Summary Serves as Operations Chief of International and Special Programs (ISP). Manages day-to-day operations of ISP Division. Coordinates operations plans/programs; considers directives/materials ensuring instructions are provided to staff, including overseeing the development of implementing instructions/guidelines. Evaluates activities for achievement of objectives/goals and initiates actions to improve operations/employee interaction throughout Industrial Security Program. Responsibilities As a Supervisor Industrial Security Specialist you will be responsible for the following duties:-Serves as the Operations Chief overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of the International and Special Programs division -Represent DCSA on matters related to issues in National Industrial Security Program; responsible for advice and assistance provided by mission elements under his/her control to stakeholders involving all security disciplines with focus on International and Special Access Program security -Assists with overseeing/managing the mission element responsible for representing DCSA in international matters, such as meetings, conferences, and visits to other countries conducted under the National Military Disclosure Committee; providing direct representation when required -Assists with overseeing and managing the mission element responsible for performing liaison activities, on an as needed basis, for the dissemination of industrial security policy to foreign governments; providing direct support when required -Provides support to Assistant Director, IS as he/she represents DCSA on all appropriate committees, working groups, or task forces established to formulate, coordinate, and/or issue national level Industrial Security guidance or to review, discuss, and recommend policies and procedures -Provides support to other directorates through advisories, regulations, staff visits, reports, seminars, conferences, and training -Maintains liaison with contractor associations concerned with the NISP and its requirements on industry Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened from the Office of Personnel Management's (OPMs) basic qualifications requirements. See: Security Administration Series 0080 (opm.gov) and General Schedule Qualification Standards (opm.gov) for OPM qualification standards, competencies and specialized experience needed to perform the duties of the position as described in the MAJOR DUTIES and QUALIFICATIONS sections of this announcement by 05/03/2024 Applicant must have directly applicable experience that demonstrates the possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies/knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position. You must have specialized experience sufficient to demonstrate that you have acquired all the competencies necessary to perform at a level equivalent in difficulty, responsibility, and complexity to the next lower grade GS/GG-13 in the Federal service and are prepared to take on greater responsibility. Generally, this would include one year or more of such specialized experience. Specialized experience for this position includes: Expert experience providing advice and assistance provided by mission elements under his/her control to stakeholders involving all security disciplines with a focus on International Security, Special Access Program security, and the management of knowledge and data that supports the defense enterprise; Oversee and provide support with meetings, conferences, and visits to other agencies and components executing enhanced security measures; Advanced experience coordinating overall operations plans and programs; Developing security principles with special emphasis in the area of government security oversight at industrial locations; Providing advice to an agency's senior leaders for all matters relating to Special Access Programs (SAP) and international security programs; Applying all aspects of International, NATO and SAP security to include principles contained in the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), International and SAP security directives, instructions, and manuals. Specifically you will be evaluated on the following competencies: 1. Performance Management: Apply performance management concepts, principles, practices, and regulations, regarding planning, monitoring, advising on the rating and rewarding of employee performance 2. Communications: Communicate (i.e., written and oral) rights, responsibilities, management directives, policies, and/or regulations to employees, supervisors, and/or other pertinent individuals. 3. Conflict Management: Anticipates and takes steps to prevent counterproductive confrontations. Manages and resolves conflict and disagreements in a constructive manner. 4. Developing Others: Develops the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by inspiring and providing a learning environment of ongoing feedback and opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods, enabling employees to address skill gaps and realize their highest potential. Actively encourages and supports enhancement of a joint perspective. 5. Interpersonal Skills: Develops and maintains effective working relationships, especially in difficult situations. Engages and inspires others. Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different audiences/ situations/cultures. Actively solicits feedback. Exemplifies professionalism, tact and empathy. Builds trust and commitment. 6. Problem Solving: Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; seeks/generates and evaluates alternative perspectives/solutions; makes timely/ effective recommendations, based on potential implications of findings or conclusions. Critically evaluates to identify the causes of problems, and chooses courses of action that balance the interests of the mission and stakeholders. Education Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level. Additional Information VETERANS PREFERENCE/CURRENT OR FORMER FEDERAL In accordance with DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, veterans preference is not required to be applied when considering candidates with prior Federal competitive or excepted service who have completed a probationary or trial period and have not been separated for cause. Therefore, veterans preference will not be applied to applicants with current federal service, or former federal civilian service meeting the above criteria. Other Notes: Re-employed Annuitant: This position does not meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf Applicants selected from this announcement may be required to serve a two-year trial period. If selected, Federal employees currently serving in the competitive service must acknowledge that they will voluntarily leave the competitive service by accepting an offer of employment for a DCIPS excepted service positions. If selected, non-DCIPS candidates must acknowledge in writing that the position they have been selected for is in the excepted service and covered by DCIPS. Selection under this appointment authority does not confer civil service competitive status. All current and former Federal employees must submit a copy of your latest SF50 (Notification of Personnel Action) showing your tenure, grade and step, and type of position occupied (i.e., Excepted or Competitive); or similar Notification of Personnel Action documentation, i.e., Transcript of Service, Form 1150, etc. Resumes should NOT include: Classified information/SSN/Photo of yourself/personal information (gender, religion, affiliation etc/Encrypted digitally signed docs). Resumes with this prohibited information will be automatically ineligible for consideration.