Supervisory Personnel Security Specialist

Supervisory Personnel Security Specialist

Department: Department of Justice

Location(s): Washington, District of Columbia

Salary Range: $143913 - $187093 Per Year

Job Summary: As the Supervisory Personnel Security Specialist in the Intake Branch, Department of Justice (DOJ), Justice Management Division (JMD), Security and Emergency Planning Staff (SEPS), Personnel Security Group (PERSG). PERSG assesses the reliability, loyalty, suitability, and trustworthiness of those persons who have access to all types of Department information, resources, and material that could adversely affect the national security, the public welfare, or the efficiency of the Federal service.

Major Duties:

• The duties and responsibilities for a Supervisory Personnel Security Specialist, GS-0080-14 generally include, but are not limited to, the following: * Administering and managing all personnel security functions in support of on-boarding Magistrate Judges, Article I judges, Clerks of Court, Law Clerks, Federal Public Defenders, other judicial staff for the Judicial Branch within the Litigation Security Group for the Department. * Initiating and processing background investigations through the electronic application for investigations processing (eAPP) system, ensuring completeness and accuracy prior to submission to Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI). * Assists the Classified Security Officers (CISO) whose mission is to prevent the unauthorized disclosure of classified information in the judicial process nationwide. * Prepares and coordinates official correspondence for information. * Maintains personnel security policies and procedures, including Continuous Vetting requirements under the Trusted Workforce 2.0 framework, to ensure compliance with evolving federal standards.

Qualifications: To qualify for the position of Supervisory Personnel Security Specialist, at GS-0080-14you must meet the specialized experience requirements listed below. For the GS-14, one year of specialized experience to the GS-13 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal service. Specialized experience is defined as utilizing an automated database to enter information initiate and adjudicate background investigations; and evaluate results of background investigations relating to suitability, security, waivers, and/or preemployment screening requirements. You MUST meet all qualification requirements, including time-in-grade, by the 05/20/2026 of this announcement. Your resume must support your responses to the application questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating. See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete the application questionnaire and submit your supporting documentation. Your complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/20/2026 to receive consideration. The application process is as follows: Click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. Need Help? If you need help with USAJOBs or the application process, please see the USAJOBS Help or Application Manager Online Help websites which includes information on managing your account, creating an application, uploading documents, etc. Reasonable Accommodation: To request reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the hiring agency directly for assistance.

Application Deadline: 2026-05-20