Summary This position is located at Bureau of Engraving and Printing, within the Security Division WCF. As a Security Specialist (Product), you will exercise expert knowledge and professional skills related to all aspects of the WCF security program to include product accountability, internal controls, and investigations. Responsibilities The following are the duties of this position at the GS-12. If you are selected at a lower grade level, you will have the opportunity to learn to perform all these duties, and will receive training to help you grow in this position. Conduct industrial security surveys, probes, and audits at the Western Currency Facility and at contractor plants. Analyze production cycles and procedures to determine the adequacy of product security and determine whether established procedures are adequate to maintain product security. Recommend improved security measures where necessary and reports upon the necessity for corrective action when irregularities are discovered. Analyze, establish procedures, and monitor the shipment of all security items to and from the BEP Washington Facility, issuing agencies and contracting facilities. Investigate all WCF product discrepancies (overages and shortages], not only at contractor facilities, but also at Federal Reserve Banks and other issuing agencies. You will conduct investigations to determine whether discrepancies are as the result of work-related errors or theft. As required, you will coordinate investigations with other agencies such as Secret Service. Requirements Conditions of Employment If you do not meet any of the categories listed above, you may wish to apply under announcement 24-BEP-251-P, which is open for any U.S. citizen to apply. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period, eligibility, and how to apply. Requirements: The experience may have been gained in either the public, private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year and indicate number of hours worked per week on your résume. Key Requirements: Please refer to "Conditions of Employment." Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying. Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National SUITABILITY, CLEARANCE & REQUIREMENTS: A background investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for disqualification in the hiring process. The background investigation process conducted by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing is very thorough. Therefore, it is imperative that applicants exercise candor and honesty when answering background questionnaires, especially as it relates to arrest, employment, education, finances, illegal drug use, and/or other criminal history. Falsification discovered in security documents or during the background investigation process may result in an immediate negative suitability determination or immediate revocation of your interim clearance (if applicable). Qualifications You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Specialized Experience: For the GS-12, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-11 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position includes: -Conducting security surveys, audits, probes, or project reviews to identify work-related errors or security issues; AND -Analyzing aspects of internal control systems (e.g. quality control systems, standard operating procedures, general policies or procedures) and determining their effectiveness or efficiency; AND -Safeguarding and handling sensitive records, reports, materials, and securities; AND -Drafting reports that include conclusions and recommendations. For the GS-11, specialized experience is one year (52 weeks) of experience at the GS-09 level, or equivalent that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience includes: -Assisting with conducting audits, probes, or project reviews to identify work-related errors or security issues; AND -Reviewing reports and investigations for indications of improper activities and identifying potential problems; AND -Safeguarding and handling sensitive records, reports, materials, or product. OR You may qualify with a Ph. D. or equivalent graduate degree. OR 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree. OR LL.M., if related. OR You may qualify by a combination of experience and education. For the GS-09 specialized experience is one year (52 weeks) of experience at the GS-07 level, or equivalent that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience includes: -Assisting with reviewing reports and investigations for indications of improper activities and identifying potential problems; AND -Safeguarding and handling sensitive records, reports, and materials; AND -Reviewing security guidance to identify general policies and procedures. OR You may qualify with a Master's or equivalent graduate degree. OR 2 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree. OR LL.B. or J.D., if related. OR You may qualify by a combination of experience and education. Options for qualifying based on a combination will be identified in the online questions. In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the following time-in-grade requirement, if applicable: For the GS-12, you must have been at the GS-11 level for 52 weeks. In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the following time-in-grade requirement, if applicable: For the GS-11, you must have been at the GS-9 level for 52 weeks. In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the following time-in-grade requirement, if applicable: For the GS-9, you must have been at the GS-7 level for 52 weeks. Education Additional Information OTHER INFORMATION: We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. This is a non-bargaining unit position. The facility typically shuts down annually between Christmas and New Year's Day. As such, all BEP employees must take leave for workdays during the shutdown period. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: A one-year probationary period may be required. Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required. Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time. For more information about individual rights, Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights - FBI, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI, and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov). Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position. Pass a pre-employment physical examination Weekend work and overtime, if applicable, will be scheduled when needed based on production requirements as determined by Management.