Security Assistant (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

Summary This position is located in the OST Office of Security. The incumbent serves as the DOT Passport and Visa agent and the security program's primary Driver/Courier, responsible for securely transporting passport and visa documents within Washington, DC. The incumbent is also a Department of State Certified Passport Agent and serves as a backup to the primary Passport Agent and performs the full range of passport, visa and other ID Media services. Learn more about this agency Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S.Citizen and eligible for consideration. You must meet specialized experience to qualify. Required documents must be submitted by the closing date. Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: SELECTIVE SERVICE: Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for the Selective Service. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: You must complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). TIME-IN-GRADE: Federal applicants must have served 52 weeks at the next lower grade in the competitive or excepted service in the executive branch to satisfy time-in-grade restrictions contained in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. DEU REQUIREMENTS: Applicants selected under delegated examining procedures may be required to successfully complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed). DRUG TEST: This position has been determined to be a critical safety/security position as defined in the Department of Transportation (DOT) Order, DOT 3910.1D entitled "Drug and Alcohol-Free Departmental Workplace." Therefore, if selected for the position you will be required to submit to a pre employment/pre-appointment drug test, you will also be subject to Random Drug Testing. DRIVER'S LICENSE: You will be required to possess and maintain a valid state driver's license at all times while employed in this position in order to perform the duties of the position. Your driving record must have little to no infractions.  Qualifications To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, you must meet either the education or specialized experience requirements for the grade at which you are requesting consideration. To qualify for the GS-05, you must have at least one year of specialized experience equal or equivalent to the GS-04 grade level in the following: Experience applying of Department of State passport and visa rules and regulations. Experience operating a vehicle and performing daily safety inspections. Experience preparing correspondence, including letters of authorization and forms. To qualify on education at the GS-05:Completion of Four full academic years (120 semester hours or 180 quarter hours) of post-high school leading to a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree. To qualify for the GS-06, you must have at least one year of equal or equivalent experience equal to the GS-05, which includes: Experience processing passport and visa requests, reviewing applications for completeness, preparing memos and letters to the U.S. Department of State and embassies. Experience safeguarding sensitive documents and maintaining custody and control of Government-furnished items. Experience with customer service and communication to with foreign embassies and consulates. You cannot qualify on education at the GS-6 level; you must have experience. To qualify for the GS-07, you must have at least one year of equal or equivalent experience equal to the GS-06, which includes: Experience compiling statistical reports when required regarding the issuance of passports and visas at DOT. Experience coordinating the day-to-day administrative support work in an office which includes reviewing security forms and documents and entering confidential information in various databases. You cannot qualify on education at the GS-7 level; you must have experience. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Vehicle Operation - Knowledge of procedures for operating motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, or watercraft. Security - Knowledge of the laws, regulations, and guidelines related to securing personnel, facilities, and information, including the requirements for handling, transporting, and protecting classified information and proper reporting of security incidents. Written/Verbal Communication – Writes and speaks in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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.  You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. For additional information about applying to Federal positions, please click on the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-policies/#url=e4 Students enrolled in a qualifying degree program can apply if the anticipated graduation date is within six months of closing date of the announcement. Graduation transcript must be received before start date. Other applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Additional information The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, [email protected]. To learn more, please visit our page at: The Fair Chance to Compete Act | US Department of Transportation This announcement may be used to fill additional positions if similar vacancies occur within 90 days of the issue date of the referral certificate. 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 window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our 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.