Government Information Specialist

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Government Information Specialist

Company: Federal government of the United States


Description: SummaryThis position is located in the U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), in a Birmingham Region Area Office.

• Position is in the bargaining unit.
• Selectee will be expected to report to one of the office locations listed above; this is not a remote position.

Overview

• Accepting applications

Open & closing dates11/05/2024 to 11/18/2024Salary$59,966 – $77,955 per yearThe salary displayed in this announcement is the 2024 GS pay of the Rest of U.S. (RUS). Upon selection it will be adjusted based on locality.Pay scale & gradeGS 9Locations1 vacancy in the following locations:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy. Current DOL policy requires on-site work at least 5 days per pay period.Travel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testNoPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureNoBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberDE-25-BOS-OSHA-12598386-HANControl number817378900This job is open toClarification from the agencyThis vacancy is open to U.S. Citizens; Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) eligibles in the local commuting area. Current DOL policy requires on-site work at least 5 days per pay period. The selectee will report to an assigned DOL office location on a regular basis and is eligible for participation in telework as determined by management in accordance with DOL policy.VideosDutiesMajor Duties:

• Serves as a FOIA expert in the Regional Office or an Area Office, ensuring that requests are processed in accordance with FOIA and Privacy Act regulations, as well as internal procedures.
• Acts as liaison between the Area Offices, the OSHA National Office, and the Regional and National Solicitors’ Offices with regard to interpretation of FOIA issues.
• Responds to FOIA requests region-wide; requests the appropriate computer reports to obtain the requested information; reviews all applicable regulations to determine appropriate exemptions to be used; and redacts documents according to the regulations.
• Prepares responses within the prescribed time limits to FOIA requests from the general public. Assures that all legal citations are appropriate and accurate.
• Provides guidance to private sector employers, employees, interested parties, Regional management, and administrative staff in interpreting FOIA statutes and provides guidance on rules, regulations and procedures required to process requests.

RequirementsConditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Requires a probationary period if the requirement has not been met.
• Candidate required to obtain the necessary security/investigation level.

QualificationsSpecialized Experience is the experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA’s) to perform the duties of the position successfully, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level.To qualify for the GS-09: Applicants must have 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, GS-07. Qualifying specialized experience for the GS-09 includes:

• Interpreting and applying statutory requirements of both the FOIA and Privacy Acts;
• Redacting records and documents in response to FOIA requests;
• Preparing summaries and reports with responsibility for accuracy, citation, format and conformance to appropriate regulations;
• Utilizing communication techniques to represent an agency in responding to FOIA requests from customers, such as other Federal agencies and councils, employer/employee groups, labor organizations, national industry organizations, interagency, media and special interest groups; and/or
• Collecting factual information, identifying data from collected information, and selecting solutions from alternatives in guidelines and precedent cases.

orEducation: Have a master’s or equivalent graduate degree; or 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.B. or J.D., if related.orA qualifying combination of education and competencies as described above.EducationAny applicant falsely claiming an academic degree from an accredited school will be subject to actions ranging from disqualification from federal employment to removal from federal service.If your education was completed at a foreign college or university, you must show comparability to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States and comparability to applicable minimum coursework requirements for this position. Click for more information.Additional informationFinal duty station will be set at time of hire, this will be further discussed during the interview. Salary shows reflects the Rest of U.S. Pay table, salary will be adjusted based on location at time of selection. More information on salary tables can be found here:Applicants must meet all legal and regulatory requirements. Reference the Required Documents section for additional requirements.This position is inside the bargaining unit. If the duty location is within the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, the position will be included in the Local 12, AFGE bargaining unit. If the duty location is outside the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area, the position will be included in the NCFLL bargaining unit.NoneThe mission of the Department of Labor (DOL) is to protect the welfare of workers and job seekers, improve working conditions, expand high-quality employment opportunities, and assure work-related benefits and rights for all workers. As such, the Department is committed to fostering a workplace and workforce that promote equal employment opportunity, reflects the diversity of the people we seek to serve, and models a culture of respect, equity, inclusion, and accessibility where every employee feels heard, supported, and empowered.Refer to these links for more information: , , ,As a condition of employment, all personnel must undergo a background investigation for access to DOL facilities, systems, information and/or classified materials before they can enter on duty:This is not a remote work position. The selectee will report to an assigned DOL office location on a regular basis and is eligible for participation in telework as determined by management in accordance with DOL policy.Based on agency needs, additional positions may be filled using this vacancy.The Department of Labor may use certain incentives and hiring flexibilities, currently offered by the Federal government to attract highly qualified candidates. .The Fair Chance Act (FCA) prohibits Federal agencies from requesting an applicant’s criminal history information before the agency makes a conditional offer of employment. If you believe a DOL employee has violated your rights under the FCA, you may file a complaint of the alleged violation following our agency’s complaint process .Note: The FCA does not apply to some positions specified under the Act, such as law enforcement or national security positions

• 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. .

Salary: $59966 – 77955 per year

Location: Birmingham, AL

Date: Wed, 06 Nov 2024 04:39:41 GMT


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