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Federal Security

Federal Security Assistants work within the Applied Research Laboratory to provide assistance in the execution for federal government agency and other industrial security programs as well as their related security activities; review and ensure compliance with government and University security policies, directives, and procedures while supporting the safe and secure performance of sponsored program research.

• Prepare and review security forms, databases, reports, correspondence and initial submission and periodic reinvestigations of personnel clearances
• Maintain and update various security manuals, briefings, and handbooks
• Facilitate the intake of all collateral security matters and determine appropriate processes
• Review and process incoming classified visit requests as well as outgoing classified visit requests for all employees and cleared personnel
• Brief and de-brief employees on collateral security procedures and regulation
• Provide broad assistance with preparations for collateral security inspections by U.S. government agencies
• Assist with the coordination of the courier program and review of collateral classified material with the proper markings

Level:

– Senior Support

Base Description:

– Completes administrative activities and tasks of a technical or functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas. Applies knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field to decision–making and problem–solving. Works under minimum supervision on varied and sometimes difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor or subject matter experts on unusual matters. May lead others or a team in completion of complex assignments. Interprets and communicates information clearly, accurately, and persuasively. Researches and tries new approaches when solving difficult or novel problems.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– May serve as lead support staff and/or provide basic direction to lower level support staff
– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers or volunteers

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– Handles financial transactions
– May validate and pay invoices
– May monitor/track budgets for specific area and/or grant(s)

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems; occasionally faces more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
– May use experience to resolve more complex and/or varied problems, with supervisor oversight
– Demonstrates proficient and comprehensive knowledge of institutional policies and procedures in determining course of action

Independence of Action:

– Works with minimal supervision on more difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters
– May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by supervisor

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally within working unit and/or the University
– May communicate with external audiences for scheduling/coordination
– Collaborates closely with team members; may interact with other staff outside of area
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly and accurately both verbally and in written materials that may be intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 6
• Minimum – $42,100.00
• MidPoint – $51,600.00
• Maximum – $61,000.00