Summary The Secret Service is seeking retirees of the Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS) or Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) to support our integrated mission and impart knowledge and experience to the current workforce. Joining the Security Programs Division will allow you to coordinate policies, programs, and standards that protect and safeguard Secret Service personnel, property, facilities, information, and support emergency preparedness, planning, and continuity of operations (COOP). Responsibilities The selectee will serve as a Regional Security Specialist in the Office of Security, Security Programs Division. Typical work assignments include: Implementing the facility security program consistent with Interagency Security Committee (ISC) security standards to include security surveys, facility security and active shooter response plans, and mail/package handling and processing; Participating in the review and inspection of facilities where SCI material is discussed, stored, handled, and processed; AND Recommending security techniques, methods, and practices and developing/modifying internal operating guidelines to meet the changing needs of the organization in satisfying security and emergency preparedness programs. This Security Specialist (Reemployed Annuitant and ICTAP Eligibles) position starts at a salary of $88,520.00, GS -13, Step 1 with promotion potential to $115,079.00, GS-13, Step 10 Requirements Conditions of Employment Be a U.S. citizen Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service. If selected for this position, you will be required to: Obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Tier 5 clearance. For more information visit OPM Mythbuster Page. Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position. Submit a credit check after a conditional offer of employment has been accepted. Dual Compensation Off-Set Waiver Approved for Rehires: This announcement is being used to recruit CSRS and FERS annuitants on a limited basis with a waiver of salary offset (if a dual compensation waiver is requested) under certain specified circumstances not to exceed 12/31/2028. Annuitants who are reemployed with a salary offset (dual compensation) waiver are eligible for: Full annuity and full Federal salary. Annual and sick leave (not applicable for an intermittent work schedule) Receive overtime (on a full schedule). New hires under this authority will be offered a 4-year, non-status, term appointment in the competitive service. Appointments that continue past December 31, 2028, may be subjected to salary off-set (reduced) if the OPM dual compensation salary off-set waiver is not renewed. Annuitants who are reemployed with a salary offset (dual compensation) waiver are NOT eligible for: Additional retirement coverage (other than Social Security coverage). TSP Contributions. Annual, sick leave or holiday pay if working an intermittent work schedule only). Reemployed annuitants may only receive one appointment per job series. Qualifications To be considered qualified for this position you must meet the following qualification requirements for the respective grade level in which you are applying. You qualify for the GS-13 level if you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level performing duties such as: Researching and analyzing difficult security problems/issues for physical, administrative, information, operational (OPSEC) or industrial security to provide advice and guidance to stakeholders; AND Monitoring access to Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and assuring procedures and processes are followed tosafeguard the handling/storage of classified and sensitive information; AND Developing, recommending, and implementing emergency management and/or continuity of operations (COOP) activities for an organization. The qualification requirements listed above must be met by the closing date of this announcement. 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. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Education Education does not substitute for specialized experience. Additional Information Re-employed annuitants are at-will employees and can be separated at any time for any reason. There are no notice requirements and annuitants have no Reduction-in-Force (RIF) protections. DHS uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Click here to learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment. The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components 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 HRsupport@usss.dhs.gov. More than one selection may be made from this announcement if additional identical vacancies in the same title, series, grade and unit occur. Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions. The Secret Service prohibits employees from having visible body markings (including but not limited to tattoos, body art, and branding) on the head, face, neck, hand and fingers (any area below the wrist bone) (exception: a single conservative and unobtrusive tattoo in the form of a ring is authorized on one finger). The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR § 315.707. The Department of Homeland Security encourages persons with disabilities to apply, to include persons with intellectual, severe physical or psychiatric disabilities, as defined by 5 CFR § 213.3102(u), and/or Disabled Veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more as defined by 5 CFR § 315.707. Veterans, Peace Corps/VISTA volunteers, and persons with disabilities possess a wealth of unique talents, experiences, and competencies that can be invaluable to the DHS mission. If you are a member of one of these groups, you may not have to compete with the public for federal jobs. To determine your eligibility for non-competitive appointment and to understand the required documentation, click on the links above or contact the Servicing Human Resources Office listed at the bottom of this announcement.