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Summary
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PKEMRA established the Surge Capacity Force (SCF) program to deploy federal employees in the aftermath of a major incident to support response and recovery efforts managed by FEMA. The Act enables federal employees who work every day in the service of the United States to extend their support to a culture of preparedness and volunteerism throughout the Federal Government family.
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Overview
- Reviewing applications
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Open & closing dates
02/26/2023 to 03/08/2023
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Salary
$30,414 - $143,598 per year
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Pay scale & grade
GS 5 - 15
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Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
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Location Negotiable After Selection
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
No
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Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Detail - Deployments are projected to last up to 45 days. You may be asked to deploy within 48 hours after a declared DHS SCF activation.
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Competitive
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Promotion potential
None
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Job family (Series)
0089 Emergency Management Specialist
0301 Miscellaneous Administration And Program
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
No
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Announcement number
JDP-11093641-21-CL
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Control number
598828300
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This job is open to
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Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
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Federal employees - Excepted service
Current excepted service federal employees.
Clarification from the agency
This detail opportunity is for current competitive and excepted service employees only. If you are not a current federal civilian employee you will not be eligible for this position. DHS Joint Duty Assignments do not apply to members of the Military service or contractors.
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IS-102.C: Preparing for Federal Disaster Operations: FEMA Response Partners*
IS-35.21: FEMA Safety Orientation 2021*
IS-700.B: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
IS-800.D: National Response Framework, an Introduction
Additional information
Work Hours:
SCF members may be required to work evenings and/or weekends. Extensive overtime may be required. Appropriate premium pay rates will be used in accordance with Federal Pay regulations.
Pay & Benefits:
DHS SCF members continue to be paid by their home agency, the home agency will pay the base 80 hours/pay period. FEMA will reimburse documented overtime and approved expenses. As a federal employee, both your health care coverage and worker's compensation will remain with you during deployment; however, if you have a state-managed plan, you may want to check their policy on providers out of state/out of network.
Deployment and Duration of Detail:
Deployments are projected to last up to 45 days. You may be asked to deploy within 48 hours after a declared DHS SCF activation.
Location:
Locations will vary within the US States and territories.
Duties
Members may respond to natural and man-made disasters, acts of terrorism, and other major incidents. Working in a variety of FEMA program areas depending on operational requirements such as Individual Assistance, Disaster Survivor Assistance, External Affairs, IT, Logistics, National Disaster Recovery Support, Equal Rights, Planning, among others.
Member Requirements:
- Full-time federal employee from any federal agency
- Grade GS-15 and below
- Have a valid federal government identification badge compliant with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD)-12 requirements from your Agency
- Have a valid Government-issued travel card
- Successful completion of your agency's anti-harassment training within the last 365 days
- Obtain supervisor approval
- Successful completion of the following required online Independent Study courses and exams through the Emergency Management Institute (EMI) (https://training.fema.gov/is/):
IS-102.C: Preparing for Federal Disaster Operations: FEMA Response Partners*
IS-35.21: FEMA Safety Orientation 2021*
IS-700.B: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
IS-800.D: National Response Framework, an Introduction
Additional information
Work Hours:
SCF members may be required to work evenings and/or weekends. Extensive overtime may be required. Appropriate premium pay rates will be used in accordance with Federal Pay regulations.
Pay & Benefits:
DHS SCF members continue to be paid by their home agency, the home agency will pay the base 80 hours/pay period. FEMA will reimburse documented overtime and approved expenses. As a federal employee, both your health care coverage and worker's compensation will remain with you during deployment; however, if you have a state-managed plan, you may want to check their policy on providers out of state/out of network.
Deployment and Duration of Detail:
Deployments are projected to last up to 45 days. You may be asked to deploy within 48 hours after a declared DHS SCF activation.
Location:
Locations will vary within the US States and territories.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Must be a current permanent Federal employee
- Must have supervisory approval to apply to the Joint Duty Assignment. DHS 250-2 Application Form under "required documents" section.
- Must NOT have any pending/outstanding disciplinary actions
- Must have achieved a minimum of "meet expectations/proficiency" on latest performance appraisal/evaluation
- Must be currently at the grade level of the detail. *No Temporary Promotion Opportunity*
- The program does not apply to members of the Military service or contractors.
Qualifications
No Qualifications Required.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Currently Surge Capacity Force is not activated but is still accepting members for future activations.
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.
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.
Not applicable
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.
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.
1. SF-50: Submit a copy of your official SF-50 (no text version) or other official "Notification of Personnel Action" document which shows the following information:
- Your appointment in the Federal service
- Tenure
- Grade and Step
- Full performance level
2. DHS Joint Duty Assignment Application Form signed by your supervisor. Please click on the following link to access the required form DHS Form 250-02.
How to Apply
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted to receive consideration.
- To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and other supporting documents, and complete the questionnaire.
- Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
Agency contact information
DHS Surge Capacity Force Member
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DHS Joint Duty Program
301 7th Street SW
Washington, DC 20024
US
Next steps
Once you submit your application, your information will be provide to your home agency DHS SCF Coordinator for review. The coordinator will then be in contact with you regarding next steps on how to enroll in the DHS SCF.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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2. DHS Joint Duty Assignment Application Form signed by your supervisor. Please click on the following link to access the required form DHS Form 250-02.
Required Documents
1. SF-50: Submit a copy of your official SF-50 (no text version) or other official "Notification of Personnel Action" document which shows the following information:
- Your appointment in the Federal service
- Tenure
- Grade and Step
- Full performance level
2. DHS Joint Duty Assignment Application Form signed by your supervisor. Please click on the following link to access the required form DHS Form 250-02.
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Learn more about this agency
How to Apply
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted to receive consideration.
- To begin, click Apply Online to create a USA JOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and other supporting documents, and complete the questionnaire.
- Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
Agency contact information
DHS Surge Capacity Force Member
- Address
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DHS Joint Duty Program
301 7th Street SW
Washington, DC 20024
US
Next steps
Once you submit your application, your information will be provide to your home agency DHS SCF Coordinator for review. The coordinator will then be in contact with you regarding next steps on how to enroll in the DHS SCF.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Department of Homeland Security - Agency Wide
DHS is calling on those who want to help protect American interests and secure our Nation. DHS Components work collectively to prevent terrorism; secure borders and our transportation systems; protect the President and other dignitaries; enforce and administer immigration laws; safeguard cyberspace; and ensure resilience to disasters.
The DHS Joint Duty Program (JDP) is an intra- and inter-departmental program which offers civilian personnel professional and developmental opportunities. Joint Duty Assignments (JDAs) enhance operations and mission execution through unity of effort and collaboration.
The DHS JDP is a human capital program initiative which is managed by OCHCO at DHS headquarters. The DHS JDP's purpose is two-fold: to encourage and to facilitate assignments of DHS personnel to other DHS components as well as outside agencies. The purpose of JDAs is to gain multi-component, multi-faceted experience focused on cross-cutting DHS and Federal-wide operations to enhance performance of the individual, the organizations, and the Department. JDAs are for a period not to exceed 1 year and do not qualify for Joint Duty credit.
The DHS JDP covers current Federal employees at the GS-13 through GS-15 grade levels and equivalent. The DHS JDP does not apply to members of the military service or contractors. JDAs do not offer Temporary Promotions.
Agency contact information
DHS Surge Capacity Force Member
- Address
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DHS Joint Duty Program
301 7th Street SW
Washington, DC 20024
US