SECURITY ASSISTANT (OFFICE AUTOMATION)

Summary You will serve as a SECURITY ASSISTANT (O/A) in the Security Department of NAVY WARFARE DEVELOPMENT CENTER. Responsibilities You will apply specific security regulations regarding the type of security check and initiate investigations. You will prepare and/or assist in preparation of all necessary forms and supporting documents to have clearance granted. You will use standard methods or web-applications such as Joint Personnel adjudication System (JPAS) or the Contractor Verification System (CVS) to review requests for visits. You will maintain files on the status of security clearance requests. You will establish and maintain security reports, records and files. You will operate the digital badging system and LENEL Identification Camera system for preparing security ID photos. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-04 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Performing clerical and assistant tasks in support of personnel, physical, information, and industrial security programs. Working with personnel security forms or letters, such as: the SF-312 (Standard Form-Non Disclosure Agreement), the DD-254 (Contract Security Classification Specification), and computer based programs used for processing personnel investigations and clearance requests such as the Contractor Verification System (CVS) and the Defense Information Security System (DISS). Analyzing and evaluating reports of investigations including those containing conflicting information or evidence. Using data processing techniques and computer operations needed to maintain security related data bases. Using correct format needed for the preparation for Navy messages and official correspondence. The employee must be proficient in typing and word processing skills. Using correct grammar, accurate spelling and the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Education In lieu of specialized experience, you may qualify with the following education or combination of both education and experience: Successful completion of at least four full academic years of education above high school OR A combination of experience and education as described above that equates to one year of experience. A transcript must be submitted with your application if qualifying using education. See Required Documents for additional information. Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category or higher. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position.