Summary
Serves as the Chief Security Officer (CSO) of the United States Section, International Boundary and Water Commission (USIBWC), Operations Department, Security Services Division (SSD) and is the key advisor to the Commissioner on all security matters. Provides Sensitive Information protection and oversees the agency's Physical Security functions and Personnel Security Program. Manages the agency's Administrative Investigations, and Public Safety Officer Program.
This job is open to

• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
  Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
• Federal employees - Competitive service
  Current or former competitive service federal employees.
• Individuals with disabilities
• Land & base management
  Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.
• Military spouses
• Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista
• Special authorities
  Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
• Veterans

Clarification from the agency
Status Candidates (Merit Promotion and VEOA Eligible's), Certain Military Spouses, Former Overseas Employees, Peace Corps and AmeriCorps Vista, Schedule A, and certain Land Management Eligibles, Special authorities, and Veterans.
Duties

• Advises the Commissioner on all agency security matters.
• Oversees the agency's Physical Security functions by identifying and evaluating the agency's need for protection and security.
• Oversees the agency's Personnel Security Program by providing authoritative information and advising on personnel security policies.
• Plans and conducts internal administrative investigations.
• Oversees and provides policy oversight of the agency's Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD)-12 program.
• Manages the agency's Public Safety Officer Program mission and functions for protective services for personnel, assets, and facilities.
• Manages the Foreign Travel Reporting program developing, directing, and issuing USIBWC personnel applicable foreign travel reporting requirements, policy, and procedures.
• Performs supervisory/managerial duties by developing and coaching SSD personnel, and by planning, assigning, and reviewing work to ensure the accomplishment of scheduled and priority assignments.
• Manages the division's operational budget ensuring all functions have adequate funding and funding sources are not exceeded.

Requirements
Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or Naturalized U.S. Citizen.
• STATUS CANDIDATES:You must meet one or more criteria in the Area of Consideration section.
• You must obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.
• You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• You may be required to serve a one-year supervisory probationary period.
• You must possess and maintain a valid U.S. Motor Vehicle Driver License, without impeding restrictions, and issued by a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory.
• You must successfully complete a pre-employment medical examination.
• You must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and pass periodic testing thereafter.A positive result will prevent employment OR subject you to disciplinary action or removal from the position.
• You must be able to possess and carry a firearm; any person convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition [Title 18, USC Section 922(g)(9)], (Lautenberg Amendment Gun Control Act).
• You must successfully demonstrate firearm proficiency in accordance with agency directive.
• You must obtain and maintain first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certification.
• You must be able to lift and carry up to 44 pounds unassisted and 45 pounds or more with assistance.
• You must be able to sustain periods of substantial walking, bending, stooping, standing, crouching, stretching, and reaching which will be evaluated during the pre-employment medical examination.
• You must complete and submit the required confidential financial disclosure report within 30 days of your appointment and annually thereafter.
• You will be subject to on-call status under the agency Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP).In the event of an emergency, the agency may activate/deploy identified personnel to carry out essential functions and operations.
• You will be in a continual "on call" status as a member of the agency Crisis Action Team
• You will be in a continual "on call" status as a member of the agency Incident Response Team (IRT);

Qualifications
Qualifications must be met by 06/25/2024
Minimum Qualification Requirement:
Examples of Specialized Experience : developing, implementing, and overseeing procedural and technical methods to enhance physical protection of agency resources, facilities, and personnel; identifying vulnerabilities, threats, and consequences, and recommending appropriate action; conducting long range planning efforts to evaluate security requirements for equipment, methods, procedures, and systems; applying knowledge of the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 requirements to agency security programs; advising on personnel security policy and providing final adjudication for suitability and security background investigations; researching, developing, and implementing guidance for the control and protection of sensitive information; conducting administrative investigations; preparing expert testimony for formal criminal or administrative proceedings; providing assignments, work projects, and guidance and direction to subordinate divisions and administrative staff; inspecting operating security programs for adequacy, efficiency, and need for improvement; implementing security program instructions, providing authoritative interpretations and guidance to management officials and other security specialists; developing, planning, and executing security training for agency personnel on a regular/recurring basis; effectively interacting with internal and external customers at varying levels, to communicate multiple security administration practices and procedures; operating a motor vehicle such as a van, pickup, and sedan. Specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level in the federal service (GG/GS-13) or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
Time in Grade (TIG): Current and former Federal employees must have a minimum of 52 weeks at the next lower grade level to be eligible under Merit Promotion procedures. An SF-50 must be provided that verifies eligibility as stated in the Area of Consideration section.
For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website: http://www.opm.gov/qualifications.
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0000/security-administration-series-0080/
Your resume must have complete information: Please ensure your resume accurately reflects the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. It is your responsibility to make sure your resume states complete information for each job entry (beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week) . If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package will be rendered disqualified, and you will no longer be considered for this position.
Part-Time or Unpaid Experience: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid work on the same basis as for paid experience. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. To receive credit for such experience you must indicate clearly the nature of the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the number of hours per week spent in such employment.
Education
You must qualify for this position based on specialized experience alone, education cannot be substitued for experience.
Additional information

• If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (member-4 copy) or other proof of eligibility that shows the dates you were on active duty and your character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are claiming Disabled Veterans' preference you must also submit documentation of disability (i.e. VA Disability Verification Letter) and the SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference." For more information on veterans' preference see http://www.fedshirevets.gov/
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see www.sss.gov ).
• The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be rated in well-qualified by scoring 85 or higher on the assessment for this vacancy. Additional information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/
• The hiring agency may use this announcement to fill similar positions that become vacant in the near future.

• Benefits
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  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.
Once the announcement has closed, a qualifications review will be conducted. Resumes and supporting documents will be reviewed to verify eligibility and determine qualifications. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
Your rating will be based on the responses to the assessment questionnaire and the information provided in your resume. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your rating may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities. This could cause you to lose consideration for this position.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on your entire application and the extent to which you demonstrate the following competencies and/or knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Decision Making
• Security Programs
• Supervisory Leadership

• Benefits
  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.
  Review our 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.
• Required Documents
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  All applicants are required to submit the following documents:
  
  • Resume: Your resume MUST provide a detailed description for each job entry, beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week . If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package will be rendered disqualified, and you will no longer be considered for this position.
  • Completed on-line occupational questionnaire.
  • Driver License: This position requires a valid U.S. driver license, without impeding restrictions, issued by a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory, you MUST submit a copy of your driver license, failure to do so will disqualify you and you will no longer be considered for this position.
  • Merit Promotion (Current or former federal civilian employees) MUST submit an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, indicating the job title, series, grade, position occupied, and tenure to verify eligibility for merit promotion appointment. If you fail to submit a copy of your SF-50, your application will be rendered disqualified, and you will no longer be considered for this position.
  • Time in Grade Restriction: Current or former federal civilian employees MUST submit an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action(s), indicating the job title, series, grade, position occupied, and tenure that demonstrates a minimum of 52 weeks at the next lower grade level in the federal GG/GS pay system or equivalent pay band in the Federal service. If you fail to submit a copy of your SF-50, your application will be rendered disqualified, and you will no longer be considered for this position.
  • Veterans applying under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): You must submit a copy of your DD-214 that states the nature of discharge (member 4 copy preferred). To be eligible, a veteran must be honorably separated, and have substantially completed 3 or more years of active service, or be a preference eligible.
  Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) / Interagency Career Transition Plan (ICTAP) (if applicable): In addition to your Resume and complete Occupational Questionnaire you MUST submit:
  
  • 1) proof that you are a displaced federal employee, e.g., Reduction in Force (RIF) letter, Separation Notice, etc.; and
  • 2) an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, indicating the title, series, grade, position occupied, tenure, and duty location; and
  • 3) your most recent employee performance evaluation
  All Applicants Claiming Veterans' Preference should include the following documents as part of the application package:
  
  • All Veterans : DD-214 (Member 4 copy is preferred), which includes character of service , or for Active-Duty Service Members a certification which includes service dates, type of separation, and character of service . A "certification" is a written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active-duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted.
  • Disabled Veterans: VA Disability Letter (with percentage of disability) OR document of disability determination from a branch of the armed forces which reflects a compensable service-connected disability rating and completed SF-15.
  • Derived Preference: The spouse, widow/widower, or mother of a veteran may be eligible to claim veterans' preference when the veteran is unable to use it. To do so, you must submit an SF-15 www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf and the documentation required by that form Veterans' Preference: For more information and/or to determine if you are eligible for Veterans' Preference, please visit www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx (for veterans) or www.fedshirevets.gov/job/familypref/index.aspx (for family members). Below is a website for veterans to gain access to their DD-214 online: www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ and the documentation required by that form.
• How to Apply
  To apply for this position, you must complete the Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
  The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 06/25/2024 to receive consideration.
  
  • To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
  • Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
  • 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 Details 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.https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12440350
  Agency contact information
  USIBWC HRO
  Email
  HRO-Recruitment_Classification@ibwc.gov
  Address
  United States Section, International Boundary and Water Commission
  4191 N. Mesa Street
  El Paso, TX 79902
  US
  Next steps
  Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. Based upon your score, you may be referred to the hiring official. If your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly by that office for a possible interview.
  You will receive status notifications through Application Manager or via email within 4-6 weeks.
• Fair and Transparent
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents
All applicants are required to submit the following documents:

• Resume: Your resume MUST provide a detailed description for each job entry, beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week . If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package will be rendered disqualified, and you will no longer be considered for this position.
• Completed on-line occupational questionnaire.
• Driver License: This position requires a valid U.S. driver license, without impeding restrictions, issued by a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory, you MUST submit a copy of your driver license, failure to do so will disqualify you and you will no longer be considered for this position.
• Merit Promotion (Current or former federal civilian employees) MUST submit an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, indicating the job title, series, grade, position occupied, and tenure to verify eligibility for merit promotion appointment. If you fail to submit a copy of your SF-50, your application will be rendered disqualified, and you will no longer be considered for this position.
• Time in Grade Restriction: Current or former federal civilian employees MUST submit an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action(s), indicating the job title, series, grade, position occupied, and tenure that demonstrates a minimum of 52 weeks at the next lower grade level in the federal GG/GS pay system or equivalent pay band in the Federal service. If you fail to submit a copy of your SF-50, your application will be rendered disqualified, and you will no longer be considered for this position.
• Veterans applying under the Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA): You must submit a copy of your DD-214 that states the nature of discharge (member 4 copy preferred). To be eligible, a veteran must be honorably separated, and have substantially completed 3 or more years of active service, or be a preference eligible.

Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) / Interagency Career Transition Plan (ICTAP) (if applicable): In addition to your Resume and complete Occupational Questionnaire you MUST submit:

• 1) proof that you are a displaced federal employee, e.g., Reduction in Force (RIF) letter, Separation Notice, etc.; and
• 2) an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, indicating the title, series, grade, position occupied, tenure, and duty location; and
• 3) your most recent employee performance evaluation

All Applicants Claiming Veterans' Preference should include the following documents as part of the application package:

• All Veterans : DD-214 (Member 4 copy is preferred), which includes character of service , or for Active-Duty Service Members a certification which includes service dates, type of separation, and character of service . A "certification" is a written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active-duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is submitted.
• Disabled Veterans: VA Disability Letter (with percentage of disability) OR document of disability determination from a branch of the armed forces which reflects a compensable service-connected disability rating and completed SF-15.
• Derived Preference: The spouse, widow/widower, or mother of a veteran may be eligible to claim veterans' preference when the veteran is unable to use it. To do so, you must submit an SF-15 www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf and the documentation required by that form Veterans' Preference: For more information and/or to determine if you are eligible for Veterans' Preference, please visit www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx (for veterans) or www.fedshirevets.gov/job/familypref/index.aspx (for family members). Below is a website for veterans to gain access to their DD-214 online: www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ and the documentation required by that form.

How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 06/25/2024 to receive consideration.

• To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
• Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
• 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 Details 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.https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12440350

Agency contact information
USIBWC HRO
Email
HRO-Recruitment_Classification@ibwc.gov
Address
United States Section, International Boundary and Water Commission
4191 N. Mesa Street
El Paso, TX 79902
US
Next steps
Once the online questionnaire is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. Based upon your score, you may be referred to the hiring official. If your name is referred to the hiring official, you may be contacted directly by that office for a possible interview.
You will receive status notifications through Application Manager or via email within 4-6 weeks.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request