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Summary
This position is located in the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Office for Victims of Crime (OVC).
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Overview
- Hiring complete
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Open & closing dates
09/23/2024 to 10/02/2024
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Salary
$163,964 - $191,900 per year
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Pay scale & grade
GS 15
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
Yes—NOTE: If you are a DOJ employee who currently works at a remote work location (i.e., full-time telework), your approval for remote work does not transfer to this position.
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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
Temporary Promotion - Not-to-Exceed 6 month
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Competitive
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Promotion potential
15
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
Yes
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Security clearance
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Drug test
Yes
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Position sensitivity and risk
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Trust determination process
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Financial disclosure
No
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Bargaining unit status
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Announcement number
JP-24-215
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Control number
810733900
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This job is open to
Clarification from the agency
This announcement is open to current Federal DOJ employees with competitive status. Applicants must be U.S. citizens.
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Duties
To meet agency needs, this position will be filled as a temporary promotion, not-to-exceed (NTE) 6 months. At management discretion, this appointment may be extended or be made permanent without further competition. The selectee may be returned, at any time during the temporary promotion, to the position held prior to this temporary promotion.
- Provides direct supervision and managerial oversight to a team of professional staff. Assigns and reviews work, provides guidance and training, evaluates performance, recruits and recommends action regarding hiring, and addresses personnel issues.
- Provides expert advice, guidance, and support to the OVC Director on administrative and policy aspects of OVC programs, proposals, and initiatives, as well as significant and anticipated challenges.
- Assists in reviewing, interpreting, and assessing advisories and formal documents from other professionals to effectively advance OVC's and OJP's mission.
- Attends conferences and meetings with the Director, engaging with members of OVC, OJP, officials from other Department components, federal agency staff, Congressional staff, and White House personnel.
- Oversees the Director's speechwriting process, collaborating with OVC Deputy Directors, Associate Directors, and staff to develop timely talking points and speeches that align with OVC's latest data and programmatic information.
- Facilitates and participates in planning initiatives, documenting these efforts accordingly. Reviews projections, priorities, justifications, and resource allocations for these plans. Supports the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of programs, providing recommendations on feasible planning strategies within current resource constraints.
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Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPM's website: https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/num-ndx.asp
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Subject to background/suitability investigation/determination.
- Federal payments are required to be made by Direct Deposit.
- Requires registration for the Selective Service. Visit www.sss.gov.
- Pre-employment drug testing required.
- Security Requirements: Non-Sensitive/Moderate Risk
- If appointment is made permanent, 1-year supervisory probationary period may be required.
Qualifications
Specialized Experience:
Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level. Specialized experience is experience which is in or related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.
Examples of specialized experience include:
- Providing strategic direction and oversight to a wide range of programs and initiatives that support crime victims, ensuring they receive comprehensive and effective assistance.
- Overseeing the development and implementation of national policies and programs that directly impact state, local, and tribal agencies, as well as nonprofit organizations dedicated to victim services.
- Monitoring significant developments in crime victim policy and programs to assess their potential impact to an agency.
- Preparing speeches, remarks, and other talking points for senior leadership on crime victim policy topics for presentation to various stakeholders and the media.
Technical Qualifications:
Applicants who meet the basic entry and minimum qualification requirements, as described above, will be further evaluated on the following technical qualifications:
- Ability to supervise
- Program and policy advice and guidance
- Program planning and management
- Communication
Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions and is available at OPM's website: https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/indexes/num-ndx.asp
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
Education
There is no education requirement for this position.
Additional information
- This position may be eligible for telework per agency policy.
- This position has a duty station of Washington, D.C. The selectee will be required to physically report to the OJP office building at least four (4) days per bi-weekly pay period and may incorporate leave and official travel plans into this reporting requirement. The office director or supervisor may request the selectee's presence in the office more frequently, as determined by the needs of the office. The selectee will be responsible for covering all commuting-related travel expenses. OJP employees are eligible for one transportation benefit - parking or the Department of Justice (DOJ) transit subsidy.
- OJP offers opportunities for flexible work schedules.
- Recruitment incentives may not be authorized.
- This position is excluded from the bargaining unit.
- This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
- Please do not indicate current or former position salary in your application or resume.
- As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
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.
Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on the announcement. If you are basically qualified for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the online assessment questionnaire. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your resume and application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
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.
REMINDER: ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59 Eastern Time (Washington, D.C. time) ON 10/02/2024 .
Required Documents
- Resume (To receive credit for experience, your employment history must be documented in month/year format (MM/YYYY), reflecting starting date and ending date and include the number of hours worked per week. Failure to follow this format may result in disqualification),
- SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (see below for more information), and
- Performance Appraisal. Note: if not provided, may be required at time of interview.
Current DOJ Federal Employees
If you are a current or former Federal DOJ employee in a permanent, competitive service position, you must submit documents to confirm your status or reinstatement eligibility.
- Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".
- Submit your most recent Performance Appraisal (dated within the last 18 months) or a separate statement explaining why you are unable to submit your appraisal. If not provided at time of application, it will be required at time of interview.
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 complete the online application and submit the supporting documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
A complete application package, to include the responses to the online Assessment Questionnaire, must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/02/2024to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
- Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
- After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
- You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
If you are unable to apply via email, please contact Mickenzie Driscoll at
mickenzie.driscoll@usdoj.govor 202-598-1672 for alternate application procedures.
Agency contact information
Mickenzie Driscoll
- Address
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Office for Victims of Crime
DO NOT MAIL
Washington, DC 20531
US
Next steps
Once your completed application is certified and received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your status and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. We expect to make a final job offer within 80 days after the closing date of the announcement.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Current DOJ Federal Employees
If you are a current or former Federal DOJ employee in a permanent, competitive service position, you must submit documents to confirm your status or reinstatement eligibility.
Required Documents
REMINDER: ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 11:59 Eastern Time (Washington, D.C. time) ON 10/02/2024 .
Required Documents
- Resume (To receive credit for experience, your employment history must be documented in month/year format (MM/YYYY), reflecting starting date and ending date and include the number of hours worked per week. Failure to follow this format may result in disqualification),
- SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action (see below for more information), and
- Performance Appraisal. Note: if not provided, may be required at time of interview.
Current DOJ Federal Employees
If you are a current or former Federal DOJ employee in a permanent, competitive service position, you must submit documents to confirm your status or reinstatement eligibility.
- Submit an SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) or other official agency documentation that shows your current (or most recent) grade and competitive service status. (The "position occupied" block on the SF-50 should show a "1" and your "tenure" block should show a "1" or "2".
- Submit your most recent Performance Appraisal (dated within the last 18 months) or a separate statement explaining why you are unable to submit your appraisal. If not provided at time of application, it will be required at time of interview.
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.
Help
If you are unable to apply via email, please contact Mickenzie Driscoll at
mickenzie.driscoll@usdoj.govor 202-598-1672 for alternate application procedures.
Learn more about this agency
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the supporting documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
A complete application package, to include the responses to the online Assessment Questionnaire, must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/02/2024to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
- Follow the prompts to select your résumé and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
- After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
- You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
If you are unable to apply via email, please contact Mickenzie Driscoll at
mickenzie.driscoll@usdoj.govor 202-598-1672 for alternate application procedures.
Agency contact information
Mickenzie Driscoll
- Address
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Office for Victims of Crime
DO NOT MAIL
Washington, DC 20531
US
Next steps
Once your completed application is certified and received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of your status and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation. We expect to make a final job offer within 80 days after the closing date of the announcement.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Office of Justice Programs
The position is located in the Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Office for Victims of Crime (OVC). The DOJ's mission is to enforce the law and defend the interests of the United States according to the law; to ensure public safety against threats foreign and domestic; to provide federal leadership in preventing and controlling crime; to seek just punishment for those guilty of unlawful behavior; and to ensure fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans. OVC's mission is to enhance the Nation's capacity to assist crime victims and to provide leadership in changing attitudes, policies, and practices to promote justice and healing for all victims of crime. The OVC is one of six components with grant-making authority within OJP. This position serves as the Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor to the OVC Director and plays a crucial role in overseeing and coordinating various administrative and operational activities within OVC.
Agency contact information
Mickenzie Driscoll
- Address
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Office for Victims of Crime
DO NOT MAIL
Washington, DC 20531
US