Government Information Specialist (Senior Analyst)

Implements legislative/executive directives relative to Agency privacy and disclosure policies/processes.

Manages SSA’s disclosure regulations, including drafting revisions and amendments to the regulations, coordinating component clearances, and responding to comments from the public as necessary.

Provides expert advice and recommendations to Agency staff/leadership on privacy and disclosure issues and their integration into Agency business processes.

Directs the monitoring of major SSA initiatives, such as Disability Service Improvement and the Agency’s Internet site, for any privacy, information access,

(Cont'd) or disclosure policy implications may require the development of new policy or documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Plans, conducts and oversees a broad range of analyses of highly complex privacy and disclosure policy issues having Agency-wide impact.

Represents and speaks for the Division Director and Head when working as part of a committee or workgroup.

Designs and implements special studies and projects relative to significant disclosure issues.

Coordinates and provides consultative and advisory services to officials from other SSA components, other government agencies, and representatives of public and private organizations.

Evaluates the effect of/advises on technological advances and their impact on privacy policy.

Develops ways to assure the public can confidently deal with the Agency in electronic applications. (e.g., Internet/Intranet/Extranet, government Privacy Seals).

Substitution is not applicable at this grade level.

(1) Eligibility will be based on your claim under the ELIGIBILITY section at the beginning of the online questionnaire,

in addition to your responses to Assessment Question #1 (Federal Status) and Question #2 (Federal Performance Appraisal). Only applicants who meet eligibility requirements will be evaluated. (2) If rated 'eligible' you will receive a score based on your responses to the online experience questions.

Applicants will be rated based on the following knowledge, skills, and abilities: Skill in handling sensitive, complex, and high-profile privacy and disclosure issues and initiatives, as well as developing and maintaining privacy-related regulations, policies, and procedures. - 12 max points Knowledge of federal statutes, mandates, and policies governing agency disclosure and privacy compliance requirements and initiatives. - 12 max points Ability to develop, manage, and track policy and emerging trends related to privacy and disclosure issues throughout the Agency. - 12 max points Ability to lead ad hoc teams or workgroups. - 12 max points Ability to analyze issues and present ideas and recommendations both orally and in writing. - 12 max points Skill in building relationships with internal and external partners. - 12 max points Ability to review technology business process descriptions, documents, policies, and related artifacts for privacy and disclosure issues, risk mitigation, and compliance. - 12 max points TOTAL POSSIBLE POINTS = 84 Please make sure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your evaluation. To preview the questions, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12962618

This is a non-bargaining unit position to be filled under the provisions of the Management Officials Promotion Plan. The best-qualified list for this vacancy may be used to fill the same or similar positions in a component under Law & Policy. Additional selections may be made within 6 months of the date the best qualified list is issued.

LOCALITY PAY: Base Salary shown GS-14 step 1 $107,446 to GS-14 step 10 $139,684. Actual salary will be set in accordance with locality pay provisions. For information on locality pay rates please visit: OPM 2026 General Schedule (GS) Locality Pay Tables Candidates currently receiving a higher locality pay than the office applied for are advised that should they be selected, they will lose entitlement to the higher locality pay.

OTHER NOTES: This is a non-bargaining unit position. Telework may be available in accordance with Agency policy. Relocation expenses will not be paid. This is a high-risk public trust position. The selected employee will be required to complete a Standard Form 85P, Questionnaire for Public Trust Positions, in order to have the appropriate investigation conducted, unless the employee has been previously certified eligible to occupy a position at this level.

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: - your performance and conduct; - the needs and interests of the agency; - whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and - whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exception from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.

Please read the entire announcement and all the instructions before you begin an application.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to include all information needed to evaluate your qualifications and determine if you meet the requirements for the position. If there is insufficient information or if you do not include all of the required documents you will be found ineligible. This office will not solicit for additional information. To apply for this position, you must complete the initial online application, to include submission of the required documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. The application process is as follows: Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. When answering the questionnaire, remember that your experience is subject to verification by the selecting official.

You may be asked to provide specific examples or documentation of experience to support your answers, or you may be required to verify a response by a practical demonstration of your claimed ability to perform a task. Notice Concerning Materially False, Fictitious, or Fraudulent Statements Anything you claim in the occupational questionnaire or in your SSA-45 may be subject to verification. By completing the electronic application process, you are certifying that any statements you make are true, complete, and correct to the best of your knowledge and belief and are made in good faith.

Materially false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or representations are subject to disciplinary action. To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: A Resume (2 pages limit) (SSA employees may submit an SSA-45). SSA-45 must be uploaded as "OTHER (1)" under supporting documents.

The Occupational Questionnaire: Click on the Apply Online button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account and follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Additional Required Documents, if applicable (See Required Documents section).

You may update your application, including supporting documentation, at any time during the announcement open period by returning to your USAJOBS account. There you will find a record of your application, the application status, and an option to Update Application. This option will no longer be available once the announcement has closed.

The complete Application Package must be submitted before 11:59 p.m. (EST) on 05/22/2026. Failure to upload any required documents will disqualify your application from consideration. To verify the status of your application both during and after the announcement open period, log into your USAJOBS account.

All of your applications will appear on the Welcome page. The application record in your USAJOBS account provides an Additional Application Information page that provides information regarding the documentation you submitted and any correspondence we have sent related to this application. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated.

For information on what each Application Status means, visit https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/. If you use assistive software or an adaptive device, or you are experiencing some other type of technical difficulty and/or otherwise require assistance with the application process, please contact Careers at SSA at [email protected]. Individuals with hearing or speech disabilities may use the listed email or 7-1-1 for TTY-based Telecommunications Relay Services to call the listed phone number.

Additional Telecommunications Relay Services options are available in each state: https://www.fcc.gov/general/trs-state-and-territories Due to our security procedures, our office will not accept any applications submitted via email, standard mail, or facsimile sent directly to the Servicing Personnel Office. Applicants are required to file through the online application process. The email address is listed only for inquiries about the position or the How to Apply process.

Resume (2-page) - all applicants SF-50 - all current and former federal employees - read requirements below Federal Performance Appraisal - all current and former federal employees (see below) Vet documents - applicants without competitive status claiming VEOA-eligibility ICTAP documents -- if claimed Military Spouse documents -- if claimed RESUMES must include: your name and contact information employer name full-time or part-time hours worked per week full start and stop dates (month/day/year) for each position your grade and pay scale (for all federal positions) and clear description of the duties performed that relate to the experience required for this position If you no longer hold a position it must show an ending date For additional information see: What to include in your resume Experience statements (i.e., duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire) copied from this announcement and pasted into your resume will not be considered as a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. SF-50 If you are a current or former Federal employee, you must submit a Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) that that reflects your grade/step, possession of time-in-grade (e.g. a Within-Grade Increase or Promotion/Reassignment dated more than one year ago), and career or career-conditional tenure in the competitive service. Current SSA employees are not required to submit an SF-50.

If you are a former Federal employee with reinstatement eligibility, you must also submit your separation SF-50 showing your separation was not for performance or conduct reasons. PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL If you are a current Federal employee, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal.

You must also include an explanation if you have changed agencies and have not yet received a performance appraisal from your new agency. If you are a new Federal employee who has not yet received a performance rating, you must upload an explanation. Current SSA employees and VEOA applicants are not required to submit performance appraisals.

NOTE: If you are a current Federal employee (non-SSA) applying under VEOA, you must submit a performance appraisal or explanation(s) as required above. VETERANS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ACT (VEOA) The Veterans Employment Opportunities Act (VEOA) includes those eligible for veterans' preference OR have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after 3 or more years of continuous service, including veterans who were separated shortly before completing the required 3-year period. For more information visit the Vet Guide.

If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your military discharge certificate (DD-214 member 4 copy preferred) or an official statement of service from your command if you are currently on active duty. To be acceptable, the document must contain dates and show Character of Service. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference based on a service-connected disability, you must also submit an Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference (SF 15) and the required documentation specified on the reverse of the SF-15.

Preference will be granted based on the documents received. If you are a current active duty military member who does not have a DD-214 and are claiming preference under the Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW) Act, you must submit certification from the Armed Forces indicating that you will be discharged or released under honorable conditions from active duty within 120 days of the date on the certification. Certifications must be on letterhead from the appropriate military branch and include military dates of service and expected discharge or release date, type of discharge, and character of service.

Certifications must be signed by the military personnel office, unit commanders, or higher headquarters.

NOTE: If you are a current Federal employee eligible under VEOA, you are subject to the time-in-grade requirement and must submit an SF-50 as required above. MILITARY SPOUSE - See USAJOBS Help Center | Military Spouses -- submit marriage certificate and proof that your spouse is still an active-duty member of the military. INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (ICTAP): ICTAP provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority for competitive service vacancies.

To receive selection priority, candidates must meet the requirements as described in the vacancy announcement. Candidates must also provide: proof of eligibility with your application. Such proof may include a copy of your written notification of ICTAP eligibility or a copy of your separation Notice of Personnel Action, (SF-50); and proof of your most recent performance rating of at least "fully successful" (Level III) or equivalent.

For more information visit http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp.