This is a 6-month, non-reimbursable detail opportunity with the Department of the Interior (DOI). This opportunity is open to current DOI employees. If chosen, your salary will remain unchanged and will continue to be paid by your home office. Relocation expenses will not be paid. Travel during this detail assignment is not expected; however, travel expenses will be covered for official travel during this assignment.
Summary
This is a 6-month, non-reimbursable detail opportunity with the Department of the Interior (DOI). This opportunity is open to current DOI employees. If chosen, your salary will remain unchanged and will continue to be paid by your home office. Relocation expenses will not be paid. Travel during this detail assignment is not expected; however, travel expenses will be covered for official travel during this assignment.
This detail opportunity is open to current Department of the Interior (DOI) employees. This is a non-reimbursable detail. Your salary and benefits will continue to be paid by your home office. You must submit confirmation that your supervisor has approved for you to apply to this opportunity.
This position is located within the Department of the Interior (DOI), Office of the Secretary (OS), Office of the Assistant Secretary-Policy, Management & Budget (AS-PMB), Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary-Public Safety, Resource Protection & Emergency Services (DAS-PRE), Washington, DC.
The Office of the DAS-PRE provides leadership and oversight for Interior's public safety, national security, and emergency response programs, ensuring the protection of people, resources, and critical operations across more than 500 million acres of public lands.
This is a non-reimbursable detail to unclassified duties as Senior Advisor to the DAS-PRE. The intended duration of this detail is up to 6 months. However, this detail may be terminated at any time at management's discretion. Eligible candidates will be current DOI employees at the GS-13 through the GS-15 grade levels.
Virtual work can be accommodated. Employees with an approved Remote Work arrangement will remain Remote. Other employees will continue to report to their official duty station per DOI PB 25-01.
The major duties of this position include, but are not limited to the following:
Coordination, liaison, and initial review on matters pertaining to the program areas under the purview of the DAS.
Interfacing with top departmental program and staff officials to assure that matters and projects assigned for development at subordinate levels receive the depth of review and coordination essential to meet the DAS's objectives and are ready for action or endorsement. This is based on regular briefings and exchange of information with the DAS on matters of highest importance. Participates in meetings called for the purpose of briefing key officials when assignments will require participation by and coordination between two or more program offices/heads.
Keeping the DAS informed of day-to-day activities which may develop into problems of a controversial nature, which are likely to necessitate the issuance of a policy directive or possibly a public statement. Assembles and coordinates material for use at meetings and prepares reports to the DAS on subjects in which the incumbent believes the DAS should be informed, both of an inter-agency and intra-agency nature; or arranges for the preparation of such reports by others.
Responsible for a wide variety of analytical and administrative projects, related to the program administration under the auspices of the DAS, that are confidential and sensitive in support of the DAS and the programs within. These analytical projects include program analysis functions that involve subordinate offices as well as Department wide.
Tracking, monitoring, and preparing summary reports on matters related to the management of information technology to include the following: the status of security reviews, privacy assessments, system vulnerabilities, hiring of technology personnel, audit findings, funding for technology systems, and documentation related to such systems.
Interacting directly and extensively with DAS's staff, including all the senior managers in Washington, D.C. and the regional offices on a regular basis to fulfill assignments, which often will include working with others to complete assignments or to ensure various Divisions and regions complete projects in a timely manner. The job will require working with other officials within DOI, as well as with officials outside DOI, including stakeholders.
Developing strategies and interventions that address specific factors that contribute to first responders' lack of trust in sharing behavioral challenges and accessing support provided through health and wellness programs.
Leveraging and informing current communications plans and partners to effectively engage and share important information with DOI first responders regarding behavioral health programs and expanded support.
The Office of the Secretary has determined that the duties of this position are suitable for situational/ad-hoc telework only.
Salary Information: $90,925 to $164,301 *
*The posted salary is the GS base range at the GS-13 through the GS-15. The final salary will be based off your current duty station locality pay. If chosen, your salary will remain unchanged and will continue to be paid by your home agency. This is NOT a temporary promotion opportunity.
This detail opportunity may be used to fill additional positions as vacancies become available.
You will be subject to a background/suitability investigation/determination.
You will be required to have federal payments made by Direct Deposit.
You must submit ALL required documents and a completed questionnaire.
Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service system, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See http://www.sss.gov/.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualification Requirements:
Eligible candidates must currently hold the grade level advertised (GS-13, GS-14, or GS-15) by the closing date of this announcement. In addition, candidates must have demonstrated experience in:
1. Collaborating and interacting with senior officials at Department, Bureau, or regional office levels and stakeholders outside of DOI;
2. Collecting and analyzing data to monitor alignment of program objectives and preparing reports for senior officials; and
3. Interpreting legislation, policies, directives, and regulations to determine impacts to a program or organization.
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Additional information
Applicants who include vulgar, offensive, or inappropriate language or information in their application package will be ineligible for further consideration for this position.
The application contains information subject to the Privacy Act (P.L. 93-579, 5 USC 552a). The information is used to determine qualifications for employment, and is authorized under Title 5, USC, Section 3302 and 3361.
Important Note: All Department of the Interior (DOI) employees are subject to the conflict of interest restrictions imposed upon all employees of the Executive Branch of the Federal Government and may be required to file a Financial Disclosure Report. In addition, DOI employees, GS-15 and above, who work in the Office of the Secretary; along with the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) employees (at ALL grade levels), are further restricted concerning their interests in Federal lands and resources administered or controlled by the Department of the Interior. This includes holding stock in energy corporations which lease Federal lands (e.g.: oil, gas, coal, alternative energy resources, etc.). If you have any such investments you should contact the DOI, BOEM or BSEE Ethics Office before accepting employment. DOI employees are held to the highest level of integrity. Employees must be objective and impartial in the performance of their work. All potential issues (e.g.: work-related interactions with friends, family members, or previous employers) must be disclosed at the time of application or during the interview process.
NOTICE: A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work with the U.S. Department of the Interior. The preliminary background check consists of a search of Office of Personnel Management and Department of Defense background investigation files and an FBI National Criminal History Fingerprint Check; it may take up to 3 weeks to complete. If selected for this position, you will be extended a tentative offer of employment pending a satisfactory background check. Current Federal employees or individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check; these will be handled on a case-by-case basis in coordination with the Bureau security office.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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.
This detail opportunity does not offer any additional benefits beyond that which the Federal employee is already receiving.
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.
Please limit your resume to no more than 2 pages. If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.
Once the application process is complete, we will review your application to ensure you meet the job requirements. To determine if you are qualified for this job, a review of your resume, supporting documentation and responses to the online questionnaire will be made.
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.
This detail opportunity does not offer any additional benefits beyond that which the Federal employee is already receiving.
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.
Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices.
Your resume must contain information sufficient to make a determination on your qualifications. It is strongly recommended that you use the USAJobs Resume Builder as it was designed to ensure that your resume includes the standard information needed. The Resume Builder is available at https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/How_to_create_your_resume
Your application package must include: (1) Resume showing relevant experience as written in your own words; (2) SF-50's showing (a) your highest FPL, and (b) most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, tenure, and duty station; (3) Statement of Interest: Please describe your interest in doing a detail as a Senior Advisor to the DAS-PRE. Tell us what you hope to learn from the experience and what you hope to contribute. Please limit your statement to no more than 1-3 paragraphs; AND (4) Supervisor Confirmation: Please include confirmation that your supervisor has approved of you applying for the detail (applications will only be considered if the applicant has their supervisor's approval to apply).
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.
Your complete application, including required documents, must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement.
To apply on-line, you must complete and submit an application by accessing the USAJOBS website at www.usajobs.gov. To begin, click the Apply Online button near the bottom of this screen and follow the prompts to register into your USAJOBS account, answer the questions, and submit all required documents.
To return to your saved application, log in to your USAJOBS account at www.usajobs.gov and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select Apply Online to continue.
Applicants who apply under this job opportunity announcement agree to have their application, associated documents and applicable personal information shared with other Bureaus/Offices within the Department of the Interior (DOI) who have vacancies within the same occupational series, grade, full performance level and in the same geographic location(s), including within the same metro/commuting area. Applying to this announcement does not replace the need to apply to other job opportunity announcements for which you wish to receive consideration.
Office of the Secretary
45600 Woodland Road
Sterling, VA 20166
US
Next steps
You can track the progress of your application package via your USAJobs account. You will receive an acknowledgment from USAJobs that your submission was successful, once we have received your on-line assessment questionnaire, resume and any supporting documentation. You will be notified of the status of your application via your USAJobs account after we conduct a qualification review of your complete application package. You will be contacted if further evaluation or interviews are required. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempt to conceal information may disqualify you for employment consideration. We may verify all information you provide in your resume and questionnaire responses, through reference and/or background checks, and/or verification of your education. If you are selected, you will be contacted personally by the Human Resources Office posting this announcement.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Do not upload Adobe portfolio documents. Adobe portfolio documents are not viewable by our agency's staffing offices.
Your resume must contain information sufficient to make a determination on your qualifications. It is strongly recommended that you use the USAJobs Resume Builder as it was designed to ensure that your resume includes the standard information needed. The Resume Builder is available at https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/How_to_create_your_resume
Your application package must include: (1) Resume showing relevant experience as written in your own words; (2) SF-50's showing (a) your highest FPL, and (b) most current SF-50 noting position, grade level, tenure, and duty station; (3) Statement of Interest: Please describe your interest in doing a detail as a Senior Advisor to the DAS-PRE. Tell us what you hope to learn from the experience and what you hope to contribute. Please limit your statement to no more than 1-3 paragraphs; AND (4) Supervisor Confirmation: Please include confirmation that your supervisor has approved of you applying for the detail (applications will only be considered if the applicant has their supervisor's approval to apply).
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.
Your complete application, including required documents, must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement.
To apply on-line, you must complete and submit an application by accessing the USAJOBS website at www.usajobs.gov. To begin, click the Apply Online button near the bottom of this screen and follow the prompts to register into your USAJOBS account, answer the questions, and submit all required documents.
To return to your saved application, log in to your USAJOBS account at www.usajobs.gov and click on "Application Status." Click on the position title, and then select Apply Online to continue.
Applicants who apply under this job opportunity announcement agree to have their application, associated documents and applicable personal information shared with other Bureaus/Offices within the Department of the Interior (DOI) who have vacancies within the same occupational series, grade, full performance level and in the same geographic location(s), including within the same metro/commuting area. Applying to this announcement does not replace the need to apply to other job opportunity announcements for which you wish to receive consideration.
Office of the Secretary
45600 Woodland Road
Sterling, VA 20166
US
Next steps
You can track the progress of your application package via your USAJobs account. You will receive an acknowledgment from USAJobs that your submission was successful, once we have received your on-line assessment questionnaire, resume and any supporting documentation. You will be notified of the status of your application via your USAJobs account after we conduct a qualification review of your complete application package. You will be contacted if further evaluation or interviews are required. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempt to conceal information may disqualify you for employment consideration. We may verify all information you provide in your resume and questionnaire responses, through reference and/or background checks, and/or verification of your education. If you are selected, you will be contacted personally by the Human Resources Office posting this announcement.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
