Summary

Joining the Secret Service, Office of Protective Operations, Dignitary Protective Division and the Presidential Protective Division will allow you to direct, manage, and coordinate policies and oversee programs that provide administrative and operational support to agency personnel.

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Duties

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The selectee will serve as an Operations Supervisor in the Office of Protective Operations, Dignitary Protective Division. Typical work assignments include:

• Manages and oversees administrative and operational services for a major protective mission organization responsible for domestic and international protection of U.S. government leaders and their families, ensuring that policies and procedures associated with operational and logistical services (e.g., property and fleet management, personnel assignments, benefits and payroll, internal and external communications, data analysis and reporting, and financial management and accountability) are administered in accordance with the agency's mission and federal regulations.
• Evaluates and generates qualitative and quantitative data concerning specific aspects of protective operations (e.g., personnel assignments, financial resources, and workload); develops correspondence regarding program performance; communicates key findings and recommendations to the SAIC/DSAIC/ASAIC or external partners; and identifies resource requirements necessary to support program operations. Manages and disseminates information regarding changes to protective operations and coordinates strategic communications with external entities such as federal, state, and local law enforcement; U.S. embassies; and high-ranking officials within the Executive Branch of the federal government.
• Plans and directs work to be accomplished by subordinates based on the acquisition goals and objectives of the division. Sets priorities and prepares schedules for completing work. Assigns work based on priorities, suspense dates, the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and position expectations. Develops performance standards for, and evaluates the performance of, subordinate employees. Evaluates performance and, as appropriate, recommends or approves employee awards.

Apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of the Dignitary Protective Division and the Presidential Protective Division. This Operations Supervisor position starts at a salary of $143,913, GS-14 step 1, with a potential to $187,093, GS 14 step 10.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.

If selected for this position, you will be required to:

• Obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Tier 5 clearance. For more information visit OPM Mythbuster Page.
• Submit a credit check after a conditional offer of employment has been accepted.
• Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
• Subject to a one-year probationary period for supervisors/managers.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

To be considered qualified for this position you must meet the following qualification requirements for the respective grade level in which you are applying.

You qualify for the GS-14 level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level performing duties such as:

• Providing operational support to organizational personnel during protective operations both domestic and abroad.
• Presenting project plans, technical roadmaps, risks, and recommendations to senior personnel and managers, in consultation with internal and external operational personnel
• Leading administrative personnel in accomplishing daily work assignments, meeting program goals, and providing guidance and training on policies and procedures within your organization.
• Providing logistical and operational support to managers and staff.

Time-in-Grade Requirements: Under competitive merit promotion procedures, any individual who is currently holding, or who has held within the previous 52 weeks, a General Schedule position under a non-temporary appointment in the competitive or excepted service, must meet "time-in-grade" requirements (have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade of the grade for which you are applying). Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to current competitive service employees applying for a Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. NOTE: All current or former Federal employees must provide a copy of their SF-50, "Notice of Personnel Action" that indicates proof of status and time-in-grade eligibility. The SF-50 must include your position, title, series, grade, step, tenure (1 or 2), and type of service (Competitive or Excepted). You may need to submit more than one SF-50 to comply.

The qualification requirements listed above must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

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). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience aloneno substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Additional information

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.

Benefits

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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.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.

Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

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.