Total 1,786 Legal / Public / Security job vacancies

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.

Summary Continued: vehicle passes and Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) cards and passes.

DUTIES:

• Processes applications and issues identification cards contract access badges, vehicle registration, and temporary passes to eligible personnel.
• Maintains controlled forms. Maintains control logs for identification cards and contractor access badges for maintenance and destruction of accountable forms in accordance with applicable AF instructions.
• Carries out routine, miscellaneous clerical tasks.
• Provides general customer service. Focuses on responsive and accurate customer service within the Pass & Registration/Visitors Center environment.

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 & 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 external parties on significant and sensitive matters involving media activities.
• Works with senior agency officials in the formulation of national policy 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 National 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 national policies and procedures.
• Builds effective working relationships with members of the designated geographic area media to develop effective ways to communicate the tax law, regulations, and IRS policies, procedures, and programs.

Skilled at conducting in-depth assessments that uncover vulnerabilities and delivering innovative solutions to bolster security posture. Driven to protect critical information and support organizational resilience in an ever-changing digital landscape!

As a Physical Security Specialist, you will:

• Serve as a source of authoritative information and guidance on physical security for all BPA organizational elements.
• Participate in the development of a BPA-wide physical security and compliance management strategy.
• Develop and document BPA physical security policies, plans, procedures, and enforcement provisions.
• Initiate, plan, and lead projects to investigate and analyze a variety of complex physical security problems, questions, or conditions.
• Manage an armed security services contract which aligns with state requirements as well as DHS and DOE requirements.
• Represent Physical Security, Security and Continuity of Operations, the office of BPA's Chief Administrator, and the BPA as a subject matter expert for the overall Security and Continuity of Operations program.
• Respond to incidents involving unauthorized access to and misuse, theft, assault, vandalism, espionage, sabotage, or loss of equipment, facilities, and materials.
• Lead the development of a BPA-wide physical security awareness and training program.

Organizational Location: This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Office of Assets and Facilities Management, in Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job).


As a Program Manager-Deputy Unit Chief, at the full performance level you will perform the following duties:

• Directs an organization responsible for a variety of diverse programs and/or services;
• Plans, directs, coordinates, controls and evaluates the activities of subordinate organizations;
• Determines goals and objectives that need additional emphasis;
• Makes recommendations for program improvement.

This Supervisory Transportation Security Officer position is located at Waco Regional Airport (ACT), Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). As a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO), you will be responsible for mitigating actual and potential threats against civil aviation and other transportation modes. You will also perform and supervise in your area of specialty, which may include Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) and Lead Transportation Security Officers (LTSOs) in the performance of all security functions related to the screening of people, property, and cargo through the use and application of procedures, techniques, and technology. In addition, you will make independent, security-based decisions using intelligence, critical thinking, experience, observation, and passenger engagement. Typical duties include, but are not limited to:

• Conducting and supervising subordinate employees in conducting pre-board security screening of persons, their carry-on and checked baggage/cargo.
• Overseeing screening checkpoint(s) and/or baggage screening operations on a day-to-day basis to include equipment, personnel, and the scheduling and rotation of personnel.
• Participating in the development of new policies and procedures, and recommending changes in policy and procedures based on observation of work, as required.
• Participating in the development of strategic planning initiatives, workforce planning, succession planning initiatives, and other reports and documents for TSA and superiors.
• Engaging in continuous development of critical thinking skills necessary to mitigate security threats by identifying, evaluating, and applying appropriate situational options and approaches.
• Preparing various types of communications such as morning briefings, checkpoint logs, reports, and documents that are germane to the work performed.
• Developing incident information and reports for Law Enforcement Officers (LEOs) and superiors.
• Serving as a member of the National Screening Force.

As a Lead Administrative Program Specialist at the GS-0301-13 some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Lead the team in identifying, distributing, and balancing workload and tasks among employees in accordance with established workflow, skill level and/or occupational specialization.
• Manage one or a number of operations-wide administrative support programs.
• Analyze and evaluate administrative procedures for the effective use of personnel and materials.
• Serves as the DSCU CATMS manager.
• Develop and communicate DSCU operations division budget requirements to the DSCU budget office and consolidates inputs for review by the DSCU CoS, Provost, and President.
• Provide guidance, assistance, and training to faculty and staff on the application of DSCU policies and procedures and how they apply to DoD, and DSCA policies and procedures for implementation.
• Conduct special projects and studies of internal organizations and management systems or issues that may directly impact senior leader's organizational structures and/or workflow.
• Ensure all DSCU Records Management, to include Share Drive and Share Point, and maintenance of files and records management system(s) are in accordance with DoD regulations.

This Supervisory Transportation Security Officer position is located at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG), Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). As a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (STSO), you will be responsible for mitigating actual and potential threats against civil aviation and other transportation modes. You will also perform and supervise in your area of specialty, which may include Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) and Lead Transportation Security Officers (LTSOs) in the performance of all security functions related to the screening of people, property, and cargo through the use and application of procedures, techniques, and technology. In addition, you will make independent, security-based decisions using intelligence, critical thinking, experience, observation, and passenger engagement. Typical duties include, but are not limited to:

• Conducting and supervising subordinate employees in conducting pre-board security screening of persons, their carry-on and checked baggage/cargo.
• Overseeing screening checkpoint(s) and/or baggage screening operations on a day-to-day basis to include equipment, personnel, and the scheduling and rotation of personnel.
• Participating in the development of new policies and procedures, and recommending changes in policy and procedures based on observation of work, as required.
• Participating in the development of strategic planning initiatives, workforce planning, succession planning initiatives, and other reports and documents for TSA and superiors.
• Engaging in continuous development of critical thinking skills necessary to mitigate security threats by identifying, evaluating, and applying appropriate situational options and approaches.
• Preparing various types of communications such as morning briefings, checkpoint logs, reports, and documents that are germane to the work performed.
• Developing incident information and reports for Law Enforcement Officers (LEOs) and superiors.
• Serving as a member of the National Screening Force.

As a SCO MANAGEMENT TRAINING COORDINATOR at the GS-0301-11 some of your typical work assignments may include:

• Manages the Training Program for the Defense Security Cooperation University (DSCU) Strategic Workforce Programs (SWP).
• Plans, develops, and executes the programs, policies, and procedures involved in managing pre-assignment training of personnel (Service Members & U.S. Government Civilian Employees) selected for overseas assignments in Security Cooperation Organizations (SCO).
• Evaluates personnel and manpower reports for accuracy in regard to assignment tour rotations to include incumbent replacement, departure/arrival dates, extensions and curtailments.
• Coordinates initial arrival activities for incoming SMs. Greets SCO personnel and schedules orientation and out-processing activities at DSCA & DSCU

• Directs, coordinates and/or performs a variety of supervisory and non-supervisory policing law enforcement assignments and projects
• Schedules all officers for all required training related to the performance of their duties including the initial and ongoing weapons training for all assigned Police Officers
• Plans, schedules, and conducts training classes and coordinates classes conducted by subordinate Police Officer Training Instructors
• Provides written reports relevant to training and proposes new ideas for the enhancement of the police training program
• Plans, coordinates, and reviews policies and standard operating procedures regarding law enforcement and security operations for implementation to be used during training sessions
• Recommends course modifications and reviews courses for technical accuracy and adherence to established lesson plans
• Performs supervisory duties that include making employee assignments, monitoring the status and progress of the work, performance evaluations, approving leave requests, etc.
• Serves as a lead on and personally conducts investigations, apprehensions, or detention of individuals suspected or convicted of offenses
• Patrols and responds to a variety of criminal activities requiring law enforcement intervention and makes independent decisions to take/direct/coordinate immediate steps to preserve life and property
• Performs law enforcement administrative duties, including preparing and monitoring the budget, overseeing equipment needs, reviewing and overseeing daily and monthly activity, crime, and accident reports and plans for various criminal and traffic operations, reviewing incoming correspondence, and providing responses
• Performs related duties as required.

As a SECURITY SPECIALIST, GS-0800-11, you will initiate and implement policies and procedures required to manage sensitive compartmented information (SCI) programs and to protect SCI resources. Establish policies and procedures for accomplishment of SCI protection and security. Work directly for the intelligence unit commander/Senior Intelligence Officer (510), reporting on the administration of the Special Security Office and SCI-associated security programs. Administer the SCI security clearance program for all assigned personnel, ensuring all required clearances are up-to-date and completed. Provide oversight of unit and 550 security self-inspections and presents detailed and comprehensive reports with corrective action taken to the unit intelligence commander/51O. Represent the intelligence unit to a variety of installation and functional areas, including national-level organizations. Perform other duties as assigned.

As a FINANCIAL ANALYST, your typical work assignments may include:

• Serves as a financial expert on budgeting and financial management issues and activities. Provides expert technical advice and consultation concerning the Intelligence Division's budgetary items.
• Prepares recommendations to resolve problems in current programs, defines criteria for new management programs, establishes uniformity of guidelines, and where weaknesses are identified recommends solutions based upon sound management practices.
• Provides the Intelligence Division with recommendations for funding requirements for Intelligence programs.
• Serve as the NC expert on DEA Purchase Card procurements. Must apply Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Required Source Regulations which mandate the requirements that must be filled. Places orders and monitors expenditures using the DEA Purchase Card.
• Plans, directs, implements, and perform overall administration of a myriad of management, analysis and advisory functions in support of NC programs.
• Devises and develops detailed plans, goals, and objectives for the long-range implementation and administration of major Intelligence Division programs.
• Conducts analyses and recommends actions to the NCM Section Chief on matters of policy assessments, financial forecasting, program planning and evaluation, establishment of program priorities, and related business activities.
• Provides expert analytical, evaluative, and consultative services to NCM leaders on a wide range of organizational, structural, process, and resource issues.
• Performs studies, analyses, and evaluations of administrative regulations, procedures and policy directives to determine applicability.
• Reviews and makes recommendations for the implementation of new policies and procedures based on the needs of the organization.
• Advises and recommends innovative approaches for avoiding and/or resolving problems and reducing conflicts.

Press Content Development

• Writes, publishes, reviews, and measures the success of press releases on AmeriCorps.gov (Drupal), advisories, social media, and other relevant materials, aligning plans with agency goals and objectives as directed by the Press Secretary.
• Writes briefing memos for senior leaders for upcoming interviews. Contributes to the strategic development and production of media materials.
• Provides CEO and senior leadership with regular updates on press activity, press production, crisis response, and CEO social media.
• Organizes the press editorial calendar.
• Consults with managers and specialists in the Office of Communications and Marketing to provide media expertise, strategic direction and approaches, and assistance with other mission-related tasks.
• Stays abreast of the latest trends for effective media relations and communication to targeted audiences, focusing on strategies to increase visibility for the work supported by AmeriCorps.

• Manages day-to-day press and media outreach to cultivate and sustain partnerships, including managing the press inbox, responding to inquiries, and scheduling and staffing leaders for interviews.
• Coordinates media and public affairs requests, including interviews and filming inquiries.
• Monitors and reviews all media coverage and public engagement events which includes occasional weekend and evening support for senior leadership when there are interviews, media events or press conferences.
• Cultivates relationships with media representatives, bookers, and outlets, proactively seeking out new media partnership opportunities.
• Strategically pitches agency or program-specific stories to TV, radio, print news outlets and journalists that result in media coverage. Implements policies and procedures outlined by the Press Secretary for media relations activities, including maintaining current media contact lists in agency CRM and media monitoring tool (Meltwater).
• Supports the Press Secretary in managing the public face of AmeriCorps, ensuring that the agency brand is represented consistently and correctly across all media outlets.
• Serves as on-the-record spokesperson for the agency in the absence of the Press Secretary. Performs other duties as assigned.