Summary

This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Intelligence and Analysis (l&A), Collection Management Division.

Incumbent will serve as the Team Lead for the HUMINT Operations Coordinator, Collection Management Division, I&A Office of Collection. The incumbent must be an experienced, senior Intelligence Officer with significant operational experience.

This job is open to

• Internal to an agency
  
  Current federal employees of this agency.

Clarification from the agency

This Job is Open to Current GS-14s and highly qualified GS-13s, DHS IE employees

Duties

The incumbent must possess strong liaison, communication, and leadership skills to include the ability to interact and brief senior government officials in many forums as a representative for the Collection Management Division and Office of Collection.

DUTIES INCLUDE:

• This position serves as the Human Intelligence (HUMINT) Operations Coordinator Team Lead within the Collection Management Division (CMD), Office of the Deputy Under Secretary for Collection, Office of Intelligence and Analysis (I&A), Department of Homeland Security. The I&A mission is to provide a full range of synchronized intelligence analysis in support of the Secretary of DHS and the Department, as well as DHS stakeholders, to protect the Homeland. This position performs a wide range of intelligence operation duties related to the application of the basic operational and technical aspects of intelligence collection and its dissemination methods and techniques to analyze and address complex problems and issues faced by DHS.
• The incumbent is part of the Office of Collection serving as the lead coordination collection officer working directly with the Office of Partnerships' Field Intelligence Directorate (FID) regarding the collection and reporting of HUMINT information gathered from the field as well as coordinating HUMINT collections operations with the DHS Intelligence Enterprise (DHS IE), Intelligence Community (IC) partners, and other stakeholders.
• The primary purpose of this position is to facilitate the coordination and execution of the I&A HUMINT collection program alongside FID, ensuring all activities are fully coordinated, staffed, and adhere to all applicable policies and guidelines. The incumbent represents the Office of Collection's equities on behalf of the Deputy Under Secretary for Collection and the Collection Management Division to which they are assigned.
• Responsible for supporting DHS I&A and the DHS IE as the HUMINT Operations Coordinator Team Lead; overseeing a team of Intelligence Officers performing the coordination/processing of Operational Proposals, Contact memorandums, source deconfliction, source registration, maintaining records of DHS IE personnel Certified Release Authority certification, and supporting any updates and ongoing improvements to the I&A Overt Collector Course training for HUMINT collectors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Must be able to hold a TS/SCI Security Clearance.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) and is covered by the Department of Homeland Security Headquarters Drug-Free Workplace Program.
• Overtime may be required in response to a significant event.
• Overnight Travel of 1-5 nights per month may be required.
• Relocation expenses are authorized.
• Individual must sign a Mobility Agreement.
• Incumbent is subject to polygraph examination, if required.
• Employee may be deemed an essential employee and may perform "exempt" activities during a lapse in government appropriations.
• Employee must have significant experience in HUMINT Operations and Liaison

Qualifications

Specialized Experience:

For GS-14, you must have one year of experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal services to perform duties in Intelligence Collection efforts to enhance and guide HUMINT Operations activities for and on behalf of DHS. This includes the ability to train other Intelligence Officers in Overt Collection techniques and procedures

You must have one year of specialized experience that has provided the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Such experience could be gained from:

• Serving as the subject matter expert for an organization in HUMINT activities.
• Serving as a HUMINT team member of a team executing and supporting intelligence collection activities, reporting, and policy development.
• Instructor or mentor in developing and delivering learning both as formal classroom training and as a facilitator and mentor.

Education

Substitution of education in lieu of specialized experience may not be used for this grade level

Additional information

This is a permanent appointment position that is classified in the Excepted Service under Title 50 and will be filled on a full-time permanent basis. Employees hired under an Excepted Service appointment may be required to serve a two (2) year trial period.

Anyone interested in this opportunity should submit their work history showing current grade by COB 07/08/2024

Note: One or more positions may be filled using this vacancy announcement.

Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, and genetic information, and age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

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

We will review your resume and supporting documentation to ensure you meet the minimum qualification requirements.

The competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this job are:

1. Expert knowledge of HUMINT and associated disciplines to achieve optimum intelligence collection efforts.
2. Expert understanding of the mission, function, programs and relationships across and between the DHS IE organizations and in the Intelligence Community (IC) to resolve collection-related issues and concern including those generated by, or of potential interest.
3. Mastery in the application of judgment and tact to successfully interact and lead personnel in connection with a variety of complex problems and issues.
4. Demonstrated mastery level expertise and experience in providing authoritative guidance to government organizations to achieve high levels of operational success.
5. Expert-level knowledge of the principles of HUMINT operations as well as collection tactics, techniques, and procedures in order to gather, analyze and evaluate intelligence information.

If you are amongst the best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and/or experience, you will be removed from consideration.

• Benefits
  
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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.
  
  
  1. Your resume.
  2. Your cover letter. Not to exceed two pages describing qualifications and interest in the position.
  3. Your most recent performance evaluation.
  
  
  You may be asked to submit additional documents during the resume review process (e.g., writing samples, or ask applicants to complete questionnaires or assessments). Applicants also may be asked for references during the selection process. Incomplete packages will not be referred to the Hiring Manager.
  
  
  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
  
  To apply for this position, you must submit your resume, a complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.
  
  The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/08/2024.
  
  To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
  
  Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
  
  It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
  
  To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login , select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  
  To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  DHS INTEL ICAG Support
  
  Email
  
  DHS.INTEL.ICAG@hq.dhs.gov
  
  Address
  
  IC-DHS Office of Intelligence and Analysis
  
  3801 Nebraska Avenue NW
  
  Washington, DC 20016
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  Once the application window closes, all application packages will be reviewed for completion prior to referral to the selecting official.
  
  Please address questions regarding application procedures to DHS.INTEL.ICAG@HQ.DHS.GOV.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

1. Your resume.
2. Your cover letter. Not to exceed two pages describing qualifications and interest in the position.
3. Your most recent performance evaluation.

You may be asked to submit additional documents during the resume review process (e.g., writing samples, or ask applicants to complete questionnaires or assessments). Applicants also may be asked for references during the selection process. Incomplete packages will not be referred to the Hiring Manager.


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

To apply for this position, you must submit your resume, a complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 07/08/2024.

To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.

Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.

It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login , select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

Agency contact information

DHS INTEL ICAG Support

Email

DHS.INTEL.ICAG@hq.dhs.gov

Address

IC-DHS Office of Intelligence and Analysis

3801 Nebraska Avenue NW

Washington, DC 20016

US

Next steps

Once the application window closes, all application packages will be reviewed for completion prior to referral to the selecting official.

Please address questions regarding application procedures to DHS.INTEL.ICAG@HQ.DHS.GOV.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request