Supervisory Instructional Systems Specialist (Branch Chief, ITA)

Office of Intelligence and Analysis; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 144,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of Intelligence and Analysis in Washington, DC, is seeking a Supervisory Instructional Systems Specialist (Branch Chief, ITA) at GS-1750-14 to lead the design and development of training courses for the Homeland Security Enterprise. The role oversees ITA staff, collaborates with stakeholders for subject matter expertise, and ensures accreditation and standards compliance.

The position serves as Acting Director or Deputy when needed, manages course delivery standards, and guides workforce

Qualifications

• Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
• If using foreign education, provide a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with transcript.

Responsibilities

• Supports and assists ITA Director in planning, organizing, and directing ITA activities.
• Leads development of ITA courses and ensures compliance with FLETA standards.
• Manages ITA personnel and ITA Accreditation Manager(s) to maintain program standards.
• Advises employees on policies and directives and performs other duties as assigned.

Job description

Supervisory Instructional Systems Specialist (Branch Chief, ITA)

• Hiring Agency: Office of Intelligence and Analysis
• Department: Department of Homeland Security
• Location: District of Columbia, District of Columbia
• Hiring Path: Public
• Number of Openings: 1
• Security Clearance: Sensitive Compartmented Information

This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Intelligence & Analysis (I&A), Intelligence Training Academy. The primary purpose of this position is to serves a Supervisory Instructional Systems Specialist Branch Chief at the ITA, responsible for leading the design and development of training courses. Non-BU: This is a non-bargaining unit position.

Key Responsibilities

As a Supervisory Instructional Systems Specialist (Branch Chief, ITA), GS-1750-14, your typical work assignments may include: Supports and assists the ITA Director and Deputy Director in planning, organizing, and directing the activities of the ITA team, ensuring ITA activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meet customer needs. Serves as Acting Director or Deputy in the event of their absence.

Manage and lead the development of ITA courses in accordance with procedures and standards. Collaborates with stakeholders for subject matter expertise in course development and work closely with ITA instructor cadre on course delivery standards. Manage ITA Accreditation Manager(s) who ensure ITA, as an Academy and specific ITA courses, establish and maintain compliance with FLETA standards.

Engages with FLETA Office of Accreditation to ensure ITA leadership and staff remain current on FLETA procedures and standards. Manages ITA personnel responsible for maintaining the HSELMS system for the Homeland Security Enterprise for virtual training delivery, course registration, program management, and training-related performance measures. Researches, interprets, analyzes, and applies various guidelines, policies, and regulations.

Manages execution of I&A workforce development and academic programs as well as individual career development planning processes for I&A employees. Assists in planning work to be accomplished by subordinates, setting and adjusting short-term priorities, and preparing schedules. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management. Performs other duties as assigned.

All DHS-HQ announcements have a 5 business day open period due to the number of applications received. This announcement will be open for 5 business days OR until the first 100 applications have been received, whichever happens first. View common definitions of terms found in this announcement: Common Definitions.

Requirements & Education

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications; applicant's resumes and supporting documentation should only reflect education received from schools accredited by such institutions. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following Website: https://ope.ed.gov/dapip/#/home.

If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency (a U.S. private organization's interpretation that such education has been deemed at least equivalent to conventional U.S. education programs) with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For more information regarding evaluation of foreign education for federal employment, please visit the U.S.

Department of Education webpage on the Recognition of Foreign Qualifications.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Office of Intelligence and Analysis, Department of Homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $143913 – $187093/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-30.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.