Records and Information Management Specialist in Washington, District Of Columbia

Summary This position is in the Infrastructure Operations (IO), Records and Privacy (R&P). R&P oversees the protection, access, and disclosure of GAO information assets. The incumbent will perform assignments focused on evaluating the effectiveness of GAO records policies, program and operation in the maintenance, retention and disposition of records in all media for GAO. Responsibilities As a Records and Information Management Specialist, PT-0308-3, your typical work assignments may include the following: Administers the agency Records and Information Management (RIM) program. Formulates RIM policy, develop plans for policy implementation and assess records management tools. Manages the revision and updates of the records retention schedules. Serves as the agency representative on issues related to records and information management in negotiations with the National Archives during each revision cycle. Advises management on developments in the records management field. Develops and conducts RIM quality control reviews, compliance audits, risk assessments and surveys to measure effectiveness of electronic systems and program improvement. Formulates RIM policy, develop plans for policy implementation, and provide governance on the use of records management tools to ensure best practices and compliance with federal statutes. Oversees the Records and Privacy training program by creating, conducting or coordinating training for all GAO staff. Provides advice and guidance to records liaisons, custodians, and customers on records lifecycle requirements and functionality in all media and formats. Serves as the project manager and team leader on a variety of records management projects dealing with matrix initiatives, cleanup projects and electronic and physical records processing and dispositions. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must meet all qualification requirements before the announcement closes. 1. You must be a U.S. citizen. 2. You may be required to submit a financial disclosure statement. 3. You must be suitable for federal employment. 4. Registered for Selective Service, if applicable. (www.sss.gov). 5. Completion of a probationary period may be required. Qualifications Minimum Qualification Requirements One year (52 Weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the NEXT LOWER BAND, PT-II, PE-IIA, CS-II or GS-13 grade level in the Federal service or equivalent. Specialized experience is defined as experience 1) monitoring, tracking, and assessing an organization’s compliance with records and information management (RIM) regulations; (2) conducting RIM quality control reviews and compliance audits (3) leading projects for process improvements to strengthen compliance and (4) analyzing an organization’s procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education There is no education requirement for this position. Additional Information Form I-9, Employment Verification and the Electronic Eligibility Verification Program – GAO participates in the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers. If selected, the Form I-9 will be required at the time of in-processing. Click here for more information about E-Verify and to obtain a copy of the Form I-9. This is not a bargaining unit position. Based on the staffing needs, additional selections may be made through this vacancy announcement. Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid for by the GAO. Males born after 12/31/59 and at least 18 years of age must be registered with the Selective Service System. Visit https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx. Selectees will be required to complete questions contained on the Declaration for Federal Employment (OF-306) at the time a tentative job offer is made. If selected, at the time of appointment, selectees will be required to update the OF-306. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: GAO provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request accommodation, please email ReasonableAccommodations@gao.gov.The U.S. Government Accountability Office’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The U.S. Government Accountability Office’s policy is to provide equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The U.S. GAO is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such, all positions are in the excepted service. Initial appointments, permanent or indefinite, to the GAO require completion of a one or two-year probationary period.