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Emergency Management Specialist
Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency for DC
Pretrial Services Agency
Division of Defendant Engagement and System Support- Office of Administrative Services
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Pretrial Services Agency for the District of Columbia is looking for a motivated individual to lead the Agency's emergency planning, preparedness, response, and continuity of operations programs. If you are an individual that enjoys recommending effective systems and procedures, resolving critical operational challenges, developing innovative approaches for Agency-wide adoption, and ensuring all emergency actions align with policies and regulatory requirements, then this job is for you!
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Summary
Pretrial Services Agency for the District of Columbia is looking for a motivated individual to lead the Agency's emergency planning, preparedness, response, and continuity of operations programs. If you are an individual that enjoys recommending effective systems and procedures, resolving critical operational challenges, developing innovative approaches for Agency-wide adoption, and ensuring all emergency actions align with policies and regulatory requirements, then this job is for you!
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Overview
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Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DC
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $121,785 - $158,322 per year Pay scale & grade
GS 13
Promotion potential 13
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Moderate Risk (MR)
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number 27-05(DE) Control number 888773500
This job is open to
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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United States Citizens
Duties
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As an Emergency Management Specialist, you will:
well as develop and present training to diverse audiences in PSA emergency management programs.
Requirements
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Conditions of employment
Bargaining Unit Status and chapter: Not Covered, AFGE Local 1456
This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies
This is not a law enforcement position
Conditions of Employment
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period, if not already completed.
All applicants are subject to a comprehensive criminal background investigation and required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choice.
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, you must meet the specialized experience requirement below.
To qualify at the GS-13 level, you must possess one year of specialized experience guiding emergency planning, preparedness and response, and continuity of operations programs for an Agency. This includes recommending systems and procedures, resolving critical problems that arise, developing new approaches to be followed by others, and ensuring the Agency's emergency response is managed in accordance with applicable regulations and policies.
NOTE: Your resume must clearly show the specialized experience related to this position. Failure to demonstrate how you possess the experience requirements will result in an "Ineligible" rating.
Education
There is no education substitution for specialized experience at this grade level.
Additional information
If you are an eligible Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) applicant as defined by 5 CFR § 330.702, you may apply for special selection over other applicants for this position. The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) provides eligible displaced Federal competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. Click The Employee's Guide to Career Transition for more information on ICTAP eligibility.
If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you should attach a copy of your DD-214 (unedited long version) or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must attach an SF-15, "Application for 10-point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form.
All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review in our office, in other Federal agency personnel offices, and on OPM's web site at OPM Qualification Standards .
In accordance with Executive Order 14170 and the Merit Hiring Plan guidance issued by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, applicants for this position are invited to respond to four essay questions. These questions are designed to provide you with an opportunity to share your commitment to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution, as well as your dedication to public service. While your responses are not required and will not be scored, we encourage you to thoughtfully address each question. Please provide a response of 200 words or less to each question. You will be asked to certify that you are using your own words and did not use a consultant or artificial intelligence (AI) such as a large language model (LLM) like ChatGPT or Copilot. Click here to review the questionshttps://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13087738.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your rating will be based on your responses to the job specific information provided in your resume. Your resume must clearly show how you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below. Failure to demonstrate how you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities will result in a rating of "Qualified" by the rating panel.
Knowledge of emergency management principles and requirements.
Skill in developing and implementing effective emergency systems and procedures.
Ability to provide strategic guidance and expert recommendations to senior leadership on emergency management priorities, emerging risks, and operational improvement.
Once the application process is completed, your application will be reviewed to ensure you meet the job requirements. You will be evaluated on the extent and quality of your experience, education and training. If you meet the basic qualification requirements, your resume will be forwarded to a panel for rating. Category Rating will be used to evaluate applicants using the following categories to further determine which applicants will be referred to the selecting official for final consideration.
Best Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that demonstrates a superior level on all evaluation criteria.
Well Qualified: Applicants possessing a background that demonstrates a satisfactory level on evaluation criteria.
Qualified: Applicants possessing the specialized experience described above.
Application of Veterans' Preference: Category rating and selection procedures place those with veterans' preference above non-veterans within each category. Veterans who meet the eligibility and qualification requirements, and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10% are listed in the highest quality category (Best Qualified), except when the position being filled is scientific or professional at the GS-9 grade level or higher.
Benefits
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required documents
Required Documents
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To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Your resume listing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment, duties performed and salary information. Only resumes up to a total of 2 pages will be accepted. Applicants with resumes exceeding 2 pages will be removed from consideration. Resumes must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility, minimum qualifications and other position requirements listed in the job announcement.
Other supporting documents:
ICTAP Applicants: To be considered under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP), applicants must submit all required documentation at the time of application and must be determined to be well-qualified for the position. Required documentation includes:
Proof of ICTAP eligibility (displacement) which must include one of the following:
an SF-50 documenting a Reduction in Force (RIF) action, certification of expected separation, Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice, ora notice of proposed removal for declining a directed reassignment or transfer of function outside the local commuting area; and
An SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) documenting your current or most recent position, grade level and duty location; and
Your most recent performance appraisal, reflecting a rating of at least Fully Successful (or equivalent).
Only applicants who meet both ICTAP eligibility requirements and the well-qualified standard will be considered for selection priority. Failure to submit all required documents may result in a determination that you are not eligible for ICTAP consideration.
Only send documentation as requested/required by this announcement and that directly supports your qualifications for this position.
How to Apply
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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 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date (10/28/2026) to receive consideration.
Only resumes up to a total of 2 pages will be accepted. Applicants with resumes exceeding 2 pages will be removed from consideration. Resumes must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility, minimum qualifications and other position requirements listed in the job announcement.
Agency contact information
Nehdene Williams
Phone (202) 220-5681 Email Nehdene.Williams@psa.gov Address Office of Administrative Services
633 Indiana Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20004
US
Next steps
Once the on-line application and supporting documents are received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
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To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Your resume listing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment, duties performed and salary information. Only resumes up to a total of 2 pages will be accepted. Applicants with resumes exceeding 2 pages will be removed from consideration. Resumes must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility, minimum qualifications and other position requirements listed in the job announcement.
Other supporting documents:
ICTAP Applicants: To be considered under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP), applicants must submit all required documentation at the time of application and must be determined to be well-qualified for the position. Required documentation includes:
Proof of ICTAP eligibility (displacement) which must include one of the following:
an SF-50 documenting a Reduction in Force (RIF) action, certification of expected separation, Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice, ora notice of proposed removal for declining a directed reassignment or transfer of function outside the local commuting area; and
An SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) documenting your current or most recent position, grade level and duty location; and
Your most recent performance appraisal, reflecting a rating of at least Fully Successful (or equivalent).
Only applicants who meet both ICTAP eligibility requirements and the well-qualified standard will be considered for selection priority. Failure to submit all required documents may result in a determination that you are not eligible for ICTAP consideration.
Only send documentation as requested/required by this announcement and that directly supports your qualifications for this position.
How to Apply
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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 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date (10/28/2026) to receive consideration.
Only resumes up to a total of 2 pages will be accepted. Applicants with resumes exceeding 2 pages will be removed from consideration. Resumes must be legible so they can be reviewed for eligibility, minimum qualifications and other position requirements listed in the job announcement.
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Agency contact information
Nehdene Williams
Phone (202) 220-5681 Email Nehdene.Williams@psa.gov Address Office of Administrative Services
633 Indiana Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20004
US
Next steps
Once the on-line application and supporting documents are received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.
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Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Pretrial Services Agency
A Leader in the D.C. Criminal Justice Community!
PSA is a Federal agency that assists judicial officers in both the Superior Court of the District of Columbia and the United States District Court for the District of Columbia by conducting a risk assessment for every arrested person who is presented in court, identifying detention eligibility and formulating recommendations for release conditions, as appropriate. PSA's recommendations are based upon the arrestee's criminal history, drug use and/or mental health information, and relevant demographic information.
For defendants who are placed on conditional release pending trial, PSA provides proper supervision, and risk mitigation services intended to reasonably assure that the defendants return to court and do not engage in criminal activity pending their trial and/or sentencing.
PSA's vision is to improve public safety and serve the community through data-driven decision making by a committed workforce that provides evidence-based pretrial supervision and support services.
PSA uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
You are encouraged to read the entire announcement before you submit your application package to ensure that you receive full consideration.
Agency contact information
Nehdene Williams
Phone (202) 220-5681 Email Nehdene.Williams@psa.gov Address Office of Administrative Services
633 Indiana Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20004
US
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Summary
Pretrial Services Agency for the District of Columbia is looking for a motivated individual to lead the Agency's emergency planning, preparedness, response, and continuity of operations programs. If you are an individual that enjoys recommending effective systems and procedures, resolving critical operational challenges, developing innovative approaches for Agency-wide adoption, and ensuring all emergency actions align with policies and regulatory requirements, then this job is for you!
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DC
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $121,785 - $158,322 per year Pay scale & grade
GS 13
Promotion potential 13
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Position sensitivity and risk Moderate Risk (MR)
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number 27-05(DE) Control number 888773500
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