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Policy Analyst

Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board
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Summary

This position is part of the, The Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board. The incumbent will be responsible for performing duties as a Policy Analyst and providing broad policy and program guidance.

Overview

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Open date: 10/05/2023
Closed date: 11/03/2023
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$155,700 - $172,100 per year
Pay scale & grade
AD 00
Promotion potential
00
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Top Secret
Position sensitivity and risk
Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Announcement number
PCLOB-23-EXE-12135393SC
Control number
753302000

Duties

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  • Work in teams to develop investigative plans, gather information, conduct research and policy analysis, and provide policy expertise to the Board in complex investigations and/or reviews
  • Assist the Board in reviewing and analyzing federal counterterrorism policies and programs pursuant to its mission to ensure that both existing and proposed policies and programs adequately safeguard privacy and civil liberties, including preparing memoranda, making recommendations to the Board, and briefing the Board
  • Summarize reports received from the intelligence community and other agencies and extract essential information.
  • Assist in drafting Board reports evaluating privacy and civil liberties safeguards in efforts to protect the nation from terrorism and other Board reports to the President, Congress, and the public, as well as drafting congressional testimony, letters, and other documents to carry out the Board's responsibilities.
  • Represent the Board in interactions with officials from other departments and agencies of the Federal government, the private sector, and non-governmental organizations, as required.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Suitable for Federal employment, determined by background investigation.
  • Direct Deposit of pay is required.
  • Selective Service registration required for male applicants, unless exempt.
  • Must have or be able to obtain a TOP SECRET - Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS-SCI) Security clearance. If you already have a TS/SCI clearance, please highlight your last investigation date in your application.

Qualifications

At the AD-00 level (GS-15 Grade Equivalency), you must meet the following qualification:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to at east the GS-14 level. Specialized experience is that which has equipped the applicant with the competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. Specialized experience for this position includes but is not limited to: researching, reviewing and analyzing federal counterterrorism or other national security programs; developing investigative plans or plans for other fact-gathering process; interpreting laws, statutes, regulations or government policies; utilizing superior oral and written communication skills; leading or coordinating the work of a team; representing an agency or other organization and collaborating with officials from other Federal agencies, private sector, or non-governmental organizations; and experience analyzing privacy and civil liberties-related issues.

Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.

SERIES/GRADE: The agency uses the Administratively Determined system in which rank is attached to the individual. The salary range for this position is statutorily capped at $172,100.

A written test may be required.

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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

Education does not substitute for experience at this level.

Additional information

Miscellaneous:
Candidates selected for an interview may be asked to provide references and undergo a writing assessment.

Applicants who want to be considered for the GS-12, GS-13 and GS-14 grade equivalencies must also apply under the following vacancies:
To be considered for the GS-12 equivalency vacancy, apply to vacancy number: PCLOB-23-EXE-12135385SC
To be considered for the GS-13 equivalency vacancy, apply to vacancy number: PCLOB-23-EXE-12135391SC
To be considered for the GS-14 equivalency vacancy, apply to vacancy number: PCLOB-23-EXE-12135392SC

Telework Suitability:
The duties of this position are suitable for occasional telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval and if they meet the eligibility criterion in the 2010 Telework Act.

Stipulations of Employment:
Selection for this position may require serving a 2-year trial period.

Work Schedule:
This position allows for a flexible work schedule.

Miscellaneous:
PCLOB uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.

This vacancy announcement may be used to fill similar positions within 90 days.

If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Alternate_Application_Information

How you will be evaluated

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

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
  • Conflict Management
  • Planning and Evaluation
  • Investigative Analysis
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Oral Communication
  • Written Communication
An evaluation of your resume and supporting documentation will be made to ensure you meet the job requirements and qualifications above. If, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may not be referred to the selecting official. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your referral status.

Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board

This is an exciting time to join the Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board (PCLOB)! Our mission is comprised of two basic functions: oversight and advice. The PCLOB is authorized to continually review the implementation of Executive Branch policies, procedures, regulations, and information sharing practices relating to efforts to protect the nation from terrorism, in order to ensure that privacy and civil liberties are protected. The PCLOB also reviews any other actions of the Executive Branch relating to efforts to protect the nation from terrorism, in order to determine whether such actions appropriately protect privacy and civil liberties and whether they are consistent with governing laws, regulations, and policies regarding privacy and civil liberties.

Agency contact information

Neha Dasgupta
Phone
303-980-3830
Email
neha_dasgupta@ibc.doi.gov
Address
Privacy and Civil Liberties Oversight Board
7301 W. Mansfield Ave.
Denver, CO 80235
US

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