 5-point preference if veterans' preference requirements have been met.
Information on Veterans Preference is available in the Vet's Guide that can be found at OPM's website: Veterans Guide.
Veterans Opportunity to Work Act (VOW) : If you are currently serving on active duty you MUST submit a statement of service from your unit (on unit letterhead) identifying the branch of service, period(s) of service, campaign badges or expeditionary medals earned, type of discharge, character of service, and the date you will be separated or be on approved terminal leave. If you provide a statement of service at this stage, your preference/eligibility will be verified by a DD214 (Member 4 Copy) upon separation from the military.

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.