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This position serves as a vital part of the JJP VA Medical Center Police and Security Services often serving as the face of the VA and as the first person a Veteran or visitor encounters when entering a VA facility. The position provides security and assistance to Veterans, patients, employees, contractors, volunteers, affiliates, visitors, and others who frequent VA facilities daily. Major duties and responsibilities include:

• Provides physical security support for Veterans Health Administration, Veterans Benefits Administration, National Cemetery Administration and Veterans Administration Regional Office (VHA/VBA/NCA/VARO).
• Assists in evaluating risk and developing procedures and physical security measures designed to safeguard personnel, property, and operations from unauthorized access, espionage, terrorism, sabotage, damage and theft.
• Ensures security requirements, including appropriate safeguards, cameras, panic and intrusion alarms are implemented.
• Performs law enforcement assignments to prevent or resolve offenses: books the accused; takes the accused before the appropriate District Court or magistrate; confers with the prosecutors; appears before the grand jury upon request; appears at preliminary hearings; and/or testifies at trial, if needed.
• Responds to reports of a crime in progress and/or calls for police assistance.
• Initiates appropriate actions to pursue and apprehend offenders who are leaving the scene of a crime or who attempts to resist arrest. Subdues individuals causing disturbances. Identifies and arrests violators based on eyewitness accounts. Takes charge at crime scenes restricting access to only those persons required to be present.
• Performs bomb search functions as required. Coordinates such search activities with the local bomb squad.
• Assists in managing the Security Program for the Medical Center/Health Care System which ensures that individuals requiring access have been vetted.
• Collects information and prepares reports on the facilities compliance with VA operations, regulations Physical Security and Physical Access Control Systems (PACs).
• Meets with key customers and coordinates with officials to assess customer satisfaction, explain organization policy and procedures, and resolve problems that arise.
• Develops various physical security-related documents, spreadsheets, graphs, reports and presentations using various automated systems and software packages, including the Veterans Health Information and Technology Architecture (VistA) System, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint to enter, access and retrieve information in the medical center computer system.
• Maintains a Physical Security Tracking report to ensure physical security surveys are followed up promptly.
• Monitors and evaluates existing present and planned security projects to ensure timely and quality service conforms to statutory, contractual and technical requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

As a Senior Advisor for Business Operations, your typical work assignments may include:

• Providing expert advice, consultation, and assistance to the Administrator on high priority agency-wide policy matters relating to business operations in the areas of budget, contracts, facilities, resource management/appropriations, human resources, congress, public affairs, and information technology.
• Assessing the effectiveness of program and policy oversight, taking corrective action ensuring consistency with the DEA's goals, objectives and policies.
• Evaluating current policies and programs, recommending appropriate actions, and providing continuous review, updates, and analysis of policies, and standard operating procedures related to the business operations of DEA.
• Synthesize a large amount of data and information to effectively present this information to the Administrator for review.
• Representing the DEA and the Administrator in internal and interagency meetings related to business operations.

• Provides advice and instructions to other satellite controllers on technical work and operational processes.
• Studies directives and criteria emanating from higher authorities and based on analysis of this documentation develops, implements, directs, and manages specific guidelines and procedures to be applied in executing work applicable to Wideband SATCOM and all functional and associated SATCOM and satellite areas.
• Supports Force Modernization fielding efforts at the local site.

• Serves as advisor/consultant on the G33 Chief of Operations on Command, HQDA, and combatant Command issues.
• Conducts technical assessments on Army and joint space, cyber and global missile defense, and USSTRATCOM requirements.
• Serves as the G33 Operations Division special projects coordinator and policy administrator.
• Participates in planning for Integrated Joint Special Technical Operations (IJSTO).
• Works closely with G-Staff primary and special staff sections, as Office of Primary Responsibility and as Office of Coordinating Responsibility.
• Attends, reports and briefs at B2CWGs for both the G3 and Chief of Staff.
• Serves as Task manager, prepotency and organizational lead.

The United States Space Force (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) 2nd Range Operations Squadron at Vandenberg Space Force Base, CA is searching for a Range Engineer (NH-0855-03, GS 12/13 equivalent).

Description:
As Range Engineer you would serve as the lead government technical expert for all Western Range instrumentation assets supporting launch and test operations and are at the forefront of emerging technologies and expanding test and launch needs of the DoD/commercial industries. This is a unique position that combines detailed mission planning and technical understanding with real-time console support. You serve as a subject matter expert for a wide range of instrumentation including telemetry, radar, command transmitter and communication systems and how this system of systems interfaces with launch and test users at the Western Range. This knowledge is used to aid in making time critical decisions on console to direct actions to resolve issues and make recommendations to leadership during launch and test support, ultimately ensuring public safety and user requirements are met. You are also involved in the acquisition process for new instrumentation, providing operational technical inputs to these projects and oversee contractors and their support.

The ideal candidate should possess Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical or Systems. Familiarity with Western Range instrumentation systems such as telemetry, radar, command transmitter, and communication systems, or experience with similar systems. Operational console experience during launch/test operations. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to make technical recommendations while under time critical situations. Root cause investigative experience desired. Highly self-motivated with ability to adapt and learn. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective relationships, building consensus and coalitions, negotiating, and resolving conflicts with a variety of individuals and organizations as well as communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.

Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Knowledge of multidisciplinary professional engineering concepts, principles, practices, standards, methods, techniques, materials, and equipment to effectively apply advanced engineering theories, principles, and concepts to the installation, operation, and maintenance of range instrumentation, control, and display systems.
2. Knowledge of engineering sufficient to apply experimental theories and new applications to issues and provide technical advice and direction in support of systems, subsystems, and/or support equipment.
3. Knowledge of engineering documentation requirements for a wide variety of ballistic and space launch operations.
4. Knowledge of range instrumentation systems and operations.
5. Knowledge of test and evaluation.
6. Knowledge of automated data processing concepts, systems capabilities and usage.
7. Knowledge of planning and program management to execute major projects, provide expert advice to colleagues, and present innovative recommendations for advancing programs and/or methods.
8. Knowledge of funding, cost reimbursement, and standard contracting regulations, practices, and procedures.
9. Ability to work effectively in stressful situations utilizing analytical and leadership skills.
10. Ability to develop new range concepts, programs, and procedures, and direct investigative studies in these areas.
11. Ability to research, evaluate, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, and procedures to a variety of situations and to recommend timely and economical solutions.
12. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to explain complex technical issues and policy to a non-technical audience comprised of senior management, representatives from other governmental agencies, contractor personnel, and senior representatives from commercial launch customers.

This Program Analyst position is located within Security Operations (SO), Domestic Aviation Operations (DAO), Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to:

• Analyzes and evaluates program areas to determine areas in which progress is unsatisfactory and determines courses of action to remedy deficiencies.
• Applies a wide range of qualitative and quantitative methods for the assessment of the programs and identifies areas needing special emphasis or improvement.
• Establishes methodology and procedures for compiling, consolidating, reviewing, analyzing, tracking, and editing programs, budgets, and related documentation.
• Formulates projects and recommends assessment criteria for the evaluation of TSA operational programs and contributes to the performance of meeting mission requirements.
• Communicates with internal and external managers as well as representatives of other government agencies and private industries to obtain information and provide guidance on critical funding/program issues.

• Develops plans and procedures for a multidiscipline security program in accordance with DISA Security Office guidance and instruction.
• Provides technical advice, policy clarification, assistance and direction to J8 Personnel, and Program Officers to ensure programs associated with the protection of classified information are properly maintained and administered.
• Advises and assists managers on classification problems.
• Plans, develops, and implements security policies and procedures to ensure J8 objectives and develops procedures for accomplishment.
• Contributes and provides program manager oversight to additional security programs in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Develops/promotes and/or disseminates program reference material regarding the safeguarding, marking, protecting, sharing, destroying, and decontrolling of CUI.
• Implements the process to accept and manage marking and designation of CUI in accordance with existing processes based in laws, regulations, and Government-wide policies.
• Maintains continuous contact with members of the security community to ensure awareness of new program, policies, regulations, or state-of-the-art technology.

Major duties include but are not limited to:

• Protects the civil rights of all individuals on VA controlled property;
• Prevents, detect and investigate crimes;
• Patrols assigned areas on foot or by motor vehicle;
• Subdues persons causing disturbance or who threaten harm to themselves or others;
• Follows rules/procedures concerning search and seizure of evidence and contraband;
• Obtains search and arrest warrants;
• Arrests violators;
• Provides basic first aid and CPR prior to arrival of emergency medical personnel;
• Prepares report of activities and events that occurred during shift;
• Performs traffic control; and
• Assists citizens in emergency situations;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

1. Processes applications and issues identification cards, controlled and restricted area badges, vehicle registration, and temporary passes to eligible personnel.
2. Provides Work Leader assistance. Ensures work assignments of other employees in the unit are accomplished in accordance with appropriate regulations and within established time frames.
3. Maintains controlled forms. Maintains control logs for identification cards, and restricted area badges for maintenance and destruction of accountable forms in accordance with applicable AF instructions.
4. Carries out routine, miscellaneous clerical tasks. Performs clerical support duties to ensure efficient office operations. Reproduces and assembles copies of a variety of correspondence. Distributes mail and messages.
5. Provides general customer service. Focuses on responsive and accurate customer service within the Pass & Registration/Visitors Center environment.

• Under the direction of the librarian, oversees library procurement/acquisitions process.
• Provides ready reference services to library clientele by locating bibliographic information using standard library reference tools such as guides, indexes, bibliographies, professional directories, current card catalog, Compact Disc Read-Only Memory (CD-ROM) , and online databases.
• Performs descriptive and copy cataloging where the bibliographic characteristics are relatively easy to determine, and cataloging decisions are adapted or changed from standards to meet specific library requirements.
• Administers the day-to-day operation of the circulation desk.
• Administers library programs, such as the summer reading program, children's programs, and book rental program.
• Uses varied and advanced functions of word processing software to prepare, format, modify, edit, and print a variety of letters, reports, memos, and other textual documents.

NOTE: This recruitment is for a TERM position NTE 3 years. It is a time limited position and MAY be extended up to a maximum of FOUR years. For current DOI employees this MAY be a TEMP PROMOTION or TEMP REASSIGNMENT NTE. The position MAY be converted to a permanent, career or career conditional appointment without further competition as long as all requirements are met.

- Serves as a Public Affairs Specialist responsible for the design, implementation, and management of all public information and participation of a variety of projects, programs, and activities or efforts conducted and/or supported by the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) California-Great Basin (CGB), Interior Region 10.
- Direct experience with event planning and project management, working with media, Very Important Persons (VIPs), public speaking.
- Responsible for high profile projects that are varied in scope and nature, and require the use of various technology, tools, and platforms (i.e., Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Hootsuite, Flickr, ArcGIS StoryMap, Microsoft 365, OneDrive Adobe, Cision, and other relevant, communication and planning tools, etc.).
- Develops and implements strategic planning initiatives that assist with the prioritization, organization and roll-out of public affairs related materials including, but not limited to, communication plans/strategies, news releases, fact sheets, talking points, presentations, feature articles, speeches, brochures, website and web-based ArcGIS story maps, audiovisual clips/segments, for the purpose of reaching target appropriate audiences.
- Able to report on all project statuses, milestones, next steps, and resource needs while ensuring project details (i.e., project schedules, budgets, changes, etc.) are communicated and confirmed with the subject matter experts.

As a Supervisory Investigator you will be responsible for the following duties:
- Plans, directs, operates, and controls an investigative area of responsibility that includes security actions, supervisory inquiries, or special investigations.
- Plans, directs, operates, controls, and evaluates the operations of a Field Office.
- Assign and manage work assignments and appropriately addressing/resolving subordinate needs/concerns.
- Coordinating investigative activities and maintaining contacts with groups and individuals involved in security and suitability investigations.
- Oversees mentoring-Conduct and direct investigations; security actions; supervisory inquiries; or special investigations of unusual complexity and scope.
- Coordinate investigative activities by establishing and maintaining contact with groups and individuals involved in security and suitability investigations in the assigned geographic area.

What will I do in this position if hired?

In this Emergency Management Specialist (Public Assistance) position, you will be Collecting, organizing, and reviewing Applicant-submitted documentation in support of Public Assistance grants where work is complete.

Typical assignments include:

• Collecting, organizing, and reviewing Applicant-submitted documentation in support of Public Assistance grants where work is complete.
• Reviewing and validating Applicant-submitted documentation in support of Public Assistance grants where work is complete.
• Developing damage description and dimensions, scopes of work, and costs based on Applicant-provided documentation.
• Identifying missing information and coordinating with counterparts to resolve.
• Identifying potential eligibility issues and addressing those issues in coordination with leadership in field and Consolidated Resource Center offices.
• Reviewing contract documentation, ensuring alignment with proper procurement procedures and accuracy of submitted costs.
• Communicating and elevating issues as necessary to eliminate the need for after actions.

What else do I need to know?

At FEMA, our mission is to help people before, during and after disasters, and every employee at FEMA has a role in emergency management. Every FEMA employee has regular and recurring emergency management responsibilities, though not every position requires routine deployment to disaster sites. All positions are subject to recall around the clock for emergency management operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official position description. Travel requirements in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature (weeks to months), with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites with physically austere and operationally challenging conditions.

This announcement is for a position as a CORE (Cadre of On-Call Response/Recovery Employee). CORE employees are full-time employees hired to directly support the response and recovery efforts related to disasters. Employees are hired under the Robert T. Stafford Act and are excluded from the provisions of title 5, United States Code, governing jobs in the competitive service. They can be hired under a streamlined process instead of a competitive process. After three years of continuous service, Stafford Act employees may be granted competitive eligibility to apply for permanent full-time positions at FEMA.

This position will be hired into a temporary 4-year, excepted service appointment. Appointments may be renewed based on workload, funding, and supervisory approval.

This position has promotion potential to the IC-0089-12. Promotions are dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, successful performance review displaying at least one year of experience at the lower grade, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and management approval.

FEMA is committed to ensuring that its workforce reflects the diversity of the nation. At FEMA, our workforce includes the many identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, ages, cultures, and beliefs of the people we serve. To learn about FEMA's ongoing diversity and inclusion efforts, reasonable accommodation process, and the FEMA Core Values, please visit www.fema.gov.

WHAT IS THE COMMUNICATIONS & LIAISONDIVISION?
A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions

Vacancies will be filled in the following specialty areas:
Communications and Liaison; Office of Communications; Media Relations Branch.

The following are the duties of this position at the full working level.

• Serves as liaison between the Agency and the media on significant and sensitive matters involving the IRS.
• Works with senior agency officials in the formulation of policies and programs. Provides counsel and advice to senior officials on media implications and external interpretation of policies and decisions under agency consideration.
• Works in coordination with IRS executives and managers, operational tax administration experts, and Media Relations counterparts to provide accurate and comprehensive answers to complex media inquiries.
• Builds effective working relationships with OD/FD/SS executives, management, and communication personnel by providing counsel and advice during the development and implementation of agency policies and procedures.

As a Management & Program Analyst you will be responsible for the following duties:
- Incumbent serves as a Management and Program Analyst on programs and projects in support of DCSA acquisition programs; responsible for routine programmatic and technical advice on efforts of military, civilian, and contractor personnel to achieve DCSA objectives on a wide variety of efforts including but not limited to personnel vetting, insider threat, and critical technology protection. The incumbent performs developmental assignments including work to develop, formulate, and advise on recurring sensitive and critical operational concepts and strategies for broad spectrum programs, projects, and initiatives undertaken by the PEO in direct support of mission goals and priorities from the Director, DCSA. Analyzes supported organizations missions and operations to determine current and future impacts, administrative operations and adjusts operations to meet changing conditions and situations.
- Participates in Integrated Product Teams (IPTs). Incumbent is responsible for the development, initiation, review, and preparation of Requirements Documents (RDs), Initial Capabilities Documents (ICDs), Capabilities Development Documents (CDDs), and other procurement related documents for technical capability requirements determined by the PEO Leadership/supervisor.
- Drafts justification and approval documentation for Sole-Source technical capability procurements, develops Acquisition Plans, Statements of Work (SOWs), Independent Government Cost Estimates, and Source Selection Evaluation Plans applicable to various contract types including letter contracts, fixed price, time and material, Labor Hour, indefinite delivery indefinite quantity, and cost type contracts.
- Performs market research needed to support contract development decisions for advanced programmatic and advance technical capabilities. Provides advice and analysis of alternatives for decision makers. Participates in analysis and input to business case analysis for requirements and capabilities. Conducts reviews of operational requirements to ascertain and recommend appropriate potential solutions to requirements and identifies options for issues and makes recommendations to resolve problems identified.
- Performs various contract administration support functions such as reviewing and providing recommendations on DCSA PEO contract requirements, contractor proposals, monitoring contractors' compliance with contract, regulatory and statutory provisions, reporting requirements; monitoring contract expenditures, and reporting on deviations from estimated costs.
- As point of contact (POC), responds to queries from PEO Leadership/supervisor, supported organizations, contractor requirements, and other staff elements on matters pertaining to status of projects, requirements, timelines, and assigned areas of responsibility such as implements strategies for system development and analysis, operational logistics, project funding/budgeting, project cost, schedule, and performance management. Manages and plans sequence of operations on a regular basis for assigned elements, revises schedules to meet changes in workload, gives special instructions on difficult operations, answers programmatic questions about work, and informs higher level supervisors of anticipated revisions to requirements, timelines, methodologies or procedures to satisfy non-standard complex program or project support of mission priorities. Uses analytical tools and methods to analyze unique situations and adapts standard operating procedures (SOPs) as applicable.
- Performs other duties as assigned.