International Engagement Officer

Job title:

International Engagement Officer

Company

Federal government of the United States

Job description

SummaryThe mission of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) is to research, investigate, recover, and identify remains of DoD personnel unaccounted for from World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, the Cold War, the Iraq conflicts and the Persian Gulf War, and to disseminate appropriate information on the status of missing persons from past conflicts to authorized family members. The DPAA Director, (SES-III) reports to the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy (USD(P).OverviewOpen & closing dates06/03/2024 to 06/07/2024Salary$117,962 – $153,354 per yearPay scale & gradeGS 13Location1 vacancy in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Travel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series)Supervisory statusNoSecurity clearanceDrug testYesPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processAnnouncement numberST-12426735-24-ALRControl number792653000This job is open toClarification from the agencyVeterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA)DutiesIncumbent typical work assignments may include the following:

• Engages, establishes, and maintains cooperative working relationships with the host nation representatives to facilitate approval and support for DPAA’s research, investigation, survey, forensic review, and recovery activities within each specific country.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with counterparts within the Department of Defense in the conduct of the US government’s personnel accounting mission.
• Orchestrates and coordinates visits by host nation officials to DPAA and U.S. delegations to host nations for orientation, bilateral discussions and negotiations, and information exchange and training.
• Supports the development of policy and strategy related to issues involving Americans missing from our Nation’s designated past conflicts.

RequirementsConditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/Home/Registration)
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment
• Required to participate in the direct deposit program
• This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing
• This position is subject to the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). A Special Background Investigation (SBI) is required with favorable adjudication by a determining authority.
• Incumbent may be required frequent short notice travel, including travel to overseas locations in second and third world countries.
• Incumbent may be required to occasionally travel away from your normal duty station for official business on military or commercial aircraft.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government passport and be willing to travel internationally (either via military or by commercial aircraft). TDY may be to austere areas.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a valid State Driver’s License.
• Incumbent may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays and/or overtime.

QualificationsFor qualifications determinations, it is recommended that applicants include their months and hours worked per week for each employment listed on their resume. If a determination is not able to be made about the length of your creditable experience for qualification requirements, you will be removed from consideration.Read more about what should I include in my federal resume? atYou may qualify at the GS-13 level, if you fulfill the following qualification requirement:
One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private sector) that demonstrates your experience in: * Coordinating with stakeholders on international engagement plans;

• Developing strategies for international and host nation engagements that are consistent with political, economic, traditional, or culture for each country; and,
• Attending national and international meetings to ensure information related to personnel accounting activities is accurate, complete, and aligned with policies and strategies.

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.ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act Chapter 21 of Title 5, United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 2108a, requires Federal agencies treat active duty service member as veterans, disabled veterans, and preference eligible, when they submit, at the time they apply for a Federal job, a “certification” of active service in lieu of a DD-214, assuming the service member is otherwise eligible. A “certification” letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service. The service member’s military service dates are necessary in order to determine whether he or she meets the definition of “veteran” under 5 U.S.C. 2108(1). The “certification” must reflect the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date of submission. The “certification” must be signed by, or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will begin (if applicable), your rank, dates of active duty service, the type of discharge and character of service (i.e. honorable). Further, under paragraph (h) of the rule, agencies are required to verify a qualifying separation from military service prior to appointment, through the DD-214 or other appropriate documentation. Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be verified prior to appointment. Active duty members that fail to provide a valid “certification” of service with their initial application will be found “not eligible.” Military members may be appointed before the effective date of their military retirement/separation if member is on terminal leave.Current or Former Political Appointees: Beginning January 1, 2010, agencies must seek prior approval from OPM before they can appoint a current or recent political appointee to a competitive or non-political excepted service position at any level under the provisions of title 5, United States Code. If you are currently or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you MUST disclose that to the Human Resources Office. Submit a copy of your applicable SF-50, along with a statement that provides the following information regarding your most recent political appointment:

• Position title;
• Type of appointment (Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES, or Presidential Appointee);
• Agency; and,
• Beginning and ending dates of appointment.

For qualifications determinations, it is recommended that applicants include their months and hours worked per week for each employment listed on their resume. If a determination is not able to be made about the length of your creditable experience for qualification requirements, you will be removed from consideration.All qualifications, education, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement and clearly documented in your resume.EducationEducation cannot be substituted for experience.Additional informationOther priority consideration programs will continue under their current operating procedures.A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application. Please view the following link for information on how to obtain an alternative applicationAppointment Authorities: For more information on appointment authority eligibility requirements:

• Other Special Appointment Authorities
• Interchange Agreements

Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit:Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants.Nepotism: Under the provisions of 5 USC 3110, an individual may not be appointed into a position if the position is under the supervisory chain of command of a relative.Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician preference. Click to obtain a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self-Certification Checklist.6.Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technicians Receiving Disability Retirement PPP Eligible: MR and NG technicians receiving disability retirement PPP applicants must be selected and placed at the full performance level if determined well qualified. You must include a completed copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist to verify your eligibility for Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability preference. Click to obtain a copy of the Military Reserve and National Guard Technician Disability PPP Self-Certification Checklist.7.Recruitment, relocation, and retention incentives may be considered.Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.

• 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. .

Expected salary

$117962 – 153354 per year

Location

Arlington, VA

Job date

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 02:27:52 GMT

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