. Military-Civilian: Hot Jobs, Events, and Helpful Information for Veterans Seeking Civilian Careers: April 2013

Tuesday, April 30, 2013

TSA – Transportation Security Inspector - Explosive Detection Canine Handler – AR

TSA – Transportation Security Inspector - Explosive Detection Canine Handler – AR



Job Title: Transportation Security Inspector - Explosive Detection Canine Handler
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Transportation Security Administration

SALARY RANGE:
$44,,931.00 to $69,617.00 / Per Year
Close Date: 5/2/13
Location: Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) in Little Rock, AR

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Open to all U.S. Citizens.

JOB SUMMARY:
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.      
Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration, you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life.  In cities across the country, you would secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and/or public transit systems, thus protecting America's transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce. For additional information about our agency please visit http://www.tsa.gov/join/index

KEY REQUIREMENTS:
•You must possess U.S. Citizenship or be a U.S. National.
•You must complete a favorable Background Investigation (BI).
•You must pass Drug and Alcohol Screening, subject to random drug tests.    
•You must successfully complete a training course (maybe up to five weeks).
•You must hold a valid driver's license.
•See additional "Conditions of Employment" in "Other Information" section   
DUTIES:
As a Transportation Security Inspector (TSI) with TSA, you will be responsible for ensuring security compliance of persons and transportation systems/entities regulated under the Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 1500 series. You will perform selected assignments and progressively responsible inspection work such as:
•Conducting regulatory inspections/investigations and supports criminal investigations related to alleged or suspected security violations.
•Identifying, collecting, and preserving evidence used to support enforcement actions. Assisting in determining when enforcement action should be initiated, preparing enforcement investigation reports, and recommending to TSA counsel the type of action and level of penalty commensurate with the nature and severity of the violation.
•Providing testimony and participating in enforcement proceedings. Entering data pertinent to investigations, inspections, and incidents into the national database Performance and Results Information System (PARIS).
•Responding to threats, violations or potential violations and security incidents as defined by the National Incident Management Systems or as directed by the Federal Security Director (FSD) or appropriate authority.
•Providing overt and covert presence, including at high visibility activities, to detect and reduce identified security threats/vulnerabilities.
•Reviewing and analyzing assessment reports and testing results with specific attention to identifying unusual trends and actions that appear to have the potential for developing a security/safety problem.
•Assisting in formulating recommended or alternative courses of action to pursue by regulated parties in order to satisfy security requirements.
•Participating in activities designed to identify security threats through appropriately deployed technology or techniques as directed by Headquarters (HQ), FSD or Assistant Federal Security Director (AFSD).
If selected for a Transportation Security Inspector - Explosives Detection Canine Handler position, in addition to the duties assigned to all TSIs outlined above, you will also be responsible for the daily care of the canine, including necessary health maintenance care, feeding/watering, and grooming of the assigned canine and maintaining safe and sanitary conditions in the kennels and home environment. The handler is responsible for conducting proficiency training as mandated by TSA in order to pass and maintain annual certification standards. The handler/canine are responsible for screening cargo and searching wide and narrow body aircraft, terminals, luggage, facilities, vehicles and other venues for the presence of explosives, as directed. Maintain necessary training and utilization records as identified by TSA and operates a government vehicle equipped with a kennel to transport the canine to various work sites and home. Conducts random patrols and routine sweeps at various areas within the transportation environment to provide a visual deterrent for criminal or terrorist activity. Respond to threats that affect transportation operations or public safety as necessary.
Note: The duties of this position are performed under close guidance and supervision using basic technical inspection knowledge acquired in formal core training and OJT. Assignments typically include inspection work in which established policies and procedures cover virtually all of the work, with little or no room for discretion.

QUALIFICATIONS:
To qualify for the SV-G Pay Band, you must meet one of the qualification requirements (A, B, OR C) as outlined below.
A. Experience: For those qualifying using experience, your application must clearly outline three (3) years of progressively responsible general experience, one (1) year of which was equivalent to at least the SV-F or GS-4 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent in the private sector. Such experience will demonstrate the ability to: analyze problems, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions; plan and organize work; and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
OR
B. Education: Bachelor's or higher-level degree in any field from an accredited college or university.
OR
C. Combination of education and experience: Combinations of successfully completed post-high school education and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements, and may be computed by first determining the total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the position; then determining the education as a percentage of the education required for the position; and then adding the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for the position. If you are attempting to qualify based on education, in whole or in part, you MUST submit a copy of your transcript(s) from an accredited college or university (for each school attended) to establish qualifications based upon education. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts may be required at a later date.

TSA will only accept applications submitted via USAJobs. To view the full job description and apply online, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetail/342504000

TSA – Director, International Operations – VA

TSA – Director, International Operations – VA



Job Title: Director, International Operations
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Transportation Security Administration

SALARY RANGE:
$119,554.00 to $179,700.00 / Per Year
Close Date: 5/8/13
Location: Transportation Security Executive Service (TSES) and is located in the Office of Global Strategies in Arlington, VA.

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Open to all U.S. Citizens.

JOB SUMMARY:
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.    
Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration, you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life.  In cities across the country, you would secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and/or public transit systems, thus protecting America's transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce. For additional information about our agency please visit http://www.tsa.gov/join/index

KEY REQUIREMENTS:
•You must possess U.S. Citizenship.
•You must complete a favorable Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI).
•You must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance.
•You must pass Drug and Alcohol Screening, subject to random drug tests.           
DUTIES:
You will serve as the Director, International Operations for the Office of Global Strategies (OGS). You will report to the Deputy Assistant Administrator (DAA) for OGS.  As an executive-level management official in TSA, you will be primarily responsible for establishing and maintaining a network of international transportation sector partners for the purposes of facilitating cohesive and consistent communication related to transportation security.  You will ensure continued leadership in the areas of transportation security and advancement of best practices on a global basis through multilateral and bilateral initiatives for OGS.  The responsibilities of the position include the formulation of international transportation-related security policy and program oversight to ensure the effectiveness of the stakeholder network in comprehensively addressing international security issues, processes, and programs.  These responsibilities have an agency-wide impact and influence, which includes providing innovative and expert leadership in the establishment, coordination, and implementation of comprehensive international security and communication strategies through collaboration with stakeholder partners and in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, and directives.
As the Director, International Operations, your duties will include: 
•Facilitating and maintaining a network of international transportation partners for purposes of ensuring regular, recurring, and current security information is shared. 
•Monitoring policies and operational activities that impact the international partner network and its various interests and responsibilities. 
•Ensuring that all key organizational elements within TSA are interconnected and interdependent, particularly in terms of a cohesive approach to international stakeholder information and impact.  
•Understanding and appropriately interpreting, developing, and facilitating implementation of international security laws, policies, and regulations to reflect U.S. practices and requirements; maintaining awareness and/or knowledge of the most current, impacting and proposed/enacted legislation in the area of international security programs and projects.
•Serving as the principal advisor to the Assistant Administrator for OGS on matters related to the international stakeholder network.
•Representing TSA with foreign governments regarding transportation security in bilateral and multilateral forums (i.e. International Civil Aviation Organization, European Civil Aviation Commission, etc.)
•Actively pursuing the alignment of U.S. and foreign transportation security practices through OGS on-site liaison activity and representation of U.S. Embassies and consulates.
•Providing leadership to and setting direction for subordinate components, assuring the consistency and coordination of policies and programs needed to accomplish TSA's mission.
•Establishing organizational performance metrics in accordance with TSA's mission, vision, goals, and strategic objectives.
•Overseeing the day-to-day operations of areas within your responsibility, assuring conformance with TSA's strategic plan; continually assessing the effectiveness of operations and programs and adjusting as needed to meet emerging priorities.
•Keeping the Assistant Administrator and Deputy Assistant Administrator apprised of overall operations, current status, and anticipated challenges.
•Supporting Equal Employment Opportunity concepts in all areas of responsibility, treating employees in a fair and equitable manner; fostering an organization representative of diversity and promoting opportunities for employees to influence their work environment with a focus on continual improvement.
QUALIFICATION:
To qualify for this position, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level close to the level of the work of this job that has given you the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities required for successful performance. You would typically gain this experience by working within this field or a field of work that is closely related. Such experience includes providing innovative and expert leadership in the establishment, coordination and implementation of comprehensive transportation related international security and communication strategies through collaboration with stakeholder partners and in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, laws and directives.
As a basic requirement, applicants must demonstrate progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level managerial capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined in the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section of the Job Opportunity Announcement. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the equivalent of the GS-15 grade level in the Federal service or its equivalent with state and local government, the private sector, or non-governmental organizations. Failure to meet this basic qualification requirement and all executive and technical qualification factors automatically disqualifies an applicant.
You must meet the qualification requirements of this position no later than the closing date of the job opportunity announcement.

TSA will only accept applications submitted via USAJobs. To view the full job description and apply online, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetail/342452400

TSA – Transportation Security Officer (TSO) – Williston, ND

TSA – Transportation Security Officer (TSO) – Williston, ND



TSA – Transportation Security Officer (TSO)
Job Title: Transportation Security Officer (TSO)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Transportation Security Administration

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Open to All U.S. Citizens
This position is located at Sloulin Field International Airport in Williston, North Dakota.
Close date: 5/30/13

JOB SUMMARY:
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.
Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life. In cities, towns, and country-sides across the nation, you will be on the front line of the Department of Homeland Security's TSA team as they secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and public transit systems, thus protecting our transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce. For additional information about our agency, please visit http://www.tsa.gov/join/index.shtm
Realistic Job Preview:  The Realistic Job Preview gives you an honest, objective and vivid portrait of what it means to work as a Transportation Security Officer (TSO).  Many TSO applicants are not aware of the real requirements of the job. The Realistic Job Preview provides employee testimonies about both the good and the challenging aspects of being a TSO. To view the Transportation Security Officer (TSO) Realistic Job Preview video, please visit http://www.realisticjobpreview.net/tsa_final.htm

JOB DESCRIPTION:

**TSA may apply a gender-specific (male or female) hiring preference to fill TSO positions in order to meet security mission and same gender pat-down job-related requirements. At airport locations where it is necessary to apply the hiring preference, candidates of the needed gender will be provided preference in the scheduling of the computer based aptitude test, airport assessments, processing and selection.**

Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) provide security and protection of air travelers, airports and aircraft in a courteous and professional manner. This includes:
•Operating screening equipment to identify dangerous objects in baggage, cargo and on passengers, and preventing those objects from being transported onto aircraft;
•Performing searches, to include hand-wand and pat-down searches;
•Controlling terminal entry and exit points;
•Interacting with the public, giving directions and responding to inquiries;
•Maintaining focus and awareness while working in a stressful environment which includes noise from alarms, machinery and people, crowd distractions, time pressure, and disruptive and angry passengers, in order to preserve the professional ability to identify and locate potentially life threatening or mass destruction devices, and to make effective decisions in both crisis and routine situations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:
•    Pass a background investigation including a credit and criminal check
•    Pass a Drug Screening and Medical Evaluation
•    No default on $7,500 or more in delinquent debt (but for some bankruptcies)
•    No delinquent Federal or State taxes or past due child support payments
•    Selective Service registration required
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Applicants must meet these qualifications in order to be further evaluated in the TSO hiring process:
•Be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National at time of application submission;
•Be at least 18 years of age at time of application submission;
•Be proficient in the English language (i.e., able to read, write, speak, and listen);
•Have a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) credential OR at least one year of full-time work experience in the security industry, aviation screening, or as an X-ray technician.
•You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

TSA will only accept applications via USAJobs.com. To view the full description and apply online, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/301113700

TSA – Male Transportation Security Officer (TSO) – Wendover, Utah

TSA – Male Transportation Security Officer (TSO) – Wendover, Utah



TSA – Transportation Security Officer (TSO)
Job Title: Transportation Security Officer (TSO)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Transportation Security Administration

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Open to All U.S. Citizens
This position is located at Wendover Municipal Airport in Wendover, Utah.
Close date: 5/28/13

JOB SUMMARY:
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.
Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life. In cities, towns, and country-sides across the nation, you will be on the front line of the Department of Homeland Security's TSA team as they secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and public transit systems, thus protecting our transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce. For additional information about our agency, please visit http://www.tsa.gov/join/index.shtm
Realistic Job Preview:  The Realistic Job Preview gives you an honest, objective and vivid portrait of what it means to work as a Transportation Security Officer (TSO).  Many TSO applicants are not aware of the real requirements of the job. The Realistic Job Preview provides employee testimonies about both the good and the challenging aspects of being a TSO. To view the Transportation Security Officer (TSO) Realistic Job Preview video, please visit http://www.realisticjobpreview.net/tsa_final.htm

JOB DESCRIPTION:

**TSA may apply a gender-specific (male or female) hiring preference to fill TSO positions in order to meet security mission and same gender pat-down job-related requirements. At airport locations where it is necessary to apply the hiring preference, candidates of the needed gender will be provided preference in the scheduling of the computer based aptitude test, airport assessments, processing and selection.**

***At this time, this airport is only seeking qualified male candidates to meet mission related staffing needs.  The applications of male candidates will be accepted but not considered until staffing needs change. ***

Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) provide security and protection of air travelers, airports and aircraft in a courteous and professional manner. This includes:
•Operating screening equipment to identify dangerous objects in baggage, cargo and on passengers, and preventing those objects from being transported onto aircraft;
•Performing searches, to include hand-wand and pat-down searches;
•Controlling terminal entry and exit points;
•Interacting with the public, giving directions and responding to inquiries;
•Maintaining focus and awareness while working in a stressful environment which includes noise from alarms, machinery and people, crowd distractions, time pressure, and disruptive and angry passengers, in order to preserve the professional ability to identify and locate potentially life threatening or mass destruction devices, and to make effective decisions in both crisis and routine situations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:
•    Pass a background investigation including a credit and criminal check
•    Pass a Drug Screening and Medical Evaluation
•    No default on $7,500 or more in delinquent debt (but for some bankruptcies)
•    No delinquent Federal or State taxes or past due child support payments
•    Selective Service registration required
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Applicants must meet these qualifications in order to be further evaluated in the TSO hiring process:
•Be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National at time of application submission;
•Be at least 18 years of age at time of application submission;
•Be proficient in the English language (i.e., able to read, write, speak, and listen);
•Have a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) credential OR at least one year of full-time work experience in the security industry, aviation screening, or as an X-ray technician.
•You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

TSA will only accept applications via USAJobs.com. To view the full description and apply online, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/342441200

TSA – Female Transportation Security Officer (TSO) – Denver, CO

TSA – Female  Transportation Security Officer (TSO) – Denver, CO



TSA – Transportation Security Officer (TSO)
Job Title: Transportation Security Officer (TSO)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Transportation Security Administration

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Open to All U.S. Citizens
This position is located at Denver International Airport in Denver, Colorado.
Close date: 5/10/13

JOB SUMMARY:
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.
Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life. In cities, towns, and country-sides across the nation, you will be on the front line of the Department of Homeland Security's TSA team as they secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and public transit systems, thus protecting our transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce. For additional information about our agency, please visit http://www.tsa.gov/join/index.shtm
Realistic Job Preview:  The Realistic Job Preview gives you an honest, objective and vivid portrait of what it means to work as a Transportation Security Officer (TSO).  Many TSO applicants are not aware of the real requirements of the job. The Realistic Job Preview provides employee testimonies about both the good and the challenging aspects of being a TSO. To view the Transportation Security Officer (TSO) Realistic Job Preview video, please visit http://www.realisticjobpreview.net/tsa_final.htm

JOB DESCRIPTION:

**TSA may apply a gender-specific (male or female) hiring preference to fill TSO positions in order to meet security mission and same gender pat-down job-related requirements. At airport locations where it is necessary to apply the hiring preference, candidates of the needed gender will be provided preference in the scheduling of the computer based aptitude test, airport assessments, processing and selection.**

***At this time, this airport is only seeking qualified female candidates to meet mission related staffing needs.  The applications of male candidates will be accepted but not considered until staffing needs change. ***

Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) provide security and protection of air travelers, airports and aircraft in a courteous and professional manner. This includes:
•Operating screening equipment to identify dangerous objects in baggage, cargo and on passengers, and preventing those objects from being transported onto aircraft;
•Performing searches, to include hand-wand and pat-down searches;
•Controlling terminal entry and exit points;
•Interacting with the public, giving directions and responding to inquiries;
•Maintaining focus and awareness while working in a stressful environment which includes noise from alarms, machinery and people, crowd distractions, time pressure, and disruptive and angry passengers, in order to preserve the professional ability to identify and locate potentially life threatening or mass destruction devices, and to make effective decisions in both crisis and routine situations.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
•    Pass a background investigation including a credit and criminal check
•    Pass a Drug Screening and Medical Evaluation
•    No default on $7,500 or more in delinquent debt (but for some bankruptcies)
•    No delinquent Federal or State taxes or past due child support payments
•    Selective Service registration required
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Applicants must meet these qualifications in order to be further evaluated in the TSO hiring process:
•Be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National at time of application submission;
•Be at least 18 years of age at time of application submission;
•Be proficient in the English language (i.e., able to read, write, speak, and listen);
•Have a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) credential OR at least one year of full-time work experience in the security industry, aviation screening, or as an X-ray technician.
•You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

TSA will only accept applications via USAJobs.com. To view the full description and apply online, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/341531400

TSA – Transportation Security Officer (TSO) – Chattanooga, TN

TSA – Transportation Security Officer (TSO) – Chattanooga, TN



TSA – Transportation Security Officer (TSO)
Job Title: Transportation Security Officer (TSO)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Transportation Security Administration

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Open to All U.S. Citizens
This position is located at Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Close date: 5/7/13

JOB SUMMARY:
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.
Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life. In cities, towns, and country-sides across the nation, you will be on the front line of the Department of Homeland Security's TSA team as they secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and public transit systems, thus protecting our transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce. For additional information about our agency, please visit http://www.tsa.gov/join/index.shtm
Realistic Job Preview:  The Realistic Job Preview gives you an honest, objective and vivid portrait of what it means to work as a Transportation Security Officer (TSO).  Many TSO applicants are not aware of the real requirements of the job. The Realistic Job Preview provides employee testimonies about both the good and the challenging aspects of being a TSO. To view the Transportation Security Officer (TSO) Realistic Job Preview video, please visit http://www.realisticjobpreview.net/tsa_final.htm

JOB DESCRIPTION:

**TSA may apply a gender-specific (male or female) hiring preference to fill TSO positions in order to meet security mission and same gender pat-down job-related requirements. At airport locations where it is necessary to apply the hiring preference, candidates of the needed gender will be provided preference in the scheduling of the computer based aptitude test, airport assessments, processing and selection.**

Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) provide security and protection of air travelers, airports and aircraft in a courteous and professional manner. This includes:
•Operating screening equipment to identify dangerous objects in baggage, cargo and on passengers, and preventing those objects from being transported onto aircraft;
•Performing searches, to include hand-wand and pat-down searches;
•Controlling terminal entry and exit points;
•Interacting with the public, giving directions and responding to inquiries;
•Maintaining focus and awareness while working in a stressful environment which includes noise from alarms, machinery and people, crowd distractions, time pressure, and disruptive and angry passengers, in order to preserve the professional ability to identify and locate potentially life threatening or mass destruction devices, and to make effective decisions in both crisis and routine situations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:
•    Pass a background investigation including a credit and criminal check
•    Pass a Drug Screening and Medical Evaluation
•    No default on $7,500 or more in delinquent debt (but for some bankruptcies)
•    No delinquent Federal or State taxes or past due child support payments
•    Selective Service registration required
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Applicants must meet these qualifications in order to be further evaluated in the TSO hiring process:
•Be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National at time of application submission;
•Be at least 18 years of age at time of application submission;
•Be proficient in the English language (i.e., able to read, write, speak, and listen);
•Have a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) credential OR at least one year of full-time work experience in the security industry, aviation screening, or as an X-ray technician.
•You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

TSA will only accept applications via USAJobs.com. To view the full description and apply online, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/34295900

Monday, April 29, 2013

Lt. Dan Band Benefit Concert - Curtis Hixon Park, 600 N. Ashley Drive, FL 33602 – May 10th 2013


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Thursday, April 25, 2013

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RTTEMPS/RNTEMPS – Travel ICU & Cath Lab Nurses

RTTEMPS/RNTEMPS – Travel ICU & Cath Lab Nurses



Seeking Travel ICU Nurses and Cath Lab Nurses, must be certified, and have 3-5 years’ experience.
Salary $40/hr

Previous travel experience is a PLUS! Work while you travel and see the country!! Previous travel experience is a PLUS!

These are 13 week travel assignments – We offer excellent benefits – such as travel reimbursements!!

We are seeking in these locations, but do have other hospitals all across the USA that are hiring.
Portsmouth, NH 03803
All areas in Texas
Please apply online.

Please submit resumes or contact us via email at: denise@rttemps.com. Visit our website at: http://www.rttemps.com.

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NOVA MOAA BANG Meeting - Falls Church, VA - April 24, 2013


2013 SAIGE Annual National Training Program - Spokane, WA - June 3-7, 2013


TSA – Program Specialist – Arlington, VA

TSA –  Program Specialist – Arlington, VA



Job Title: Program Specialist
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Transportation Security Administration

SALARY RANGE:
$48,891.00 to $75,752 / Per Year
Close Date: 4/26/13
Location: Arlington, VA

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Open to all U.S. Citizens.

JOB SUMMARY:
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.           
Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration, you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life.  In cities across the country, you would secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and/or public transit systems, thus protecting America's transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce. For additional information about our agency please visit http://www.tsa.gov/join/index

KEY REQUIREMENTS:
•You must possess U.S. Citizenship or be a U.S. National.
•You must complete a favorable Background Investigation (BI).
•You must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
DUTIES:
This Program Specialist position is located in the Business Management Office Division within the Office of Training and workforce Engagement (OTW), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). If selected, you will serve as an Information Technology (IT) point of contact for new equipment, email, and other IT accounts.  You will be working with the Office of Information Technology (OIT) in creating mailboxes, email accounts, and defining and reviewing software requirements.  You will be insuring proper implementation and/or compliance with systems policies, updates and upgrades as well as providing routine diagnostic support and assisting in identifying/defining systems requirements.  
Duties include:
Providing operational services support.  Responsible for space management utilization for workstations and serving as the key control officer and facility coordinator.  Assisting in maintaining accurate inventory asset information (e.g., serving as property custodian and assisting the Accountable Property Officer (APO) in updating user/equipment records.
•Reviewing specifications for procurement of new but established software to ensure compliance with security requirements at the systems or local area network (LAN) level.
•Providing recommendations and best practices into new and revised guidance initiated by the various program offices within TSA concerning IT operating systems and software.
•Ensuring new hires are provided with IT required equipment.  Requesting closeout of the TSA network, email and other accounts and returning IT equipment and wireless devices.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
To qualify for the SV-G Pay Band (equivalent to GS-11), you must have one year of specialized experience at the SV-F Pay Band or GS-9 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Such experience would include experience with information technology techniques, requirements, methods and procedures in creating email accounts, defining software requirements, resolving technical issues for employees or performing diagnostics and troubleshooting software and hardware problems;  managing space management utilization for workstations; or serving as the key control officer, property custodian, or facility coordinator.
OR Education: Completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a related field; or three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; or LL.M., if related.
OR Combining Education and experience: Combinations of successfully completed progressively higher level graduate education (beyond the second year) and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements, and may be computed by first determining the total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the band level; then determining the education as a percentage of the education required for the band level; and then adding the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent to qualify for the position.

TSA will only accept applications submitted via USAJobs. To view the full job description and apply online, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetail/432120700

TSA – General Engineer, VA

TSA –  General Engineer, VA


Job Title: General Engineer
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Transportation Security Administration

SALARY RANGE:
$59,634.00 to $112,689.00 / Per Year
Close Date: 5/3/13
Location: Arlington, VA

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Open to all U.S. Citizens.

JOB SUMMARY:
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.   
Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration, you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life.  In cities across the country, you would secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and/or public transit systems, thus protecting America's transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce. For additional information about our agency please visit http://www.tsa.gov/join/index

KEY REQUIREMENTS:
•You must possess U.S. Citizenship or be a U.S. National.
•You must complete a favorable Background Investigation (BI).
•You must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
DUTIES:
This General Engineer position is located in the Requirements and Systems Engineering Branch, Mission Analysis Division, Office of Security Capabilities (OSC), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). If you are selected, you will perform engineering activities to conceptualize, design, and integrate the next generation of commercial aviation security screening systems for deployment at the nation's airports. You will participate within a group of subject matter experts who collaborate on technical efforts with DHS Science and Technology, TSA program offices, external stakeholders, and contract support personnel.
Duties include:
Conducting studies and analyses to determine the feasibility of various advanced engineering approaches for future programs or resolving major challenging problems in current programs.
•Communicating complex engineering products and collaborating with OSC program offices, other branches within Mission Analysis, Office of Security Operations, and other stakeholders to ensure effective collaboration between the Requirements and Systems Engineering branch and other internal TSA organizations.
•Leading initiatives in support of the development of a risk-based framework that improves analysis of mission requirements, gaps and needed capabilities to support risk-based security.
•Developing detailed technical documentation required to support the procurement of security screening technologies and systems, identifying gaps between security capability needs and currently available technologies/processes/procedures and identifying and guiding technical initiatives to address those gaps.
The major duties described above reflect the full performance level of this position. Typically, the lower pay band (H Band) performs the same duties but will receive more guidance and training; and/or projects/work assignments may be less complex.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
In addition to the basic requirements, to qualify for the SV-H Pay Band (equivalent to GS-11/12), you must meet one of the qualification requirements (A, B, OR C) outlined below.
A. Experience: For those qualifying using experience, your application must clearly outline one year of specialized experience at the SV-G Pay Band or GS-9 in Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. Such experience would include applying engineering theories, principles, concepts, standards and methods to assist in engineering feasibility studies and analyses; participating in studies to assess or identify areas requiring new or revised policy guidelines.
OR B. Education: Completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in or in a related field; OR Three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree;
OR C. Combination of Education and Experience: Combinations of successfully completed graduate level education (beyond the second year) and experience may be used to meet total qualification requirements for this position, and may be computed by first determining your total qualifying experience as a percentage of the experience required for the band level; then determining your education as a percentage of the education required for the band level; and then adding the two percentages. The total percentages must equal at least 100 percent.

TSA will only accept applications submitted via USAJobs. To view the full job description and apply online, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetail/342128900

TSA – Supervisory Security Specialist SV-0080-J

TSA – Supervisory Security Specialist SV-0080-J



Job Title: Supervisory Security Specialist SV-0080-J
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Transportation Security Administration

SALARY RANGE:
$88,648.00 to $137,402.00 / Per Year
Close Date: 4/30/13
Location: Arlington, VA
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Open to all U.S. Citizens.

JOB SUMMARY:
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. 
Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration, you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life.  In cities across the country, you would secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and/or public transit systems, thus protecting America's transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce. For additional information about our agency please visit http://www.tsa.gov/join/index

KEY REQUIREMENTS:
•You must possess U.S. Citizenship or be a U.S. National.
•You must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance.
•You may be required to complete a one year Supervisory Probation Period.
•You must pass Drug and Alcohol Screening, subject to random drug tests. 
DUTIES:
This Supervisory Security Specialist position is located in the Personnel Security Section within the Security Branch of the Security Services and Assessments Division, Office of Law Enforcement/Federal Air Marshal Service (OLE/FAMS), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS). If selected, you will serve as an authority on the adjudication of personnel security cases and provide oversight for suitability and security adjudications for all TSA employees including contractors.  Duties include but are not limited to:
•Providing second level review for all adverse actions/determinations.
•Ensuring all staff within their respective unit receives the proper training and stay knowledgeable on changes in standards, policy and procedure.
•Maintaining liaisons with Office of Inspection (OOI), Office of Chief Counsel (OCC), and Office of Human Capital (OHC) Employee Relations on the processing of removals and other actions to ensure legal sufficiency.
•Preparing clear and concise policies, regulations, supplements, messages, briefings and oral presentations for all levels of the Division and for senior leadership and officials from within or outside TSA.
Supervisory/managerial duties will include planning both routine and complex work to be accomplished, assigning work, setting priorities and reviewing and evaluating work and performance of subordinates; coaching and developing employees; approving leave; taking, recommending or approving disciplinary actions; managing human resources, and applicable administrative policies and processes.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
To qualify for the SV-J Pay Band (equivalent to GS-14, you must have one year of specialized experience at the SV-I Pay Band or GS-13 in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and is typically in or related to the work of the position to be filled. Such experience includes:
•Applying Personnel Security policies, applicable legislation, statues, executive orders and other regulatory directives for suitability and security determinations;
•Applying suitability and security clearance due process;
•Preparing documentation to ensure agency compliance;
•Serving as a lead or providing expert consultation regarding personnel security issues.

You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

TSA will only accept applications submitted via USAJobs. To view the full job description and apply online, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetail/341767200

TSA – Executive Director, Labor/Employee Relations and Executive Programs

TSA – Executive Director, Labor/Employee Relations and Executive Programs



Job Title: Executive Director, Labor/Employee Relations and Executive Programs
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Transportation Security Administration

SALARY RANGE:
$119,554.00 to $179,700.00 / Per Year
Close Date: 5/6/13
Location: Transportation Security Executive Service (TSES) and is located in the Office of Human Capital (OHC) in Arlington, VA

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
Open to all U.S. Citizens.

JOB SUMMARY:
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.    
Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration, you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life.  In cities across the country, you would secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and/or public transit systems, thus protecting America's transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce. For additional information about our agency please visit http://www.tsa.gov/join/index

KEY REQUIREMENTS:
•You must possess U.S. Citizenship or be a U.S. National.
•You must complete a favorable Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI).
•You must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Secret Clearance.
•You must pass Drug and Alcohol Screening, subject to random drug tests.    
DUTIES:
As the Executive Director, a key OHC leader, you will report to the Assistant Administrator (AA) and Deputy Assistant Administrator (DAA) of OHC, who provides general and broad guidance on overall agency policy and long-range goals and objectives.  You will perform work on behalf of, and in support of, the AA and will be given wide latitude in the exercises of your responsibilities, using a high level of analytical expertise and exercising seasoned judgment when carrying out your duties and responsibilities.  You will provide strategic direction for the development, implementation, performance, and accountability of extremely high-profile, sensitive and highly complex organizational programs and policies including executive resources management, employee relations, collective bargaining and the development of the requirements for HR servicing of the future.  Programs require executive level command and strategic approaches and may be precedent setting for TSA and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as a whole.  You will be responsible for leading, administering, coordinating, and overseeing all aspects of the programs within your area of responsibility to include directing and overseeing, tasking, tracking, measuring performance, and reporting on major programs and projects.  You will be responsible for assuring  that any programs administered, developed and implemented support TSA's mission, vision, goals, and strategic objectives and are in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, rules, policies, and procedures.  You will provide collaboration and partnership with Program Offices and with the Divisions overseen in order to further improve OHC products and service delivery.  You will ensure that these efforts reflect industry and government-based best practices; the effective and efficient use of business planning strategies; and development of effective performance indicators and program performance management criteria.  The Executive Director will apply expert analysis and seasoned judgment to fully recognize all relevant issues; analyze all applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and precedents; and recommend a sound approach that encompasses the full spectrum of available alternatives and outcomes.  The position has TSA wide impact and influence, with national impact and scope.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
To qualify for this position, you must have one year of specialized experience at a level close to the level of the work of this job that has given you the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities required for successful performance.  You would typically gain this experience by working within this field or a field of work that is closely related.  Such experience includes providing strategic direction for the development, implementation, performance, and accountability of human capital programs.
As a basic requirement, applicants must demonstrate progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level managerial capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined in the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section of the Job Opportunity Announcement.  Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the equivalent of the GS-15 grade level in the Federal service or its equivalent with state and local government, the private sector, or non-governmental organizations.  Failure to meet this basic qualification requirement and all executive and technical qualification factors automatically disqualifies an applicant.

You must meet the qualification requirements of this position no later than the closing date of the job opportunity announcement.

TSA will only accept applications submitted via USAJobs. To view the full job description and apply online, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetail/342190900

TSA – Female Transportation Security Officer (TSO) – Vernal, Utah

TSA – Female  Transportation Security Officer (TSO) – Vernal, Utah



TSA – Female Transportation Security Officer (TSO)
Job Title: Transportation Security Officer (TSO)
Department: Department Of Homeland Security
Agency: Transportation Security Administration

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Open to All U.S. Citizens
This position is located at Vernal/Uintah County Airport in Vernal, Utah.
Close date: 5/17/13

JOB SUMMARY:
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.
Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life. In cities, towns, and country-sides across the nation, you will be on the front line of the Department of Homeland Security's TSA team as they secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and public transit systems, thus protecting our transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce. For additional information about our agency, please visit http://www.tsa.gov/join/index.shtm
Realistic Job Preview:  The Realistic Job Preview gives you an honest, objective and vivid portrait of what it means to work as a Transportation Security Officer (TSO).  Many TSO applicants are not aware of the real requirements of the job. The Realistic Job Preview provides employee testimonies about both the good and the challenging aspects of being a TSO. To view the Transportation Security Officer (TSO) Realistic Job Preview video, please visit http://www.realisticjobpreview.net/tsa_final.htm

JOB DESCRIPTION:

**TSA may apply a gender-specific (male or female) hiring preference to fill TSO positions in order to meet security mission and same gender pat-down job-related requirements. At airport locations where it is necessary to apply the hiring preference, candidates of the needed gender will be provided preference in the scheduling of the computer based aptitude test, airport assessments, processing and selection.**

***At this time, this airport is only seeking qualified female candidates to meet mission related staffing needs.  The applications of male candidates will be accepted but not considered until staffing needs change. ***

Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) provide security and protection of air travelers, airports and aircraft in a courteous and professional manner. This includes:
•Operating screening equipment to identify dangerous objects in baggage, cargo and on passengers, and preventing those objects from being transported onto aircraft;
•Performing searches, to include hand-wand and pat-down searches;
•Controlling terminal entry and exit points;
•Interacting with the public, giving directions and responding to inquiries;
•Maintaining focus and awareness while working in a stressful environment which includes noise from alarms, machinery and people, crowd distractions, time pressure, and disruptive and angry passengers, in order to preserve the professional ability to identify and locate potentially life threatening or mass destruction devices, and to make effective decisions in both crisis and routine situations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:
•    Pass a background investigation including a credit and criminal check
•    Pass a Drug Screening and Medical Evaluation
•    No default on $7,500 or more in delinquent debt (but for some bankruptcies)
•    No delinquent Federal or State taxes or past due child support payments
•    Selective Service registration required
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Applicants must meet these qualifications in order to be further evaluated in the TSO hiring process:
•Be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National at time of application submission;
•Be at least 18 years of age at time of application submission;
•Be proficient in the English language (i.e., able to read, write, speak, and listen);
•Have a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) credential OR at least one year of full-time work experience in the security industry, aviation screening, or as an X-ray technician.
•You must meet the qualification requirements for this position no later than the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

TSA will only accept applications via USAJobs.com. To view the full description and apply online, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/341965600