As a Suitability Adjudicator with Suitability Executive Agent Program (SuitEA), you would evaluate and adjudicate suitability cases for federal employment, applying laws, executive orders, and regulations to ensure fair, consistent determinations that protect the integrity and efficiency of the federal workforce.
For the GS-11: Applicants must have one of the following: One year of specialized experience at the GS-09 level (or equivalent) performing all of the following: Applying and interpreting personnel security and suitability regulations, policies, and executive orders to review and adjudicate complex or sensitive cases. Evaluating and resolving issues involving derogatory information to determine appropriate suitability outcomes. Drafting and issuing final determinations and correspondence in cases requiring independent judgment. Providing advice and assistance to agency representatives and team members on suitability-related matters. A PhD or equivalent doctoral degree. An equivalent combination of specialized experience and education. For the GS-12: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-11 level (or equivalent) performing all of the following: Applying and interpreting personnel security and suitability regulations, policies, and executive orders to review and adjudicate complex or sensitive cases. Evaluating and resolving issues involving derogatory information to determine appropriate suitability outcomes. Drafting and issuing final determinations and correspondence in cases requiring independent judgment. Providing advice and assistance to agency representatives and team members on suitability-related matters. Merit promotion applicants must meet the time-in-grade requirement as defined in 5 CFR 300, Subpart F. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. 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.
Adjudicate Suitability Cases – Review investigations and referrals to determine suitability for federal employment, identifying and evaluating issues under OPM guidelines.
Draft Suitability Actions – Prepare correspondence, notices of proposed action and final determination letters for complex or contested cases involving unfavorable suitability actions.
Conduct Case Analysis – Analyze derogatory information, assess conflicting evidence, and apply relevant regulations, executive orders, and precedent decisions.
Provide Guidance and Support – Respond to inquiries from applicants, appointees, employees, agency personnel, and other stakeholders, as well as offer advice on suitability policies and processes.
Contribute to Program Initiatives – Participate in projects, policy development, and training to enhance adjudication consistency and government-wide reciprocity.