Summary These positions are located in the Programs and Policies Division, Litigation and Appeals Branch in the Office of Information Programs and Services, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Global Information Services, Bureau of Administration (A/GIS/IPS/PP/LA) in the U.S. Department of State (DOS). The incumbent serves as the primary point of contact and principal advisor for Department of State records that are either the subject of litigation or administrative appeal of denial of information. Responsibilities Leads team in processing full range of requests for information for Departmental records in accordance with the FOIA and EFOIA, Privacy Act, E.O. 13526 on National Security Information, and for special document requests from the Congress. Analyzes and evaluates relevancy of records retrieved and consult with Bureau officials and officials of other Department and agencies concerning the retrieval and release of sensitive U.S. foreign policy information. Explains team goals and objectives to assigned team members and assisting teams in accomplishing the work; coaching, facilitating and solving work problems, and participating in work of the team. Oversees, studies and surveys of records management programs, present study findings and provide technical analysis and advice to program managers concerning study results and develop recommendations for program improvement. Plans, develops, and implements comprehensive records management program for assigned Bureaus and offices. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants must meet all the qualification requirements described below by the closing date of this announcement. Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service that provided the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Qualifying specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Experience leading teams in processing full range of official request for information from legal or regulatory obligations. Experience developing and implementing a records management program. Experience participating in developing new policies and procedures. There is no substitute of education for specialized experience for the GS-13 position. Education Education requirements do not apply to this vacancy announcement. Additional Information For reasonable accommodation at the U.S. Department of State, please contact the Office of Accessibility and Accommodations at (202) 663-3474 or OAA@state.gov. If eligible, telework agreements may be permitted with supervisory approval. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. If eligible, applicants to this announcement may be referred to other similar positions in other Bureaus/Offices in the Department for up to 240 days. Telework eligibility and security clearance requirements may vary for such similar positions.