Records and Information Management Specialist

The primary purpose of this position is to manage the installation's records/information management and forms and publications program as well as assist with the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA) program. The records management work involves the creation, dissemination, research, storage and disposition of Federal records.

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions.

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems.

Examples of specialized experience includes applying legislation, DoD regulations, and AF policies governing Records and Information Management; implementing information management guidance on behalf of the Installation Commander and tenant units assigned to an installation; and establishing local processes and procedures to ensure the stakeholders understand the records life cycle and how information is disseminated, transferred, disposed, stored, and/or staged based upon established guidelines.

Successfully completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B or J.D. in a field which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the work of the position.

NOTE:

You must submit copies of your college transcripts.

Less than the full amount of specialized experience described in the job opportunity announcement; however, and have at least one year of progressively higher level graduate education, but have not obtained a master's or equivalent graduate degree. Therefore, have a combination of experience and education.

NOTE:

You must submit a copy of transcripts.

Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.

NOTE:

Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

• 1. Knowledge of the Record and Information Management Program, applicable Federal and Public Laws/Executive Orders/DOD Directives/Air Force Instructions, and National Archives and Records Administration guidelines and polices governing life-cycle management of records to include electronic records and information;
• 2. Knowledge of RIM principles, policies and guidance to operate storage/staging facility and conduct staff assistance visits.
• 3. Knowledge of applicable legislation, DoD regulations, and AF policy as it relates to the, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Privacy Act (PA).
• 4. Knowledge of the FOIA and PA legal exemptions process, procedures, and guidelines for federal agencies.
• 5. Skill to use operating system software, database concepts, and peripheral storage devices associated with management installation RIM program.
• 6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and the ability to plan, direct, manage and organize work and meet deadlines.

Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, Ameri Corps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.