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Joint Duty Program Frequently Asked Questions
The DHS Joint Duty Program is an intra- and inter-departmental program which offers civilian personnel professional and developmental opportunities. Joint Duty Assignments enhance operations and mission execution through unity of effort and collaboration.
What is the DHS Joint Duty Program?
The DHS Joint Duty Program offers non-reimbursable Joint Duty Assignments up to one year, both inside and outside the National Capital Region. These multi-component, multi-faceted assignments cross DHS and federal agency operations to build employee skillsets, increasing value to their agency and the federal government as a whole. The DHS Joint Duty Program connects federal employees across the government to professional development opportunities at DHS.
How do supervisors and hiring managers apply to post a joint duty assignment opportunity?
Supervisors may apply to post a joint duty assignment opportunity by completing the DHS Assignment Opportunity Form 250-01 and providing the following:
- Assignment Type: virtual or traditional (onsite). In a virtual Joint Duty Assignment, the employee works from the employing office (physically) or teleworks from home full-time, a standard 40-hour work week.
- Assignment description and required job qualifications.
- Digital signatures from a first-line and second-line supervisor. Note: Supervisor’s approval is required to submit an opportunity.
Send completed forms to [email protected] .
How do interested federal employees apply for a joint duty assignment?
View current DHS Joint Duty Opportunities on USAJOBS and follow the instructions below to apply:
- DHS Application Form 250-02
- Submit a complete application package for each assignment you apply to in USAJOBS.
What is a virtual joint duty assignment?
On a virtual joint duty assignment, an employee may either telework from their employing office or from home full-time. Hiring managers have the option to advertise virtual joint duty assignments for the duration of a detail or until local offices reopen for employees.
Can a supervisor apply to post a opportunity to backfill the position of an employee on a joint duty assignment?
Yes, an employing organization supervisor can apply to post a joint opportunity to backfill the position of an employee on a Joint Duty Assignment. Complete the DHS Assignment Opportunity Form 250-01 .
Why should federal employees participate in the DHS Joint Duty Program?
The DHS Joint Duty Program offers distinct career benefits for Federal employees, including rewarding experiences, leadership development, and networking. The program offers participants with opportunities:
- to enhance mission execution;
- to expand professional networks through agency collaboration thus supporting unity of effort and enhancing collaboration between agencies; and
- to amplify leadership and professional development.
What do federal employees receive upon completion of a joint duty assignment?
Upon satisfactory completion of a Joint Duty Assignment, the employee will receive an official Certificate of Achievement from the Director of the DHS Joint Duty Program.
What are the eligibility requirements to apply for a joint duty assignment?
To apply for a Joint Duty Assignment, interested applicants must:
- be a GS-12, 13, 14, 15 or equivalent;
- have supervisory approval;
- be a permanent, full-time federal employee;
- have an “achieved expectations” or “proficient” rating on their most recent performance evaluation; and
- have no outstanding disciplinary action or grievance.
The DHS Joint Duty Program does not apply to members of the military service or contractors.
How do federal employees find available opportunities?
Interested federal employees can view current DHS Joint Duty Assignment Opportunities on USAJOBS or visit the Open Opportunities website (login with a USAJOBS account is required).
Who is responsible for any costs related to meals, housing/lodging, or travel during a joint duty assignments?
Federal employees selected for a joint duty assignment are responsible for any costs related to meals, and or housing/lodging. A participants employing organization may pay for a temporary change of station. Travel funding related to the joint duty assignment is the responsibility of the host organization.
Who is responsible for an employee's performance evaluation on a joint duty assignment?
The employing organization supervisor is responsible for overseeing the performance evaluation that the participant already has in place at his or her permanent duty location.
Who is responsible for an employee's time and attendance during a joint duty assignment?
The participant's supervisor at his or her permanent duty location is responsible for certifying time and attendance.
What is the Joint Duty Program Memorandum of Agreement?
After a federal employee is selected for an assignment, the DHS Joint Duty Program Office sends the Memorandum of Agreement to the employing organization, the gaining organization, and the participant. The Memorandum of Agreement includes a start date for the selected employee and the roles and responsibilities for the the employing organization, the gaining organization, and the employee. The signature blocks in the Memorandum of Agreement must be signed off and returned to the DHS Joint Duty Program Office within 5 business days.
What are the requirements to complete a joint duty assignment?
During a joint duty assignment, participants must:
- Complete the DHS Joint Duty Program Training Course 15 days prior to starting an assignment.
- Establish assignment objectives within the first 30 days of the assignment;
- Complete a self-assessment of the duties performed at the mid-point of the assignment; and
- Complete a final review within the last 30 days of the assignment.
What is the purpose of the DHS Joint Duty Program training course?
The DHS Joint Duty Program training course provides selected employees with the knowledge, resources, and information to successfully complete a Joint Duty Assignment.
What are the three phases in the DHS Joint Duty Program Assignment Progress Plan?
The three phases in the DHS Joint Duty Program Assignment Progress Plan are:
- Phase 1: Establish assignment objectives within the first 30 days of the assignment;
- Phase 2: Complete a self-assessment of the duties performed at the mid-point of the assignment; and
- Phase 3: Complete a final review within the last 30 days of the assignment.
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The IC Joint Duty Program helps to develop intelligence professional's understanding of how the other element operates, work to meet that organization's mission mandate, and promote integration at all levels. During the Joint Duty rotation, you are immersed into the gaining elements work and culture. You bring back to your parent ...
What is a Joint Duty Qualifying Experience (JDQE)? It is an assignment/detail that has a focus on intelligence policy, program, managerial, analytical, or operational responsibilities. Additionally, the experience is at an intelligence organization or an organization that provides relevant experience.
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What are some of the ways to earn Joint Duty Credit? There are many ways to earn Joint Duty Credit: Completion of a Joint Duty rotational assignment of 12 or more months in another IC element after September 11, 2001. Short-term rotations over a 36-month period may be counted toward this requirement, provided that each assignment is not less ...
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The Joint Duty program was established in response to the requirement of the 2004 Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act (IRTPA) that service in more than one IC element be a condition for promotion to senior executive. In 2008, the IC Civilian Joint Duty Program was honored with the Innovations in American Government Award by the Ash ...
programs and practices for employees covered under DCIPS shall be strategic, joint , and integral ... "Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS)," September 24, 2007, as amended ... "DoD Implementation of the Joint Intelligence Community Duty Assignment (JDA) Program," June 2, 2008 (w) Executive Order 12333, "United ...
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joint duty positions are typically limited to those classified at General Schedule (GS) 13 and above (or similar categories). A joint duty assignment means a temporary detail of employees away from their home elements to rotational assignments in an appropriate joint duty position with another IC element for at least 12 months.
AIF. - Avoidance/Goals - SAME - One AIF Round (Bump) - Focus on placement through PPP or DCIPS Retention Program. - Three year CES probationary period for new hires; Accepts current and completed GS two year probationary periods - No Time-In-Grade rather Quality of Experience - Temporary appointments (<1 yr) - CES term appointments (for >1 yr ...
DoDI 1400.25-V2010 - DCIPS Professional Development [12/09/12] DoDI 1400.36 - DoD Implementation of the Joint Intelligence Community Duty Assignment (JDA) Program [06/2/2008] Intelligence Community Directive 601 - Joint Intelligence Community Duty Assignments [05/16/2006] Guidance. Civilian Training & Leader Development website
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visor, am I required to agree to the Joint Duty swap?T. expectation is that a valid swap will be supported. Some possible reasons for not supp. ti. g may be: 1. The employee has performance issu. s. 2. The employee is due to rotate out of the area.What happens if, after a year, I want to extend the swap.
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