Program Manager

Citizenship and Immigration Services; New York (NY); Remote; USD 125,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Federal employee benefits

Job summary

Citizenship and Immigration Services in New York is seeking a Program Manager to oversee an asylum operations unit, implement internal controls, and plan work to meet short- and long-term goals. The role involves coordinating diverse asylum programs across subordinate units within the Asylum Office and ensuring compliance with federal guidance; telework is available.

Applicants must meet federal requirements; the position offers a competitive federal salary and benefits package, including health

Qualifications

• No educational substitution at this grade level.
• Experience overseeing asylum operations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Managing a variety of diverse asylum operational programs implemented by separate subordinate organizational units at the Asylum Office.

Education

No educational substitution

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Citizenship and Immigration Services
• Department: Department of Homeland Security

Protect your homeland and defend your culture. Join USCIS, America's frontline defense against illegal foreign infiltration and fraud. As a Program Manager, you will oversee and manage an operational unit, implementing internal controls, and planning work based on operational needs and short-term and long-term goals.

Key Responsibilities

Managing a variety of diverse asylum operational programs implemented by separate subordinate organizational units at the Asylum Office.

Requirements & Education

EDUCATIONAL SUBSTITUTION: There is no educational substitution at this grade level.

Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP): Per 5 CFR 576.202, An employee who receives a Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP) and later accepts employment for compensation with the Government of the United States within 5 years of the date of the separation on which the VSIP is based, including work under a personal services contract or other direct contract, must repay the entire amount of the VSIP to the agency that paid it (proof of payment is required) before the individual's first day of reemployment.

Any offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U.S. Office of Personnel Management guidance and U.S. Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.

Applying to this announcement certifies that you give permission for DHS to share your application with others in DHS for similar positions. Common definitions for hiring terms found in this announcement.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.

Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities.

For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service- connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act.

Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to our Staffing Helpdesk.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Citizenship and Immigration Services, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $125431 – $163062/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-02.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.

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