The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) Chief Operating Officer (COO) administers the Director of National Intelligence (DNI's) vision and direction to the ODNI enterprise. This includes synchronizing policy, plans, procedures, and cross-functional issues. The COO oversees all ODNI business operations, including such areas as human resources, diversity & inclusion, finance and budget, information technology, security, facilities, and information management.
Summary
The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) Chief Operating Officer (COO) administers the Director of National Intelligence (DNI's) vision and direction to the ODNI enterprise. This includes synchronizing policy, plans, procedures, and cross-functional issues. The COO oversees all ODNI business operations, including such areas as human resources, diversity & inclusion, finance and budget, information technology, security, facilities, and information management.
This detail opportunity is for current competitive and excepted service employees only. If you are not a current federal civilian employee you will not be eligible for this position. ODNI Joint Duty Assignments do not apply to members of the Military service or contractors. Applicants from federal agencies may be considered for this position as a reimbursable detailee, if endorsed by the employing agency.
The Information Management Office (IMO) provides guidance to ensure consistent information management (IM) practices across the IC, while managing mandatory IM programs for the ODNI. IMO's focus includes the disciplines of records management, classification and declassification management (including prepublication), and information review and release.Implement programs, policies, and procedures that result in the effective sharing of information across the Government while protecting Intelligence and Law Enforcement sources and methods, operational equities, and U.S. persons' privacy.Process Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), Privacy Act (PA), and Executive Order 13526 Mandatory Declassification Review (EOMDR) cases, to include completing responsiveness reviews, identifying other government agency information, making initial release determinations, applying redactions, and drafting appropriate responses to requesters.Review proposed redactions and provide recommendations on the application of specific exemptions.Apply analytic skills to reviewing ODNI records for potential release, redacting still sensitive information in accordance with the appropriate FOIA, PA, or EO exemptions.Ensure proper case management, including the recording and tracking of FOIA/PA/EOMDR requests to the ODNI, and train others on best practices.Perform QA/QC reviews of final products.Support the Team Lead(s) and Information Review & Release Chief in the development and improvement of processes.Effectively engage with other Intelligence Community (IC) and Executive Branch Departments and Agencies to ensure information is coordinated appropriately.*Continually expand personal expertise with regard to the development and implementation of information sharing tools, technology, plans, and policies to facilitate the cooperation and effective coordination of the ODNI, the IC, and other Executive Branch Departments and Agencies.
Applicants may be considered for this position as a reimbursable detailee, if endorsed by the employing agency. Applicants must have current TS/SCI clearances with polygraph or have the ability to obtain one. The ODNI does not conduct polygraphs or provide security clearances for detailees.
Qualifications
Thorough knowledge in information sharing theory, policies, procedures, and technologies.Thorough in the FOIA, PA, and EO 13526, Classified National Security Information, including at least three years of direct experience processing FOIA/PA/EOMDR requests.Thorough knowledge of the mission, charter, roles, and responsibilities of the ODNI, IC, and Executive Branch Departments and Agencies, and how these organizations can effectively cooperate in implementing information sharing plans and programs. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, in a manner that is targeted to and meets the needs of diverse audiences, including to senior-level officials.Demonstrated ability to logically analyze, and judge information for potential release to the public, as well as the ability to identify information that is derived from other Executive Branch Departments and Agencies.Demonstrated ability to develop effective professional relationships with peers and colleagues in ODNI, the IC, and other Executive Branch Departments and Agencies.Demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities among assigned activities; including the ability to manage transitions effectively from task to task.Experience, including case management and processing of FOIA/PA/EOMDR requests and litigation preparation. Significant experience interpreting statutory requirements for agency compliance. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Education
Master's or Juris doctorate degree highly desired.
Additional information
Job Interview Travel: Candidates from outside the Washington, D.C., area may be selected for a telephone, teleconference, or in-person interview. If selected for an in-person interview, any travel or lodging will be at the applicant's personal expense. A current Federal Government employee, selected for a detail, will be assigned to the position at his or her current grade and salary.
A current Federal Government employee, selected for a detail, will be assigned to the position at their current grade and salary.
Reasonable Accommodations:
The ODNI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Reasonable Accommodations Officer by classified email at dni_reasonable_accommodation_wma@cia.ic.gov, by unclassified email at DNI_DRA@dni.gov, by telephone at 703-275-3900 or by FAX at 703-275-1217. Your request for reasonable accommodation will be addressed on a case-by-case basis. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO THE EEOD EMAIL ADDRESS. THIS EMAIL IS FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY. PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION VIA THE EMAIL ADDRESS PROVIDED IN THE 'HOW TO APPLY' SECTION ABOVE.
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: To ensure compliance with an applicable nationwide preliminary injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the federal government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for federal employees. Therefore, to the extent a federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to Executive Order 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.
The ODNI is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations.
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 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.
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.
a. RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement, particularly the MDRs, and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.
b. PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS: Applicants are required to provide their two most recent performance evaluations. A justification is required in the cover letter if the applicant is unable to provide the two most recent evaluations.
c. POSITION NUMBER: Reference the position number in the subject line of the email and on each document submitted.
d. CURRENT SF-50: Federal Government employees must provide an SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" to verify current federal status, position, title, grade, and organization of record.
e. COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a cover letter as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.
Applicants from federal agencies outside the IC must provide WRITTEN ENDORSEMENT from the employing agency concurring with the detail.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Applicants from within the IC must submit an application through the classified IC Joint Duty Program website. Applicants from federal agencies outside the IC should be sent to either DNI-COO-HRM-Vacancies Mailbox@cia.ic.gov (classified email system) or HRM-HR-OPS-VACANCY-TEAM@dni.gov (unclassified email system). All attachments should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.
Your application MUST be received by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. Applications received after the closing date will NOT be eligible for consideration.
INFORMATION MANAGEMENT OFFICE
Director Of National Intelligence
Washington, DC 20511
US
Next steps
The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Due to the large number of applications received, applicants will be contacted ONLY if they have been selected for an interview.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
a. RESUME: Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the vacancy announcement, particularly the MDRs, and construct their resume to highlight their most significant experience and qualifications relevant to this job opportunity.
b. PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS: Applicants are required to provide their two most recent performance evaluations. A justification is required in the cover letter if the applicant is unable to provide the two most recent evaluations.
c. POSITION NUMBER: Reference the position number in the subject line of the email and on each document submitted.
d. CURRENT SF-50: Federal Government employees must provide an SF-50, "Notification of Personnel Action" to verify current federal status, position, title, grade, and organization of record.
e. COVER LETTER: Applicants must submit a cover letter as a supplement to the resume to elaborate on their qualifications and previous work performed.
Applicants from federal agencies outside the IC must provide WRITTEN ENDORSEMENT from the employing agency concurring with the detail.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
Applicants from within the IC must submit an application through the classified IC Joint Duty Program website. Applicants from federal agencies outside the IC should be sent to either DNI-COO-HRM-Vacancies Mailbox@cia.ic.gov (classified email system) or HRM-HR-OPS-VACANCY-TEAM@dni.gov (unclassified email system). All attachments should be in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format.
Your application MUST be received by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. Applications received after the closing date will NOT be eligible for consideration.
INFORMATION MANAGEMENT OFFICE
Director Of National Intelligence
Washington, DC 20511
US
Next steps
The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Due to the large number of applications received, applicants will be contacted ONLY if they have been selected for an interview.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
