The CBP Watch maintains global situational awareness of CBP employees and activities with 24/7, comprehensive situational awareness of the intelligence and operational environments, and provides the Office of the Commissioner, CBP's front line leadership and operators, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the whole-of-government a complete, accurate, and timely operating picture that serves as the foundation of communications and information for and within the national border security environment. The Senior Watch Officer will support the operational environment at the tactical, operational, and strategic levels, and proactively address threats and incidents.
The employee selected for this temporary supervisory DHS JDP assignment will partner with law enforcement operations leads, Intelligence Research Specialists and subject matter experts to ensure the accurate and timely reporting of all significant incidents to senior CBP and DHS Officials, and will oversee the CBP Watch operations to ensure timely reporting of incidents and ensuring procedures and policies are followed. Additional responsibilities are, but are not limited to, the following:
- Perform the full range of team leadership duties and provides administrative and technical supervision for accomplishing the work of the unit;
- Gather, review, and collate message traffic to alert appropriate leadership and organizations to new developments and significant changes to their area of responsibility;
- Assist in the preparation, analysis, development, review, and implementation of CBP Watch policies, procedures, and standards;
- Plan and direct activities, and partners with Intelligence Research Specialists on the analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of data to assess its relevance and determine the significance of impact for a major geographical area;
- Direct staff in conceptualizing, planning, drafting, and presenting analytic products and preparing executive communications materials;
- Lead and oversee the deployment of a variety of data analysis tools, techniques and procedures, using advanced analytics to position the office to target complex, domestically and internationally focused illicit finance threats;
- Produce CBP Watch operational and intelligence products, both written products and oral briefs, under supervision, and develop written products/oral briefings of findings to supervisor prior to presenting to superiors; and
- Establish and leverage a network within CBP, the Intelligence Enterprise, and the Intelligence Community to obtain information significant to other agencies.
Must be a current Customs and Border Protection employee
Must have supervisory approval to apply to the Joint Duty Assignment.
Must NOT have any pending/outstanding disciplinary actions
Must have achieved a minimum of "meet expectations/proficiency" on latest performance appraisal/evaluation
Must be currently at the grade level of the detail. *No Temporary Promotion Opportunity*
The program does not apply to members of the Military service or contractors.
Must complete DHS 250-2 Application Form. Supervisory signature is required. Please see "Required Documents" section for form.
Qualifications
Qualifications required:
- Knowledge of CBP structure, missions, programs, and organizational relationships to meet the mission of agency.
- Knowledge of CBP, DHS, and Intelligence Community databases and tools, as well as familiarity with GIS capabilities to gather, review, collate, and analyze all-source intelligence and information.
- Knowledge of using a Common Operating Picture and/or common Intelligence Picture in an intelligence-based law enforcement environment.
- Skill in analyzing procedures, organizations, and other subjects wide in scope, and composed of many important, complex tasks.
- Skill with research and analysis of all source information and intelligence.
- Skill in presenting information in oral and/or written forms.
- Ability to represent the organization, within DHS, and to resolve different and entrenched viewpoints.
- Ability to lead a dynamic, fast-paced team, work independently with minimal oversight, and be responsive incidents and emerging threats.
Please read the following important information to ensure we have everything we need to consider your application:
It is your responsibility to ensure that you submit appropriate documentation prior to the closing date. Your resume serves as the basis for qualification determinations and must highlight your most relevant and significant experience as it relates to this Joint Duty assignment opportunity announcement.
Be clear and specific when describing your work history since human resources cannot make assumptions regarding your experience. Your application will be rated based on your resume.
Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:
Job Title (Include series and grade of Federal Job)
Duties (Be specific in describing your duties)
Name of Federal agency
Supervisor name, email, and phone number
Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
Education
EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution for this position.
Additional information
**DHS does not offer any additional benefits beyond that which the Federal employee is already receiving.
If the position requires a security clearance, employees must have a SECRET or TOP SECRET clearance to placement AND must maintain that level of clearance while performing in the position.
Selected applicants for a JDA are requested to fulfill the items below during the JDA:
Complete the DHS Training Course 15 days prior to the arrival to the JDA.
Complete the DHS Joint Duty Assignment Progress Plan to include:
Phase 1: Establish assignment objectives within the first 30 days of the JDA.
Phase 2: Complete a self-assessment of the duties performed at the mid-point of the JDA.
Phase 3: Complete a final review within the last 30 days of the JDA.
Complete 12 hours of professional development using Skillsoft courses, videos, and books in conjunction with the established assignment objectives for the JDA.
Attend each of the DHS Joint Duty Program Director's quarterly webinars (1 hour per quarter).
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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.
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 basic qualification requirements. If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience, education, and training will be rated using a job questionnaire based on the competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this Joint Duty Assignment.
If you are among the best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. After reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination will be made. You must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement.
Note: DHS continues to take necessary steps to keep our workforce safe amid the COVID-19 pandemic. If you receive a final Joint Duty Assignment offer to onboard, please complete the onboarding requirements and/or forms and submit them electronically in an expeditious manner. Your start date may be delayed if the action above is not completed.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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.
1. Resume: Do not include any personally identifiable information (PII) i.e., home address, social security number, or date of birth. Your resume must clearly demonstrate you have experience which meets the requirements of this position as outlined in the "Qualifications" section.
2. SF-50: Submit a copy of your official SF-50 (no text version) or other official "Notification of Personnel Action" document which shows the following information:
Your appointment in the Federal service
Tenure
Grade and Step
Full performance level
If your SF-50(s) does not provide the information needed to make a final determination for qualification, you will be found ineligible for the position.
3. DHS Joint Duty Assignment Application Form signed by your supervisor. Please click on the following link to access the required form DHS Form 250-02.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/14/2023 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and other supporting documents, and complete the questionnaire.
Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: 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 Application 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.
Department of Homeland Security Headquarters
OCHCO/HRMS/MS #0170
6595 Springfield Center Drive
Springfield, VA 20598-0170
US
Next steps
Once you submit your application, we will assess your experience and training, identify the best qualified applicants, and refer those applications to the selecting official for further consideration and a possible interview. We will notify you by email at various stages in the process. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status, log on to your USAJOBS account, click on "Application Status," and then click "More Information." We expect to make a final JDA offer within 90 days after the deadline for applications. If you are selected, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
Telework: Telework eligibility is based on the needs of the office and is subject to change.
Additional information pertaining to your interest and availability for this position may be needed after the closing date of the Joint Duty Assignment vacancy announcement; therefore, a timely response to these requests must be adhered to in order to remain in consideration.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
1. Resume: Do not include any personally identifiable information (PII) i.e., home address, social security number, or date of birth. Your resume must clearly demonstrate you have experience which meets the requirements of this position as outlined in the "Qualifications" section.
2. SF-50: Submit a copy of your official SF-50 (no text version) or other official "Notification of Personnel Action" document which shows the following information:
Your appointment in the Federal service
Tenure
Grade and Step
Full performance level
If your SF-50(s) does not provide the information needed to make a final determination for qualification, you will be found ineligible for the position.
3. DHS Joint Duty Assignment Application Form signed by your supervisor. Please click on the following link to access the required form DHS Form 250-02.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/14/2023 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and other supporting documents, and complete the questionnaire.
Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: 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 Application 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.
Department of Homeland Security Headquarters
OCHCO/HRMS/MS #0170
6595 Springfield Center Drive
Springfield, VA 20598-0170
US
Next steps
Once you submit your application, we will assess your experience and training, identify the best qualified applicants, and refer those applications to the selecting official for further consideration and a possible interview. We will notify you by email at various stages in the process. Your status will also be updated on USAJOBS throughout the process. To check your status, log on to your USAJOBS account, click on "Application Status," and then click "More Information." We expect to make a final JDA offer within 90 days after the deadline for applications. If you are selected, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
Telework: Telework eligibility is based on the needs of the office and is subject to change.
Additional information pertaining to your interest and availability for this position may be needed after the closing date of the Joint Duty Assignment vacancy announcement; therefore, a timely response to these requests must be adhered to in order to remain in consideration.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
