MODIFICATION
R -- Probation and Parole Advisor
- Notice Date
- 7/14/2011
- Notice Type
- Modification/Amendment
- NAICS
- 541690
— Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
- Contracting Office
- U.S. Department of State, Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs, INL RM MS, 2430 E Street, N.W., South Building, SA-4 Navy Hill, Washington, District of Columbia, 20520
- ZIP Code
- 20520
- Solicitation Number
- PSC-11-031-INL
- Archive Date
- 8/20/2011
- Point of Contact
- Amy M. Kara,
- E-Mail Address
-
karaam2@state.gov
(karaam2@state.gov)
- Small Business Set-Aside
- N/A
- Description
- You have received this Department of State (DOS) "Personal Services Contractor (PSC)" solicitation through the FedBizOpps (FBO) Internet site. If you have any questions regarding this PSC, you may contact the DOS Official named in the cover letter of this solicitation. The Department is not responsible for any data/text that may not be received when retrieving this document electronically. If the recipient does not notify the contact person that they have obtained this document then any amendments to the document may not be available to the recipients. Amendments to solicitation documents generally contain information critical to the submission of an application. Probation and Parole Advisor ISSUANCE DATE: 06/15/2011 CLOSING DATE: 08/05/2011 SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-11-031-INL Gentlemen/Ladies: SUBJECT: Solicitation for a PSC to serve under DOS in INL. The United States Government (USG), represented by the DOS, is seeking proposals (OF 612's) from U.S. citizens interested in providing the PSC services described in the Statement of Duties. Submissions shall be in accordance with the information provided herein and at the place and time specified. Any questions may be directed to Amy Kara, INL/RM/MS, DOS, who may be reached at FAX No. (202) 776-8686 OR E-Mail at karaam2@state.gov. Application should be sent via Fed Ex or DHL, facsimile, OR E-Mail. The use of US Mail is not recommended and may NOT be received in time prior to the closing date of this announcement. All applications shall be submitted by email OR Fax OR courier to: Amy Kara US Department of State 2430 E. Street, NW INL/RM/RM, Navy Hill South Building Washington, D.C. 20037 Late applications shall not be accepted, unless there was a mishandling once received in DOS. Along with the OF 612, applicants shall provide a resume and three written references including contact information. Applicants are also requested to provide their full mailing address (fax, telephone and/or e-mail where applicable). Applicants should retain for their records copies of all enclosures, which accompany their proposals. The Solicitation number must be referenced on your OF-612. There is one position that will be filled from this solicitation. 1. SOLICITATION NUMBER: PSC-11-031-INL 2. ISSUANCE DATE: 06/15/2011 3. CLOSING DATE/TIME SPECIFIED 08/05/2011 4. FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: 16:00 PM ET 5. POSITION TITLE: Probation and Parole Advisor 6. MARKET VALUE: FS-02 (GS-14 Equivalent) 7. PERIOD OF PERFORMANCE: One year from the date of award 8. PLACE OF PERFORMANCE: Tbilisi, Georgia 9. JOB DESCRIPTION: See below US Personal Services Contract US Department of State Bureau for International Narcotics & Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) American Embassy Tbilisi, Georgia Background: The State Department Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) program in the Republic of Georgia is funded from the Assistance to Europe, Europe, and Central Asia (AEECA) account. AEECA is a comprehensive, multi-year regional initiative designed to provide U.S. foreign assistance to support democratic and economic transition in the former Soviet Union, by promoting economic and democratic reform, encouraging good governance, improving capabilities of law enforcement and criminal justice sector institutions to combat organized crime and narcotics trafficking, and by strengthening border security to secure against threats to regional stability. INL programs supported through AEECA assistance focus on reforming law enforcement institutions and the criminal justice system, as well as building the capacity of justice sector institutions and actors in Eurasia. Currently, the AEECA assistance program administered domestically by INL in support of law enforcement reform and criminal justice capacity building efforts in Georgia totals over $34 million. A smaller quantity of International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement (INCLE) funds are also administered overseas at Post. INCLE-funded assistance to the Government of Georgia's (GOG) probation and parole system was discussed bilaterally in 2009 and assistance is expected to begin in 2011. This activity is part of a much larger effort aimed at achieving a core U.S. national security objective. One means to this end is the promotion of greater security and rule of law in areas under the GOG's control, support that buttresses the foundations of a democratic state. The establishment of a stable, well-trained, and equipped probation and parole system is a GOG priority as it reforms its criminal justice system. Criminal justice assistance is a core component of the USG contribution to stability and reconstruction operations worldwide. At present, INL manages criminal justice policy and programs in many international locations and over 1,000 personnel are deployed overseas in the field to implement these programs. Within the U.S. Embassy Tbilisi, the Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Section (NAS) functions as the INL field office to manage bilateral assistance projects that design, build, and nurture the capabilities of law enforcement agencies in Georgia. NAS Tbilisi coordinates and provides a broad range of training, services, and equipment aimed at improving the organizational efficiency, capabilities, and infrastructure of host government law enforcement and judicial institutions. Purpose: The purpose of this PSC is to provide a Probation and Parole Advisor (PPA) to NAS Tbilisi, Georgia, to serve as the USG resident civilian probation and parole expert who provides expertise to the GOG on the full range of probation and parole issues as they relate to the GOG criminal justice system. The PSC will help administer the assistance projects being provided through INL and NAS Tbilisi to the GOG Ministry of Corrections and Legal Aid. The PPA coordinates their activities with the NAS Director in Tbilisi, Program Officers assigned to INL/EA, and the Bureau's Chief Corrections Advisor. The PPA provides the technical expertise within the Embassy and (when directed) on behalf of INL and the NAS in interagency settings, for activities aimed at improving INL and broader USG and international assistance on probation and parole systems. The PPA would also play a key role in contingency planning and development of future missions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: A. Provide day-to-day subject matter expertise to the leadership of Ministry of Corrections and Legal Affairs (MCLA) in support of its effort to restructure its regulations, procedures, international human rights standards, and modern probation and parole systems. B. Direct the activities of other INL probation and parole personnel assigned and contracted consultants to provide training to the MCLA and otherwise coordinate all training activities associated with this program. C. Serve as the primary contact with other international donors including the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), the European Union (EU), and other nations - in coordinating all USG corrections assistance activities in the GOG. D. Provide policy analysis and program guidance to INL, the NAS, and other USG entities on the state of probation, parole, and corrections policy within the GOG. Such guidance may address any of a wide number of issues, such as: the size and structure of the international presence, human rights issues related to prisoner incarceration and community supervision, coordination with military mission elements, budgeting, development of indigenous correctional capacities and institutions, refurbishment and/or construction of probation and parole field offices, and training plans. E. Participate in meetings, seminars, and exercises to develop plans/programs as they related to GOG probation and parole operations. F. Serve as an advisory resource for INL program managers in Washington and in the field on specific aspects of planning and implementation of ongoing probation and parole assistance programs. G. Prepare background materials and reports to be used by the INL and other USG entities in preparing speeches, briefings, and testimony to articulate INL polices regarding engagement on corrections and rehabilitation within Georgia. H. Assist with recruitment of corrections and probation and parole personnel for INL corrections programs. Minimum Qualifications: 1. U.S. citizen; able to obtain and maintain a Department of State (DOS) secret security and medical clearance. 2. Bachelors' degree from an accredited institution. 3. Successfully graduated from an accredited county, state, and federal probation officer and/or parole officer academy or certification program. 4. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. 5. Two of the ten years in law enforcement/corrections must have included experience working or coordinating with other law enforcement and justice agencies and/or jurisdictions. 6. Must have a minimum of ten (10) years of professional-level work experience in the area of in U.S. law enforcement and/or corrections, including a minimum of five years in probation and parole operations management, organizational development, planning, and training. i. Two of the four years in probation and parole must include experience as a field probation and/or parole officer. ii. Two of the four years in probation and parole must include experience as a senior manager overseeing probation and parole at no less than the district level (or its equivalent). iii. One of the five years in probation and parole must have involved the design, development and implementation of probation and parole programs. Management Experience: • Two years of supervisory and leadership experience in a multicultural environment is required. A demonstrated ability to make sound decisions in a timely manner is vital. Must have initiative, well-developed problem-solving skills, flexibility, receptivity, and creativity in dealing with problems and conflicts. Ability to multi-task, working on and bearing responsibility for several simultaneous projects while keeping the overall program goals in perspective. This must be demonstrated in the interview, through performance evaluations, and through work-related references. Leadership Experience: • Must have a proven ability to interact effectively with a wide range of personnel at all levels of an organization. This must be demonstrated in the interview, through performance evaluations, and through work-related references. Knowledge: • Must be familiar with best practices in probation and parole, including, but not limited to risk assessments, case management, report writing, testimony, interviewing techniques, and field safety. This must be demonstrated in the interview, through performance evaluations, and through work-related references. Judgment: This must be demonstrated in the interview, through performance evaluations, and through work-related references: • Ability to evaluate and assess capabilities and weaknesses of the existent corrections capabilities of the GOG/MCLA (particularly with regard to probation and parole), identify and prioritize critical deficiencies, and develop detailed and plausible solutions to correct such deficiencies. • Ability to de-conflict and integrate projects into the broader INL program and Embassy mission plan. • Ability to plan and prioritize training and equipment requirements, elaborate technical requirements and detailed statements of work, and make recommendations on cost-benefit of various products and equipment based on consultations with end users. Physical Demands and Work Environments: • Urban environment: Normal routine will involve deskwork, working at a computer terminal, meeting with GOG officials in their offices, and visiting training sites. The PPA will be based at the American Embassy in Tbilisi, Georgia. • Rural environment: Some with travel within the Republic of Georgia to training sites may be required, necessitating climbing stairs or walking over rough terrain. Position Elements: 1. Supervision Received: The Advisor will report to and receive general guidance from the NAS Director. However, the Advisor will be expected to provide expert advice to the NAS Director in all areas of corrections, probation, parole, and related organizational and training issues. The Advisor will receive program policy direction concerning overall program priorities and objectives, after which he/she independently negotiates the scope and objectives of each tasking with little input or review by his/her supervisor. 2. Guidelines: The Advisor will be guided by the INL Program and Policy Guide. Supplementary guidance will be provided by the Foreign Affairs Manuals for Financial Management (4 FAM), General Services (6 FAM) and Logistics Management (14 FAM), and associated Foreign Affairs Handbooks (FAH). 3. Complexity: The work involves planning, organizing, and managing day-to-day administration and oversight of a large number of organizational initiatives, equipment ordering, and training details. The ability to manage large quantities of ever evolving data effectively is essential. 4. Scope and Effectiveness: The Advisor performs a broad range of tasks related to a complex foreign assistance program in the Republic of Georgia. INL programs have a significant impact on embassy operations, including those of other USG agencies. 5. Personal Contacts: The Advisor will work closely with other NAS personnel, Embassy Management Section personnel, other embassy USG law enforcement agencies, contractors implementing NAS projects, and host country counterparts. Evaluation Criteria: Factor 1 Knowledge of all phases of probation and parole operations, including the field, institutional, line, and management operations, organizational development, planning, and training. (25 points) Factor 2 Experience and ability to assess programs and assist in developing and implementing plans for improving U.S. capacities to implement probation and parole programs. (25 points) Factor 3 Leadership and Interpersonal Skills: Ability to liaise with members of relevant USG agencies, GOG representatives, and the international community in developing and coordinating corrections programs. (25 points) Factor 4 Past Performance evaluation of applicant's ability to perform under contract. In conducting the evaluation, the Government reserves the right to utilize all evaluation information available at the time of evaluation, whether provided by the applicant or obtained from other sources. (25 points) COMPENSATION Compensation for the position will be negotiated as follows: Level of experience will dictate the salary level within the grade range. Entry-level salary will normally be at the first step of the grade range for the position. However, consideration will be given to the successful applicant's experience that is specifically relevant to the position to be filled. Number of years of relevant experience will determine at what step within the grade range the successful applicant will be compensated. BENEFITS & ALLOWANCES AS A MATTER OF POLICY, A PSC IS NORMALLY AUTHORIZED THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS AND ALLOWANCES: BENEFITS Employee's FICA Contribution Contribution toward Health & Life Insurance Pay Comparability Adjustment Annual Increase Eligibility for Worker's Compensation Annual & Sick Leave ALLOWANCES (if applicable). Temporary Quarters Subsistence Allowance (Section 120). Living Quarters Allowance (Section 130). Post Allowance (Section 220). Supplemental Post Allowance (Section 230). Separate Maintenance Allowance (Section 260). Education Allowance (Section 270). Education Travel (Section 280). Post Differential (Chapter 500). Payments during Evacuation/Authorized Departure (Section 600). Danger Pay (Section 650).
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- Place of Performance
- Address: US Embassy, Tbilisi, Georgia
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