What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Chief of Staff position at Office of Intelligence and Analysis?

Summary

This position is in the Office of the Chief of Staff, Office of Intelligence & Analysis. The incumbent serves as the Deputy Chief of Staff, performing a variety of assignments, including those of a confidential nature involving complex problems and special projects spanning multiple areas under the jurisdiction of the Under Secretary for Intelligence & Analysis (I&A).

This job is open to

Internal to an agency

Current federal employees of this agency.

Clarification from the agency

This job is open to I&A employees and DHS Current Federal Employees (DHS-Wide)

Duties

As a Deputy Chief of Staff, GS-0301 -15 your typical work assignments may include :

Serves as an expert advisor to the Under Secretary for I&A and other senior management officials on matters relating to intelligence and analysis programs and policy for the Department.

Develops, evaluates, manages, and analyzes project proposals. Monitors the impact of policy initiatives and reviews a wide variety of complex and controversial issues.

Provides authoritative advice and manages progress accomplishing policy and program goals.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing, negotiates complex issues, and maintains good working relationship with senior level officials.

Gather, assemble, and analyze facts, draw conclusion, conduct analysis, devise recommended solutions, and present in briefings, papers or reports suitable for top management use and decision-making.

Identify and develop ways to resolve problems and cope with issues, which directly affect accomplishment of I&A program goals.

Delegate complete responsibility and authority to plan, schedule, and carry out major projects concerned with the analysis and evaluation of programs or organizational effectiveness.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Must be able to hold a TS / SCI Security Clearance.

Must be a U.S. Citizen.

This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) and is covered by the Department of Homeland Security Headquarters Drug-Free Workplace Program.

Qualifications

Specialized Experience :

To qualify for a GS-15 you must possess at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-14 level or above that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

This experience is defined as :

Extensive knowledge in directing mission-essential programs to include short- and long-range programs addressing a broad range of DHS or IC needs and interests.

Extensive background in planning and setting subordinate work and evaluating work performed using equitable performance and rating techniques.

Extensive knowledge of DHS and IC missions, including national and homeland security programs, policies, and standard operating procedures.

Additional information

This is a permanent appointment position that is classified in the Excepted Service under Title 50 and will be filled on a full-time permanent basis. Employees hired under an Excepted Service appointment may be required to serve a two (2) year trial period.

Anyone interested in this opportunity should submit their work history showing current grade by COB 02 / 28 / 2025

Note : One or more positions may be filled using this vacancy announcement.

Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, and genetic information, and age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Benefits

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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 minimum qualification requirements.

If you meet the minimum qualifications, your experience, education and training will be rated using a job questionnaire based on the following competencies or knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform this job :

Demonstrated ability to organize and coordinate work, deliverables, and other duties under strict time constraints with little to no guidance.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally, including preparing memorandums, presentations, briefings, and other official correspondence.

Demonstrated ability to supervise and develop employees, including expert knowledge of workforce policy, equal employment opportunity best practices, conflict resolution, professional development best practices, and other skills to drive team cohesion and productivity.

Expert project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and managing projects from conception to full production / delivery.

If you are amongst the best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview.

If, after reviewing your resume and / or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and / or experience, you will be removed from consideration.

Benefits

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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.

Your resume .

Your cover letter. Not to exceed two pages describing qualifications and interest in the position.

Your most recent performance evaluation.

You may be asked to submit additional documents during the resume review process (e.g., writing samples, or ask applicants to complete questionnaires or assessments). Applicants also may be asked for references during the selection process. Incomplete packages will not be referred to the Hiring Manager.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements :

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and / or degrees from

schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must submit your resume, a complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11 : 59 PM (EST) on 02 / 28 / 2025.

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.

Agency contact information

DHS INTEL ICAG Support

DHS.INTEL.ICAG@hq.dhs.gov

Address

IC - DHS Office of Intelligence and Analysis Customers

3801 Nebraska Avenue NW

Washington, DC 20016

Next steps

Once the application window closes, all application packages will be reviewed for completion prior to referral to the selecting official.

Please address questions regarding application procedures to DHS.INTEL.ICAG@HQ.DHS.GOV.

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

Your resume .