SECURITY ASSISTANT

Duties

Serves as the subject matter expert and primary point-of-contact on all administrative, procedural, and regulatory requirements for the Yokota AB NAF Human Resources Security Program.

Responsible for ensuring all security and background investigation requirements are in compliance with current directives for all NAF new hires, current employees, FSS volunteers, instructors, FCC providers, and any other individual associated with the FSS.

Processes and tracks all levels of background investigations (Tier 1, Tier 2, etc), Installation Records Checks (IRCs) for current and previous installations, Special Agreement Checks (SACs), and all associated and incidental paperwork in accordance with position requirements.

Complies with incoming IRC requests within the specified time-lines as necessary.

Enforces accountability time-lines for NAF new-hires to ensure strict adherence to background investigation regulatory compliance.

Effectively maintains current excel/database trackers reflecting the current status of all FSS investigations.

Utilizes Electronic Questionnaires for Investigations Processing (e-QIP), Joint Personnel Adjudication System (JPAS), and other related systems to initiate, inquire about, and close investigations.

Troubleshoots when appropriate, and remedies delays by working with the 374 AW/IPO and related agencies as needed.

Routinely and in a timely manner, mails investigative documents to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM).

Serves as the primary focal point to receive and respond to written and verbal inquiries from the Installation Protection Office (IPO), Department of Defense Central Adjudications Facility (DoDCAF), and OPM.

Serves as the liaison between these offices, employees, and supervisors to provide accurate information, clarification, or remedy any issues.

Screens for suitability issues on applications and background investigations.

Refers suitability issues to agency adjudication officers for further review and adjudication.

Establishes and maintains background investigative files and properly stages investigative documents as required.

Properly disposes of background investigative files according to records management directives.

May be required to research and download forms and publications related to investigative requirements.

Posts updates to directives and stays up-to-date on all changes to investigatory requirements as they occur.

Updates the Defense Civilian Personnel Data System (DCPDS) to reflect completion of investigatory requirements.

Prints form NAF-17 and files in the Official Personnel File (OPF) reflecting updated information.

Maintains current continuity binder reflecting the current processes and succession planning information.

Conducts fingerprinting as required.

Reports security processing timeliness at least quarterly.

When not performing security duties, will assist with the completion of Human Resources Assistant duties.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

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Requirements

Conditions of employment

• This position requires the incumbent to receive and maintain a Tier 3 background investigation
• The incumbent must be a U. S. Citizen or legal U. S. Resident residing within the commuting area of Yokota AB.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 10/05/2026

The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents who are residing within the commuting area of Yokota AB, Japan.Legal US residents must possess a social security number. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas.

• Business Based Action
• Family Member Preference
• Military Spouse Preference
• Outside Applicant Veteran
• Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran
• Transition Hiring Preference

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience:

Applicant must have progressively responsible experience in clerical or office work that provided a thorough knowledge of administrative principles and practices, and independent management of comprehensive programs.

Experience must have been sufficiently demanding to demonstrate the ability to perform successfully at this grade level.

Must have experience in reviewing supporting information (documentary evidence, affidavits, testimony, etc.) identifying files; preparing routine correspondence and responding to general inquiries.

Must have comprehensive experience that required the applicant to apply a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the rules, regulations, procedures, and program requirements of personnel administration.

Must have experience in processing security background investigations.

Knowledge of office automation software (MS Office et. al.) and skill using internet based programs is required.

Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Must possess skill in dealing with the public.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution in order to qualify.

Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. or U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation.
• All Federal NAF employees are required by PL 104-134 to have salary payments made by electronic funds transfer/direct deposit.
• Probationary period may be required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
• Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 60/90 days after the closing date. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
• LQA is not authorized.
• Post Allowance is authorized for Regular Full Time employment category.
• This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.
• Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions.