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Records and Information Specialist

Department of Defense
Office of Inspector General
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Summary

A United Organization Working as One Team
If you would like to be a part of a Federal organization dedicated to serving our Nation and those who defend it, consider a career with the Department of Defense (DoD) Office of Inspector General (OIG). The agency promotes integrity, accountability and improvement of critical DoD programs and operations to support mission accomplishment and to serve the public interest. The OIG offers the full range of Federal benefits (https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits) and a flexible work schedule, depending on position requirements.

This position is located in Department of Defense (DoD), Office of Inspector General (OIG), Mission Support Team (MST), Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO), The work involves the creation, dissemination, research, storage and disposition of Federal records and information. A Senior Records and Information Specialist may assist with the formulation of policy, retention schedules and strategic planning, conduct program outreach, coordinate or conduct training, search information and evaluate information governance according to established guidelines.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
10/05/2017 to 10/11/2017
Salary
$79,720 to - $123,234 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 12
Location
Alexandria, VA
1 vacancy
Travel Required
Occasional travel - May require up to 5% temporary travel (TDY)
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-Time
Service
Promotion potential
13
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Announcement number
IG-18-10056520-MST-CIO
Control number
481261300

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Duties

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As a Records and Information Specialist , GS-0308-12, your typical work assignments may include the following under supervision:

  • Provides substantive content to the development and implementation of records management procedures and policies to facilitate effective and efficient record-keeping program agency wide.
  • Performs searches for information using automated recordkeeping tools, systems, and technologies in response to complex requests that include sensitive information and classified materials.
  • Advises OIG personnel on electronic recordkeeping, identifies and revises procedures and methodologies that improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the OIG information life cycle.
  • Perform periodic Records Information Management (RIM) quality control reviews, inspections, surveys, compliance audits, and risk assessments to measure the effectiveness of electronic recordkeeping within the agency.
  • Develops and conducts training for OIG personnel using widely accepted training methodologies and techniques.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
  • Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
  • Suitability for Federal employment - a background investigation
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period

  • Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
  • Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
  • Position has been designated as Special Sensitive; incumbent is required to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
  • Recruitment incentives WILL NOT be authorized.
  • Permanent Change of Duty (PCS-Relocation) expenses WILL NOT be paid.
  • If you have not previously successfully completed a probationary period with the Federal Government in a similar position, you will be required to serve a two year probationary period.
  • Incumbent is required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and is subject to random drug testing for the duration of service with Department of Defense (DoD) OIG. Organizational entities with the DoD are not required to conduct drug testing for DoD civilian employees moving by transfer or reassignment from one DoD Testing Designated Position (TDP) to another TDP with no break in service within the DoD, unless deemed appropriate on a case-by-case basis by the gaining Component.
  • Position(s) may be filled by displaced Department of Defense (DoD) employees through the Priority Placement Program.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within 90 calendar days of the issue date of the referral certificate

Qualifications

Specialized Experience: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11. The Specialized Experience is defined as: Knowledge of records and information management practices and principles; regulations and rules governing records retention, experience working with National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) and electronic records keeping systems; experience with data search principles, practices and software applications; ; documents retrieval and disposal; filing systems; and software applications.

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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience at this level.

Additional information

Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): To be eligible for a VEOA appointment under Merit Promotion procedures, you must be a preference eligible or a Veteran separated after 3 years or more of continuous active service performed under honorable conditions.

Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

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 90 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp.

Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: For more information on noncompetitive appointment authority eligibility requirements:

  • Persons with Disabilities-Schedule A
  • Special Hiring Authorities for Veterans
  • Special Hiring Authority for Certain Military Spouses
  • Other Special Appointment Authorities

How you will be evaluated

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

Once the announcement has closed, your résumé and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your résumé and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

  • Manages and Organizes Information
  • Knowledge Management
  • Information Management
  • Organizational Awareness
  • Communication skills

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