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Government Information Specialist

Department of Housing and Urban Development
Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer
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Summary

This opportunity is also open to Status eligibles under Announcement 20-HUD-634. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period, eligibility, and how to apply. 

Overview

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Reviewing applications
Open & closing dates
05/01/2020 to 05/15/2020
Salary
$102,663 to - $133,465 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 13
Location
District of Columbia, DC
2 vacancies
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Not required
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent - Full-time
Work schedule
Full-time - Career/Career Conditional
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
13
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Announcement number
20-HUD-635-P
Control number
567123800

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Clarification from the agency

U.S. citizens or U.S. Nationals; no prior Federal experience is required.

Duties

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As a Government Information Specialist, you will:

  • Be responsible for the development and execution of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA) programs worldwide for HUD Headquarters and its subordinate regions.
  • Develop and review procedures and requirements to assure compliance with changing guidance from the Headquarters Executive Secretariat and compliance with statutory and regulatory guidance pertaining to the FOIA and PA along with changing litigation, case law, and guidance from the Department of Justice, Homeland Security, and the Office of Management and Budget (OMB).
  • Serve as the subject matter expert contact point in the organization in responding to the public, the media, other agencies, and employees and officials of the Department who are seeking information about agency records, interpretation, policy, process and procedure, and/or technical assistance concerning access laws administered by HUD. Exercises delegated authority to grant official requests to obtain information from and to gain access to records and automated systems.
  • Assist branch chief in the drafting of formal FOIA and Privacy rulemaking documents for publication in the Federal Register and codification in the Code of Federal Regulations.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

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  • Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."

The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your resume.

This position is located in the Office of Administration, where you can ignite your career in public policy and information management with the only federal agency dedicated to ending homelessness and building strong, inclusive communities across America. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) gives the most vulnerable Americans the opportunity to thrive and succeed. HUD’s Office of Administration (OA) propels that mission by giving HUD programs what they need to work faster, smarter, and better.

Imagine a government agency where fully digital work flows replace outdated forms and paper-based processes; or where critical information is accessible to those who need it, available for public scrutiny when appropriate, and fully protected from unauthorized access, in real-time. Envision what the government of the future should be: agile, responsive, efficient, accountable. HUD’s Office of Administration is making that vision a reality every day, because the vulnerable and homeless deserve no less. Join us in inventing the future of government today.

Successful candidates to this one-of-a-kind team will be versatile leaders who:

  • Enjoy the challenge of a diverse portfolio
  • Thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic team environment
  • Are ready to learn and grow through innovation and risk-taking
  • Have a passion for getting it done
  • Welcome opportunities to hone and broaden their subject matter expertise and to advance and diversify their careers at every level

If you are passionate about good government, excited about innovating, craving technology solutions, and want to have fun while having an impact--HUD’s Office of Administration is the place for you!

Qualifications

You must meet the following requirements within the closing date of this announcement.

Specialized Experience for the GS-13 level: 52 weeks of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service for this position, Specialized experience is defined as:

-Researching, interpreting and applying federal laws, regulations, legal decisions, policies, procedures, and directives related to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA); AND
-Ensuring the protection of personally identifiable information of agency personnel and impacted members of the public; AND
-Analyzing compliance documentation related to FOIA, assessing and collaborating with program office personnel regarding the documentation and the protection of PII; AND
-Providing advice, guidance or consultation to program offices on issues related to implementation of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552, and/or other privacy related laws and guidelines.

Additional information

- We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. 
- Relocation expenses will not be paid.
- This is a bargaining unit position.
- This position is Non-Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
- HUD offers alternative and flexible work schedules.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- A one year probationary period may be required.
- Must successfully complete a background investigation.
- Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency
- If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
- Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
- Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.  Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
- Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
- Public Trust – Background Investigation will be required.

HUD employees are subject to a number of government-wide and HUD specific ethics laws and regulations, including restrictions on outside employment. To review applicable ethics rules, please visit https://portal.hud.gov/hudportal/HUD?src=/program_offices/general_counsel/ethics

How you will be evaluated

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

Your application includes your résumé, responses to the online questions, and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a “not qualified” determination.

Rating: Your application will be evaluated in the following areas: Technical, Communication and Administrative Management.  Category rating will be used to rank and select eligible candidates. If qualified, you will be assigned to one of three quality level categories: Best Qualified, Better Qualified, and Qualified (Good) depending on your responses to the online questions, regarding your experience, education, and training related to this position. Your rating may be lowered if your responses to the online questions are not supported by the education and/or experience described in your application.

Veterans' preference is applied after applicants are assessed. Preference-eligibles will be listed at the top of their assigned category and considered before non-preference-eligibles in that category. 

Qualified preference-eligibles with a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest category. 

Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application may be referred to a selecting official for consideration. You may be required to participate in a selection interview. 

If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee (eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)) you must be assigned the middle category or better to be rated as "well qualified" to receive special selection priority.


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