Job Summary

This vacancy is for a GS - 0080 - 13, Security Specialist Port located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, D9 CONTINGENCY PLANNING BRANCH -DXC in CLEVELAND, Ohio.

Job Description

To qualify at the GS-13 grade level, your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-12 grade level in the federal sector. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. Examples of specialized experience include performing the following types of tasks on a regular basis. Developing, coordinating, or administering maritime security plans, policies, or programs-such as the Maritime Operations Coordination Plan (MOCP) or Area Maritime Security Plan (AMSP)-to ensure compliance with national security policies. Establishing and maintaining partnerships with federal, state, local, Tribal, and private-sector stakeholders to enhance port security, intelligence sharing, and layered defense, including delivering briefings to senior leadership and diverse stakeholder groups. Planning, designing, and executing complex, all-hazards security exercises or drills, such as full-scale exercises (FSEs), to test and validate operational readiness and response plans. NOTE: All experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or related applicable assessment) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. NOTE: Education can not be substituted for experience at this grade level. National Service Experience (i.e., volunteer experience): 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.