Summary The International Criminal Investigative Training Assistance Program (ICITAP) works with foreign governments to develop professional and transparent law enforcement institutions that protect human rights, combat corruption, and reduce the threat of transnational crime and terrorism. ICITAP supports both national security and foreign policy objectives and works in close partnership with the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Agency for International Development, and the Department of Defense. Responsibilities As a Deputy Assistant Director (official title: Supervisory Program Analyst), you will: Supervise a group of employees performing work at the GS-12 level and below; Serve as an organizational expert in reviewing and interpreting new and established directives, instructions and regulations to determine their impact on complex or new programs; Serve as an expert analyst in the assessment and improvement of program effectiveness or the improvement of complex management processes and systems; Provide expert analysis and evaluations to management encompassing programmatic milestones, schedules, and budgetary resources planning and execution required for effective management, operations and decision making in support of a program/project or functional area; Research, analyze and prepare background information on the legal, social, political and economic context in which an ICITAP program operates in order to support program managers in preparing proposals and program plans; Assist the regional assistant director to define and implement goals and performance standards established in region and evaluates the performance of the region; and Develop both long and short-term regional and country specific development programs to implement criminal justice systems based on democratic principles and the rule of law. 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. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications To qualify at the GS-13 Federal grade level, applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience, as reflected in their resume, at or equivalent to the GS-12 level: assessing and evaluating international development programs or projects; writing briefing papers or cables to support an international development program or project; conducting briefings for various program stakeholders; and developing detailed plans and objectives for the implementation and administration of a long-term international development program or project. To qualify at the GS-14 Federal grade level, applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience, as reflected in their resume, at or equivalent to the GS-13 level: implementing international development programs or projects; conducting briefings for various program stakeholders; advising foreign law enforcement practitioners on policies and programs; and developing detailed plans and objectives for the implementation and administration of a long-term international development program or project. Selective Placement Factor: To qualify for this position, applicants must be proficient in (English) writing. An applicant's proficiency in (English) writing will be assessed through an online (USA Hire) writing assessment. Applicants who do not display a minimum level of proficiency on the USA Hire Writing Assessment will be ineligible for further consideration. Time-in-Grade: Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements for consideration by the closing date of this announcement. Education There is no education requirement for this position. Additional Information ELIGIBILITY: You are eligible under merit promotion procedures, if you meet one of the following criteria: Federal employees currently serving on career or career-conditional appointments in the competitive service; Former federal employees with reinstatement eligibility based on previous career or career-conditional appointments in the competitive service. For more information see https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/reinstatement/; Displaced federal employees requesting special priority selection consideration under the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) and the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP); Veterans with Veterans' Preference or veterans who have been separated under honorable conditions after three years or more of active continuous service (Veterans Employment Opportunities Act); Individuals with disabilities - For more information and proof required see https://www.usajobs.gov/help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/individuals-with-disabilities/; or Any other individuals eligible for a non-competitive appointment, including former Peace Corps and AmeriCorps VISTA volunteers, Boren Scholars, Fulbright Scholars, military spouses, etc. Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement to fill vacancies that occur subsequent to this announcement. EEO Statement: The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor. Additional information on DOJ's EEO policy can be found on our website. Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; Be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above based on the competencies listed above; and Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. USA Hire Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request an RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, based on your adjudication decision. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. To determine if you need an RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable\_Accommodations\_for\_USA\_Hire.