Program Specialist - Washington, United States - U.S. Department of Justice

U.S. Department of Justice

Verified Company

Washington, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Summary

This position is located in the U.S.

Department of Justice (DOJ), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), Public Safety Officers' Benefits (PSOB) Office.

The PSOB Office is responsible for implementing the PSOB Program.

This job is open to
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)

Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.

Federal employees - Competitive service

Current or former competitive service federal employees.

Individuals with disabilities

Land & base management

Certain current or former term or temporary federal employees of a land or base management agency.

Military spouses

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista

Special authorities

Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.

Veterans

Clarification from the agency

This is NOT a remote position. The duty station is Washington, DC. The selectee will be required to report to the duty station at least 4 days per bi-weekly pay period. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens. Applicants will be considered under Delegated Examining and/or Merit Promotion procedures based upon eligibility.

Duties

(The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position)

As a Program Specialist in the Bureau of Justice Assistance, Public Safety Officers' Benefits Office (PSOB), you will serve as a Benefits Specialist with primary responsibility for the outreach, follow up and administration of PSOB death, disability and education claims.

Serves as a Benefits Specialist and has primary responsibility for the outreach, follow up, and administration of PSOB death, disability, and education claims.

Provides advice and guidance regarding benefits programs. Consultations involve assessment of benefits programs or policy conditions, phenomena, or anomalies.

Analyzes all submitted claim documentation in conjunction with PSOB Act and regulations regarding status of officer, manner of death, appropriate beneficiaries, etc.

Requirements:

Conditions of Employment
U.S. Citizenship required.
Subject to background/suitability investigation/determination.
Submit all required documents and Online Assessment Questionnaire.
Federal payments are required to be made by Direct Deposit.
Pre-employment drug testing required.
1-year probationary period may be required.

See Other Information for further requirements.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Qualifying experience for the GS-13 level includes one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level which is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position

Examples are:

reviewing prior death, disability or education benefit claims to gather information and reconcile conflicting data; devising new or modified methods of analyzing findings in death, disability, or education benefits reviews; or developing new initiatives in the area of death, disability or education benefits management.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems and develop solutions.
Ability to plan and execute work.
Ability to communicate in writing.
Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
Ability to provide advice and guidance on death, disability or education benefits or claim program issues.
Knowledge of death, disability or education benefits program management principles, concepts, and methods.

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Click here to see the full Qualifications Statement.
Education

See Other Information.

Additional information

This position is included in the bargaining unit.

TIME-IN-GRADE REQUIREMENT: Status applicants for promotion must have 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade by the closing date.

This vacancy announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

This position may be eligible for telework per agency policy.

OJP offers opportunities for flexible work schedules.

This position has a duty station of Washington, D.C. The selectee will be required to physically report to the OJP office building at least four (4) days per bi-weekly pay period and may incorporate leave and