Security Assistant 2 - DCS (Remote)

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Company: Protection Strategies, Inc.

Location: Rockville, MD (Remote)

Who We Are:

At Protection Strategies, Inc. (PSI), a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, we engage with industry professionals to provide top-tier security solutions and personnel security expertise for the U.S. Government. Our mission is to safeguard our clients' interests with integrity and innovation, reshaping the landscape of security.

Why PSI?:

Become part of a dedicated team that values people first and believes in making a meaningful impact. We offer cutting-edge solutions that promote safety and protect critical infrastructure. Your hard work will be recognized in our mission-driven culture.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine
• Financial Support: 401(K) Retirement Plan, Tuition Assistance, Disability Products
• Wellness Programs: Employee Assistance, GoodRx, Commuter Benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA + HRA

Position Overview:

Responsible for processing background check requests for potential sponsors of unaccompanied children. They receive background check requests (both fingerprint and child abuse and neglect), work with respective federal or state agencies to compile existing information. Coordination of the delivery of that information to the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) or ACF designee. They are responsible for timely email request responses and coordination, as well as evaluating various database searches for potential sponsor information. They are expected to serve in an advisory capacity to the SAI's based on their additional experience. This Ready Reserve position involves a comprehensive hiring process, including interviews with both PSI and the specific Program Manager or Team Lead, along with a background check and drug screen for Protection Strategies, Inc. Successful candidates will be placed on a Ready Reserve List and considered for placement as vacancies arise. There is not an open position at this time.

There are two primary areas that SAI's will work in:

• Sponsor Checks
• Child Abuse and Neglect Checks.

Sponsor Checks focus primarily on matching received request paperwork with Special Agency

Check (SAC) results received from OPM (Office of Personnel Management), and then opening, processing, and closing cases in an Office of Security and Strategic Information (OSSI) electronic database. There is considerable follow up with OPM, ACF personnel, and ACF designees.

Child Abuse and Neglect Checks (CA/N) focus primarily on receiving requests and coordinating with state child protective services to receive CA/N records for potential sponsors.

There is considerable follow up with OPM, ACF personnel, and ACF designees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate Sponsor Checks and/or Child Abuse and Neglect Checks on potential sponsors of Unaccompanied Children via already existent OSSI-established procedures
• Interface with the respective Federal and State-level Criminal History and/or Child Protective Services agencies throughout the U.S., ACF personnel and designees, and other OSSI staff, as well as OSSI customers
• Produce graphical and written reports on findings and statistics.
• Present OSSI/DCS procedures in a classroom setting, via conference call or web demonstration to DCS customers, ACF personnel or designees, and other federal partners.
• This position will require less than 5% out of state travel a year to provide or participate in care provider site visits and state agency visits to provide training presentations or other assistance as needed.
• Overcome obstacles and accomplish the mission of obtaining timely, accurate child abuse and neglect checks on sponsor applicants of Unaccompanied Children.
• Serve as mentor/senior advisors to Junior Case Management Specialists
• Serve as main points of contact for the government requests for information relating to the processes and procedures in DCS
• Customer-friendly service skills - especially in communication to overcoming obstacles
• Prepare technical reports summarizing investigative findings
• Manage large amounts of information
• Conduct necessary research on policies and procedures regarding state Child Protective Services Checks -Child Abuse and Neglect Checks as appropriate
• Receive and prepare written responses and/or processes requests for information
• Preference for familiarity with Spanish and/or willingness to learn
• Must be sensitive to other cultures and ethnic groups
• Motivated, self-starter, able to work independently with limited supervision, and overcome obstacles.
• Case Load Management: Independently handling and managing your own case load efficiently.
  • Communication with ORR Facility Team: Maintaining open and effective communication with team members at the ORR facility.
• Cases:
  • Opening new cases.
  • Processing cases.
  • Closing cases.
• Weekly Follow-ups:
  • Conducting weekly follow-ups on existing cases to ensure they are up-to-date.
  • Monitoring cases closely to ensure timely and satisfactory results.

Qualifications:

• Education at the Associate level and/or equal work experience
• At least 2 years experience as a SAI or demonstrated work/experience equivalent
• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be willing to travel up to 5%
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Access, Power Point, Word)

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Employment offers will be contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screen.