Records and Information Management Specialist - Winchester, Virginia

$117,962 - $153,354/Yr

Federal Bureau of Investigation - Winchester, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Winchester, VA

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The Records and Information Management Specialist position at the FBI is a critical role within the Information Management Division, specifically in the Office of the Agency Records Officer. This position is designed for individuals who are adept at managing records and information in a manner that aligns with the Bureau's mission to protect the American people and uphold the Constitution. The specialist will serve as an advisor and consultant, providing expert guidance to executives, managers, and operational personnel regarding the Bureau's records and information management program. This includes overseeing the creation, dissemination, research, scheduling, storage, and disposition of records, ensuring that all processes adhere to federal laws and regulations. In this role, the specialist will be responsible for planning, researching, and analyzing a wide range of records and information management functions. This involves addressing complex areas such as developing best practices, performing communication outreach, conducting strategic analysis and planning, and ensuring sound information governance. The specialist will also develop and implement strategic plans, analyze business processes related to records management, and create and conduct training programs to enhance compliance and efficiency within the Bureau. The position requires extensive research of policy materials, directives, laws, and regulations, necessitating a strong analytical ability to interpret and apply these guidelines effectively. The specialist will prepare, present, and defend recommendations and findings to management through complex written reports and executive summaries, which will assist in decision-making regarding major projects. This role is pivotal in ensuring that the FBI's records management practices are not only compliant with federal statutes but also optimized for operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an advisor and consultant on the Bureau's records and information management program.
• Plan, research, and analyze records and information management functions.
• Develop and establish best practices for records management.
• Perform communication outreach functions related to records management.
• Conduct strategic analysis and planning for records management processes.
• Develop metrics to measure the effectiveness of records management practices.
• Ensure compliance with information governance and accountability measures.
• Conduct extensive research of policy materials, directives, laws, and regulations.
• Provide policy and governance on the use of records management tools.
• Prepare, present, and defend recommendations and findings to management.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level.
• Extensive knowledge of records and information management laws, executive orders, directives, policies, and regulations.
• Analytical ability to design and conduct comprehensive records management program studies.
• Expert ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Current or previous experience in assessing existing records schedules and preparing new or revised records control schedules.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with the National Archives and Records Administration or state agencies with records oversight responsibilities.
• Familiarity with federal statutes related to records management.
• Strong presentation skills for delivering training and recommendations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $117,962.00-$153,354.00.
• Full-time permanent position with potential for additional selections from the announcement.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.