GOVERNMENT INFORMATION SPECIALIST Jobs

Summary

Job TitlePlanning, Managing, and Coordinating NAVSEA's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA) ProgramsDutiesYou will be responsible for planning, managing and coordinating NAVSEA's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA) programs for the Command, including field activities, PAEs, and PEOs supported by the command.You will review different types of records requested under FOIA including: contract/procurement, technical data (drawings/manuals), investigative reports/hotline complaints, asbestos information and classified records.You will develop and maintain administrative tools posted on the Privacy Act Online website regarding Privacy Act systems of records notices (SORN's), managing their programs, understanding the provisions of the Act.You will serve as FOIA/PA Request action officer on requests for responsive records (e.g., contract/procurement, technical data, investigative reports/hotline complaints, asbestos information, and classified records) involving documents under NAVSEA.You will make recommendations to SEA10 directors on problem areas brought to the incumbent's attention with the goal of streamlining the programs and providing NAVSEA subordinate Privacy Act officials with the most up-to-date guidelines.You will retrieve, review, and redact records requested under FOIA/PA to ensure correct and uniform application of exemptions and pertinent access statutes/regulations are applied.You will assist in the compilation of the FOIA Annual report, coordinating with field activities for a consolidated product.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMust be a US Citizen.Must be determined suitable for federal employment.Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.govWithin the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.QualificationsYour resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower pay band, NH-02 (GS-11 Equivalent), in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector implementing Policy and procedures relating to the management and oversight of Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act (FOIA/PA) programs and prepares responses to FOIA requests, evaluates and resolves FOIA complaints disputes and issues.

Job Description

Job TitlePlanning, Managing, and Coordinating NAVSEA's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA) ProgramsDutiesYou will be responsible for planning, managing and coordinating NAVSEA's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA) programs for the Command, including field activities, PAEs, and PEOs supported by the command.You will review different types of records requested under FOIA including: contract/procurement, technical data (drawings/manuals), investigative reports/hotline complaints, asbestos information and classified records.You will develop and maintain administrative tools posted on the Privacy Act Online website regarding Privacy Act systems of records notices (SORN's), managing their programs, understanding the provisions of the Act.You will serve as FOIA/PA Request action officer on requests for responsive records (e.g., contract/procurement, technical data, investigative reports/hotline complaints, asbestos information, and classified records) involving documents under NAVSEA.You will make recommendations to SEA10 directors on problem areas brought to the incumbent's attention with the goal of streamlining the programs and providing NAVSEA subordinate Privacy Act officials with the most up-to-date guidelines.You will retrieve, review, and redact records requested under FOIA/PA to ensure correct and uniform application of exemptions and pertinent access statutes/regulations are applied.You will assist in the compilation of the FOIA Annual report, coordinating with field activities for a consolidated product.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentMust be a US Citizen.Must be determined suitable for federal employment.Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.govWithin the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.QualificationsYour resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower pay band, NH-02 (GS-11 Equivalent), in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector implementing Policy and procedures relating to the management and oversight of Freedom of Information Act and Privacy Act (FOIA/PA) programs and prepares responses to FOIA requests, evaluates and resolves FOIA complaints disputes and issues.