SUPERVISORY IMMIGRATION SERVICES OFFICER
Location: Providence, Rhode Island
Description: Department Of Homeland Security is employing SUPERVISORY IMMIGRATION SERVICES OFFICER right now, this job will be placed in Rhode Island. More details about this job opportunity kindly read the description below. Do you desire to protect American interests and secure our Nation while building a meaningful and rewarding career? If so, the Department of Homeland Security (! DHS) is calling. DHS components work collectively to prevent terrorism, secure borders, enforce and administer immigration laws, safeguard cyberspace and ensure resilience to disasters. The vitality and magnitude of this mission is achieved by a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services secures America's promise as a nation of immigrants by providing accurate and useful information to our customers, granting immigration and citizenship benefits, promoting an awareness and understanding of citizenship, and ensuring the integrity of our immigration system. Visit us at www.uscis.gov .
Every day, our Supervisory Immigration Services Officers review and make case determinations and provide technical and administrative advice and assign work based on priorities.
This position of SUPERVISORY IMMIGRATION SERVICES OFFICER starts at a salary of $89,449.00 (GS-13 step 1), to $116,2! 82.00 (GS-13 step 10). Apply for this exciting opportunity to ! become a member of the Field Operations Directorate, Office of Field Operations, District 1, Providence Field Office, Providence, RI within DHS US Citizenship and Immigration Services.
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USCIS will not pay your relocation expenses.
This position is not in the bargaining unit.
This position is not considered "essential" for purposes of reporting to work when the facility might otherwise be closed.
Relocation expenses are authorized if you are assigned to the RAIO program and have been approved for rotation from an overseas assignment. Relocation expenses for employees assigned to an OCONUS location will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Note: USCIS may fill one or more positions using this vacancy. KEY REQUIREMENTS
You must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. National to apply for this position
Successfully pass a background investigation including ! financial disclosure
You must pass drug screening
Meet relevant experience and/or education requirements.
Current Federal employees must meet Time-in-Grade requirements
You must submit resume and supporting documentation DUTIES:
As a Supervisory Immigration Services Officer , you will supervise staff responsible for interpreting, applying, and enforcing intricate policies, regulations, procedures, and legislation within the complex domain of Immigration and Nationality Law. You will:
• Conduct and oversee the planning of independent research concerning the eligibility entitlements of persons seeking immigration benefits, employment, and/or legal status under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). Review and make case determinations, hearing and adjudicating appeals, and make decisions on reopening cases and on whether to reconsider cases. Appear in court as the representative of the Department of Homeland Security in naturalizat! ion proceedings and serve as an expert witness at exclusion and deporta! tion hearings, as well as in other administrative or criminal proceedings.
• Direct and train a staff of individuals who serve as the primary contact for immigrants, aliens and others seeking information, assistance and/or guidance in applying for benefits and privileges under Immigration and Nationality laws and regulations. Provide technical and administrative advice to individuals who examine applications and petitions for immigration benefits, supporting documentation and related files or automated records to determine whether requested actions meet governing regulations and to provide information and advisory services to various members of the public, attorneys, and Members of Congress.
• Respond to applicants' questions or resolve problems through the application of established methods and criteria without causing unnecessary delays to either the applicant or the organization.
• Assign work based on priorities, selective consideration of ! the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees; set and adjust short-term priorities, and set target dates for work completion. Listen to and resolve minor complaints from individual employees, as well as resolve group grievances involving non-supervisory subordinates.
• Accomplish work through coordination, direction, and oversight of subordinates and exercise significant responsibility in advising management officials. Evaluate and develop performance standards and assess work performance of subordinate supervisors. Carry out Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and program activities, communicate support of these policies to subordinates, and encourage active participation in EEO program activities and training.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
GS-13: You qualify at the GS-13 level if you possess one (1) year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-12 level in the federal government, ! which has equipped you with the skills needed to successfully perform t! he duties of the position. You must have experience performing the following duties:
• making final determinations on difficult and sensitive immigration benefits cases that are discretionary, precedent-setting, highly visible, and are of great importance to the agency;
• rendering immigration benefits decisions that have substantial impact to a wide range of agencies at the federal, state and local levels;
• Or analyzing new immigration benefits regulations and complex technical amendments as well as procedures for making final determinations on applications/petitions for immigration benefits.
There is no educational substitution at this grade level.
The qualifications for this position must be met by 11:59pm (Eastern Time) on the closing date of this announcement (Monday, June 03, 2013).
Current Federal employees must have served 52 weeks at the lower grade or equivalent grade band in the Federal service. The! Time-in-Grade requirement must be met by 11:59pm (Eastern Time) on the closing date of this announcement (Monday, June 03, 2013).
Supervisory/Managerial Probationary Period: You may be required to serve a twelve -month probationary period upon appointment to this position. You may also be required to complete an appropriate supervisory training course within one year of assignment to this position. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
You will be evaluated for this position based upon information reflected in your resume. Your resume must support your responses to the job specific assessment questionnaire, level of education claimed, experience, and/or training. To remain in consideration for this position, please ensure your resume covers this requirement and that your application has been successfully submitted as part of your on-line application.
The competencies or knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform this job are:
Decisio! n Making
Managing Human Resources
Leadership
! Organizational Awareness
Planning and Evaluating
Creation of this package includes completing the on-line assessment questionnaire, uploading your resume, and uploading any required supporting documents.
NOTE : Your resume and supporting documentation will be verified. If you rated yourself higher than what is supported by your application material, you may be excluded from consideration for this job. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
If you are found best qualified, you may be referred to the hiring manager for consideration and may be called for an interview. To preview the job questionnaire, click here View Assessment Questions .
Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Eligibles: If you have never worked for the Federal government, you are not CTAP/ICTAP eligible! . Information about ICTAP or CTAP eligibility can be found by clicking here to access OPM's Career Transition Resources website. To be considered well qualified under CTAP/ ICTAP, you must be rated at a minimum score of 95 for this position. In addition, you must submit the supporting documents listed under the required documents section of this announcement. BENEFITS:
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For mo! re information, go to
http://www.dhs.gov/xabout/careers/conten! t_multi_image_0016.shtm
OTHER INFORMATION:
Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of our mission, DHS requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo a background investigation and be found eligible for a SECRET CLEARANCE as a condition of placement into this position. This may include a review of financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.
USCIS uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .
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If you were eligible to this job, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Department Of Homeland Security.
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This job will be started on: Thu, 23 May 2013 15:07:00 GMT
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