About This Position
The Supervisory Security Specialist (Branch Chief) provides leadership and oversight of the Judiciary's nationwide physical security program, advancing Judicial Conference policies and the priorities of the Committee on Judicial Security. The position directs policy development, manages security initiatives and resources, leads professional staff, and coordinates with courts and key partners including the U.S. Marshals Service, Federal Protective Service, and General Services Administration.
Qualifications
Applicants must have demonstrated experience as listed below. This requirement is according to the AO Classification, Compensation, and Recruitment Systems which include interpretive guidance and reference to the OPM Operating Manual for Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions. Specialized Experience: Applicants must have at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position.
Specialized experience must demonstrate experience in ALL areas defined below: Leading and managing a team of physical security professionals. Planning, developing, and evaluating security programs to ensure program operations meet established interagency security committee standards. Developing and implementing national policies, standards, and countermeasures to address evolving threats.
Collaborating with interagency partners and local, state, and federal public safety and security agencies.
Major Duties
The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts (AO), Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Facilities and Security Office (FSO), Judiciary Security Division (JSD) is seeking a dynamic, high energy, exceptional leader to serve as Supervisory Security Specialist (Branch Chief) of the Physical Security Branch (PSD).
This position reports to the Deputy Chief of JSD. The JSD provides subject matter expertise to the Judicial Conference (JCUS) and serves as staff to the Judicial Conference Security Committee, including supporting the JCUS in their development of security priorities for the Judicial Branch. The PSD assists the Unites States Marshal Service (USMS) and other government agencies appropriated for the procurement, installation, and maintenance of security equipment and protective services for the United States Courts.
The duties of this position include, but are not limited to: Advancing the Judiciary's nationwide physical security program in accordance with JCUS policies, and in alignment with the initiatives and priorities of the JCUS Committee on Judicial Security and the Judiciary's Vulnerability Management Program. Directing and overseeing the Judiciary's physical security program and developing and implementing national policies, standards, and countermeasures to address evolving threats. Leading and mentoring a team of highly skilled physical security professionals; and ensuring effective performance, professional development, and alignment with mission objectives.
Serving as the primary liaison with the USMS, Federal Protective Service, and General Services Administration, resolving complex project challenges, and ensuring seamless execution of courthouse security initiatives nationwide. Providing expert guidance to the Judiciary, Administrative Office leadership, and Judicial Conference committees on security risks, policy development, and programmatic priorities. Establishing long- and short-term goals for the security program, collaborating with Resource Management staff to oversee a multi-million-dollar budget, and contributing to the formulation of the annual court security appropriation.
Coordinating directly with judges, Probation and Pretrial Services, Federal Defenders, and Judiciary Security Officers to address security concerns, deconflict competing requirements, and drive timely project completion. Representing the Judiciary at professional conferences, interagency working groups, national security forums, and advancing the Judiciary's interests and sharing subject-matter expertise. Developing and disseminating policies, guidance, and training opportunities to courts nationwide to strengthen awareness and compliance with physical security programs.
Acting on behalf of the JSD Chief or Deputy Chief in meetings, ensuring alignment of branch activities with the Judiciary's overall mission and strategic objectives.
Conditions of Employment
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT All information is subject to verification. Applicants are advised that false answers or omissions of information on application materials or inability to meet the following conditions may be grounds for non-selection, withdrawal of an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed. Selection for this position is contingent upon completion of OF-306, Declaration of Federal Employment during the pre-employment process and proof of U.S. citizenship for competitive status positions or conversion to a competitive status position with the AO.
If non-citizens are considered for hire into a temporary or any other position with non-competitive status or when it is confirmed by the AO Human Resources Office there are no qualified U.S. citizens for a competitive status position (unless prohibited by a law or statue), non-citizens must provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. and proof of entitlement to receive compensation. Additional information on the employment of non-citizens can be found at USAJOBS Help Center | Employment of non-citizens/. For a list of documents that may be used to provide proof of citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, please refer to Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.
All new AO employees will be required to complete an FBI fingerprint-based national criminal database and records check and pass a public trust suitability check. New employees to the AO will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights/responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/.
All new AO employees are required to identify a financial institution for direct deposit of pay before appointment.
You will be required to serve a trial period if selected for a first-time appointment to the Federal government, transferring from another Federal agency, or serving as a first-time supervisor. Failure to successfully complete the trial period may result in termination of employment. If appointed to a temporary position, management may have the discretion of converting the position to permanent depending upon funding and staffing allocation.
Education
This position does not require education to qualify.
How You Will Be Evaluated
We will review your resume and supporting documentation and compare this information to your responses on the occupational questionnaire to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for this job. If you meet the minimum qualifications for this job, we will evaluate your application package, to assess the quality, depth, and complexity of your accomplishments, experience, and education as they relate to the requirements listed in this vacancy announcement. You should be aware that your ratings are subject to evaluation and verification.
If a determination is made that you have rated yourself higher than is supported by your resume and/or narrative responses, you will be assigned a rating commensurate to your described experience. Failure to submit the mandatory narrative responses will result in not receiving full consideration and/or rating credit. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you, withdrawing an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed.
Additional Information
The AO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 03/25/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application.
Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents.
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Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application.
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Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12904410
Required Documents
For this job announcement the following documents and/or information are required: Resume - Any written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications. Citizenship - Include country of citizenship on resume. Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) - All applicants outside of the AO must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 to verify current or former Federal employment status.
Veterans Preference documentation - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214), if applicable Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference (SF-15) and an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces, certifying to the veteran's present receipt of compensation.