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Government Information Specialist
$123k-157k (estimate)
Full Time
1 Week Ago
U.S. Department of the Treasury is Hiring a Government Information Specialist Near Hartford, CT
Duties
WHAT IS THE PGLD - PRIVACY, GOVERNMENTAL LIAISON and DISCLOSURE DIVISION?
A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions
Vacancies Will Be Filled In The Following Specialty AreasPrivacy, Government Liaison and Disclosure (PGLD) Government Liaison, Disclosure Safeguard (GLDS) Disclosure
The following are the duties of this position at the full working level.
Serves as an expert advisor who provides technical and administrative guidance on highly complex Disclosure/privacy issues. Also, develops confidentiality-related policies for nationwide application to both internal and external customers.
Reviews and analyzes appeals for denials of access to records requested under FOIA to identify trends and to make recommendations on releasing records for future requests. May be called upon to testify on behalf of the agency with regard to FOIA cases and assist Government attorneys in the litigation process.
Serves as liaison to external customers and recipients to clarify and resolve complex issues.
Develops agency policy and procedures with regard to the administration of FOIA.
Provides guidance and advice on Privacy Act and laws ensuring compliance in these areas. Plans and conducts educational training sessions on Privacy Act requirements. Reviews and evaluates the agency privacy program requirements. Also develops, implements, and maintains privacy policies and procedures.
Help
RequirementsConditions of Employment
Standard Position Descriptions (spd)PD97978
Visit the IRS SPD Library to access the position descriptions.
You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-13 LEVEL: You must have 1 year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes Extensive knowledge of Disclosure legislation, statutes, regulations, Internal Revenue Code Section 6103, the Privacy Act, Freedom of Information Act, related privacy laws, the IRM, policies, procedures and court decisions to determine that IRS documents, records, information, and operations are in compliance with the law and to coordinate issues with IRS business units.
Mastery knowledge of a wide range of analytical methods and techniques, both qualitative and quantitative, for identifying trends and significant program issues. Skills in program development, measuring and evaluating disclosure compliance are required to improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Thorough knowledge to communicate effectively to identify problems, analyzes causes, develop solutions, and coordinate varying phases of work. Knowledge of oral communication techniques to present policy recommendations to management and communicate findings to all levels of employees and external stakeholders. Knowledge of written communication methods and techniques in order to prepare and deliver program and technical instructions to implement new policies and procedures and development of training to address deficiencies, changes, and needs of the Disclosure program.
MEET TIME IN GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT: You must meet applicable TIG requirements to be considered eligible. To meet TIG for positions above the GS-05 grade level, you must have served at least one year (52 weeks) at the next lower grade (or equivalent) in the normal line of progression for the position you are applying to. Advancement to positions up to GS-05 is permitted if the position to be filled is no more than two grades above the lowest grade held within the preceding 52 weeks.
AND
TIME AFTER COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENT: By the closing date (or if this is an open continuous announcement, by the cut-off date) specified in this job announcement, current civilian employees must have completed at least 90 days of federal civilian service since their latest non-temporary appointment from a competitive referral certificate, known as time after competitive appointment. For this requirement, a competitive appointment is one where you applied to and were appointed from an announcement open to "All US Citizens".
For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards.
Education
A copy of your transcripts or equivalent documentation is required for positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience. An official transcript will be required if you are selected. If the position has specific education requirements and you currently hold, or have previously held, a position in the same job series with the IRS, there is no need to submit a transcript or equivalent at this time. Applicants are encouraged, but are not required, to submit an SF-50 documenting experience in a specific series. A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Click here for Foreign Education Credentialing instructions.
Additional information
WHAT IS THE PGLD - PRIVACY, GOVERNMENTAL LIAISON and DISCLOSURE DIVISION?
A description of the business units can be found at: https://www.jobs.irs.gov/about/who/business-divisions
Vacancies Will Be Filled In The Following Specialty AreasPrivacy, Government Liaison and Disclosure (PGLD) Government Liaison, Disclosure Safeguard (GLDS) Disclosure
The following are the duties of this position at the full working level.
Serves as an expert advisor who provides technical and administrative guidance on highly complex Disclosure/privacy issues. Also, develops confidentiality-related policies for nationwide application to both internal and external customers.
Reviews and analyzes appeals for denials of access to records requested under FOIA to identify trends and to make recommendations on releasing records for future requests. May be called upon to testify on behalf of the agency with regard to FOIA cases and assist Government attorneys in the litigation process.
Serves as liaison to external customers and recipients to clarify and resolve complex issues.
Develops agency policy and procedures with regard to the administration of FOIA.
Provides guidance and advice on Privacy Act and laws ensuring compliance in these areas. Plans and conducts educational training sessions on Privacy Act requirements. Reviews and evaluates the agency privacy program requirements. Also develops, implements, and maintains privacy policies and procedures.
Help
RequirementsConditions of Employment
Standard Position Descriptions (spd)PD97978
Visit the IRS SPD Library to access the position descriptions.
- Telework Eligible Positions: Telework eligible positions do not guarantee telework. Employees must meet and sustain IRS telework eligibility requirements (e.g., reporting at least twice a pay period to your assigned Post of Duty (POD)) and supervisor's approval to participate in the IRS Telework Program. Employees must also be within a 200-mile radius of their official assigned post-of-duty (POD) while in a telework status. As a reminder - If you are selected for a position, you are responsible for reporting to your designated POD (location) on the negotiated start date or as directed by management.
- A 1-year probationary period is required (unless already completed).
- File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.
- Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-13 LEVEL: You must have 1 year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes Extensive knowledge of Disclosure legislation, statutes, regulations, Internal Revenue Code Section 6103, the Privacy Act, Freedom of Information Act, related privacy laws, the IRM, policies, procedures and court decisions to determine that IRS documents, records, information, and operations are in compliance with the law and to coordinate issues with IRS business units.
Mastery knowledge of a wide range of analytical methods and techniques, both qualitative and quantitative, for identifying trends and significant program issues. Skills in program development, measuring and evaluating disclosure compliance are required to improve organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Thorough knowledge to communicate effectively to identify problems, analyzes causes, develop solutions, and coordinate varying phases of work. Knowledge of oral communication techniques to present policy recommendations to management and communicate findings to all levels of employees and external stakeholders. Knowledge of written communication methods and techniques in order to prepare and deliver program and technical instructions to implement new policies and procedures and development of training to address deficiencies, changes, and needs of the Disclosure program.
MEET TIME IN GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT: You must meet applicable TIG requirements to be considered eligible. To meet TIG for positions above the GS-05 grade level, you must have served at least one year (52 weeks) at the next lower grade (or equivalent) in the normal line of progression for the position you are applying to. Advancement to positions up to GS-05 is permitted if the position to be filled is no more than two grades above the lowest grade held within the preceding 52 weeks.
AND
TIME AFTER COMPETITIVE APPOINTMENT: By the closing date (or if this is an open continuous announcement, by the cut-off date) specified in this job announcement, current civilian employees must have completed at least 90 days of federal civilian service since their latest non-temporary appointment from a competitive referral certificate, known as time after competitive appointment. For this requirement, a competitive appointment is one where you applied to and were appointed from an announcement open to "All US Citizens".
For more information on qualifications please refer to OPM's Qualifications Standards.
Education
A copy of your transcripts or equivalent documentation is required for positions with an education requirement, or if you are qualifying based on education or a combination of education and experience. An official transcript will be required if you are selected. If the position has specific education requirements and you currently hold, or have previously held, a position in the same job series with the IRS, there is no need to submit a transcript or equivalent at this time. Applicants are encouraged, but are not required, to submit an SF-50 documenting experience in a specific series. A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Click here for Foreign Education Credentialing instructions.
Additional information
- We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. Additional jobs may be filled.
- The salary range indicated in this announcement reflects the minimum locality pay up to maximum locality pay for all duty locations listed. The range will be adjusted for selected duty location. General Schedule locality pay tables may be found under Salaries & Wages.
- This is a NON-BARGAINING unit position.
- Tour of Duty: Day Shift - Start and stop times between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
- Alternative work schedule, staggered work hours or telework may be available.
- In the event that a building is closed due to rent management, new hires may be placed in a local commuting location.
- Relocation expenses - NO
- The employment of any candidate selected for this position, including a current employee or a new hire, selected for this position may be conditional upon classification and/or audit of federal tax returns. This audit may include up to 2 years of returns.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$123k-157k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/04/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
06/30/2024
WEBSITE
treasury.gov
HEADQUARTERS
Washington, DC
SIZE
>50,000
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