Leahy Vetting Advisor

Leahy Vetting Advisor

• Washington, DC

Leahy Vetting Advisor
Location:
Washington, DC
Remote Work:
No
Clearance:
Top Secret (TS)
Work Status:
Full-Time
Travel Requirements:
This position is not expected to travel on a regular basis.



ATSG is actively seeking candidates for a potential upcoming contract. This position is contingent upon award, and hiring decisions will be finalized once the contract is granted.

Position Description

The U.S. Department of State leads American diplomacy, with the Secretary of State serving as the President’s principal foreign policy advisor. The Department’s mission is to advance U.S. national security interests, combat terrorism, protect U.S. interests abroad, and implement foreign policy initiatives that enhance the safety, strength, and prosperity of Americans.



The Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) keeps Americans safe at home by countering international crime, illegal drugs, and instability abroad. INL helps countries deliver justice and fairness by strengthening their police, courts, and corrections systems. These efforts reduce the amount of crime and illegal drugs reaching U.S. shores.



The INL Office of Western Hemisphere Programs (WHP) supports U.S. efforts to combat foreign terrorist organizations (FTOs) and criminal gangs in Haiti. WHP provides technical advisory, lethal assistance, tactical equipment and training to help the Haitian National Police (HNP) to identify, dismantle, and investigate FTOs and gangs. INL/WHP also assists the Government of Haiti in police professionalization, strengthening criminal deterrence to hold criminals accountable, counter-narcotics and firearms trafficking investigations, and corrections initiatives.



The Leahy Vetting Advisor (“Advisor”) is responsible for vetting at the post level, in accordance with the Leahy Vetting Laws, ensuring proper coordination with the Political, Economic, Consular, Diplomatic Security and INL Sections as required. The Advisor conducts vetting of law enforcement and security force candidates for training and other foreign assistance benefits searching classified records up to Top Secret-level as well as unclassified electronic records, to assess the information found, and recommend a course of action with respect to derogatory information on individuals and/or units implicated in gross violation of human rights (GVHR) and non-GVHR cases. The Advisor coordinates with the Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs (WHA) Vetting Advisors and Office of Foreign Assistance Oversight (FAO) Vetters on vetting results.

Period of Performance

The period of performance for this order will be one (01) year from the date of award with the option to extend for six (06) months subject to performance, need, and funding.


Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts USG human rights vetting of military and police personnel receiving U.S. assistance, including training and other benefits in Haiti, and the Western Hemisphere, as necessary.


• Provides subject matter expertise in vetting procedures for Embassy Port au Prince. Provides relevant recommendations and analysis to senior officials on vetting and human rights cases.


• Attends working level interagency meetings to review difficult cases and recommends actions regarding derogatory information found. Raises problematic issues to senior levels as necessary. Consults with other offices in the State Department on the Leahy legislation and its amendments.


• Supports the process to review and amend Postvetting procedures and updates standard operation procedures to ensure more efficient processes.Coordinates clearances with appropriate sections at Post involved in the vetting process.


• Coordinates with all relevant sections of Post to ensure timely and effective responses to all vetting requests for security forces in Haiti.


• Reviews incoming vetting requests and conducts all required checks on those unit(s) or individual(s) to receive U.S. assistance within timeframes established by Post leadership. When derogatory information surfaces, verifies information through appropriate channels to make a final recommendation on such unit(s) or individual(s) within required timeframes.


• Follows U.S. law and regulations, advises regarding “remediation” efforts at Post to clear previously problematic units, if appropriate.


• Annually reviews the ‘suspended’ cases to ensure they receive continued follow up toward approval or rejection, if appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen.


• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.


• Minimum of two (2) years’ work experience in international affairs, human rights, or other relevant field.


• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and in conducting internet research.


• Excellent oral communication and writing skills to include drafting of action and info memos, congressional testimony.


• Experience with press guidance and congressional and general correspondence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic French and/or Haitian Creole language reading ability.


• Active Top-Secret Clearance.


• Demonstrated understanding of judicial and/or police training activities, and U.S. laws and regulations governing such activity.


• Demonstrated understanding of the human rights situation in the countries of the Western Hemisphere.


• Demonstrated strong analytical skills.


• Demonstrated ability to work independently and proactively.

About ATSG


ATSG Corporation is a Veterans Affairs (VA) CVE-Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) based in Fairfax, VA with branch offices throughout Central America. Since 2004, ATSG has successfully deployed its experience and expertise to support the most challenging and complex projects for various Federal agencies. Our robust portfolio includes cutting-edge technical solutions and professional support in Program Management, Consulting, Operations and Planning Support, Training and Advisory Services, and IT and Knowledge Management. We take pride in our proven dedication to providing expert assistance to our government partners. ATSG provides a variety of services within the Intelligence Community and is experienced in areas such as Mobility, Enterprise Architecture, Data Processing, Law Enforcement Mission Support, and Acquisition Support. Our products may be diverse, but the results are one and the same—on schedule, on budget, and completed with superior quality. As an organization, we are consistently expanding our global footprint in the contracting community. We work hard to honor our commitment to our clients while ensuring our employees feel secure and empowered in their work. We take excellent care of our team, so they may have the freedom and confidence to focus on their missions and provide nothing but the best output on the work site and at home.


ATSG Corporation is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer, our applicants and employees are protected from discrimination. Visit https://www.eeoc.gov/ for more information. Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department. To comply with Federal law, ATSG Corporation participates in E-Verify. Successful candidates must pass the E-Verify process after hire.


This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. To comply with Federal law, ATSG Corporation participates in E-Verify. Successful candidates must pass the E-Verify process after hire.



We respectfully request not to be contacted by recruiters and/or staffing agencies.


Application Requirements

• All applications must be submitted in .pdf, .doc, or .docx format.


• Applications and resumes for this position are only accepted via electronic submission through ATSG Corporation’s Consolidated Applicant Tracking System (CATS).


• Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand-delivered applications and resumes will not be accepted.


• The decision to interview an applicant is based solely on the information received for this position from their electronic application and/or resume.

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