To be considered minimally qualified for this position, you must demonstrate that you have the required education and/or experience for the respective grade level in which you are applying.
You qualify for the GS-09 grade level, if you have:
EXPERIENCE: At least one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-07 grade level (or equivalent) performing the following duties:
- Gathering, identifying, and analyzing threats and hazards to critical infrastructure; and
- Assisting with written policies and procedures; and
- Assisting with coordinating, developing, and in the implementing of critical strategic infrastructure plans; and
- Assisting leadership regarding the analysis of critical infrastructure dependencies and interdependencies within region/district programs.
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EDUCATION:
A. Master's or equivalent graduate degree from an accredited institution that included major study in a field that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to complete the tasks of this position.
OR
B. Two (2) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree from an accredited institution that included major study in the field of study described in statement "A" above.
OR
C. LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws) or J.D. (Juris Doctor) degree, if related.
OR
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: To combine education and experience, determine your total qualifying experience as a percentage by dividing your total months of qualifying experience by 12. Then determine your education as a percentage by dividing the total number of completed graduate education beyond the first year (total graduate education minus 18 semester hours or 27 quarter hours) by 18 semester hours or 27 quarter hours. Finally, add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100% to qualify at this grade level.
You qualify for the GS-11 grade level, if you have:
EXPERIENCE: At least one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-09 grade level (or equivalent) performing the following duties:
- Implementing strategic and operational planning responsibilities for the region; and
- Planning and executing ongoing programs, projects, initiatives and/or procedural changes; and
- Reviewing and analyzing regional plans, policies, and security procedures and other matters of importance with leadership guidance.
OR
EDUCATION:
A. Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree from an accredited institution that included major study in knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to complete the tasks of this position.
OR
B. Three (3) full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree from an accredited institution that included major study in the field of study described in statement "A" above.
OR
C. LL.M. (Master of Laws) degree, if related.
OR
COMBINATION OF EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: To combine education and experience, determine your total qualifying experience as a percentage by dividing your total months of qualifying experience by 12. Then determine your education as a percentage by dividing the total number of completed graduate education beyond the second year (total graduate education minus 36 semester hours or 54 quarter hours) by 18 semester hours or 27 quarter hours. Finally, add the two percentages. The total percentage must equal at least 100% to qualify at this grade level.
You qualify for the GS-12 grade level, if you have:
EXPERIENCE: At least one (1) year of specialized experience at the GS-11 grade level (or equivalent) performing the following duties:
- Leading the analysis of critical infrastructure dependencies and interdependencies within region/district programs, projects, and studies that require analysis of interrelated issues; and
- Developing and implementing new plans, schedules, or methods to accommodate changing program requirements; and
- Advising and guiding administrative policies, management, and organizational theories that require considerable adaptation; and
- Supporting senior leadership Headquarters personnel of critical infrastructure trends in the region; and
- Participating in the development of Regional Strategic Plan and operational planning responsibilities.
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.
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.