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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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Issued: 11 Feb 2013 IC Directive (ICD) 660: IC Civilian Joint Duty Program [pdf] IC Directive (ICD) 660: IC Civilian Joint Duty Program

Issued: 4 Apr 2012 ICD 651 Performance Management System Requirements for the IC Civilian Workforce [pdf] ICD 651 Performance Management System Requirements for the IC Civilian Workforce

Issued: 4 Apr 2012 ICD 656 Performance Management System Requirements for the IC Senior Civilian Officers [pdf] ICD 656 Performance Management System Requirements for the IC Senior Civilian Officers

Issued: 7/24/2015 IC Policy Guidance (ICPG) 660.1: IC Civilian Joint Duty Program Implementation Guidance[pdf] IC Policy Guidance (ICPG) 660.1: IC Civilian Joint Duty Program Implementation Guidance

Issued: 7/20/2018 IC Standard (ICS) 660-02: Standard Civilian Joint Duty Application Procedures [pdf] IC Standard (ICS) 660-02: Standard Civilian Joint Duty Application Procedures

Issued: 7/9/2014 Intelligence Community Joint Duty Standard Memorandum of Understanding [pdf] Intelligence Community Joint Duty Standard Memorandum of Understanding ADNI/HC Memorandum

Issued: 7/9/2014 Standard Joint Duty MOU Template [pdf] Standard Joint Duty MOU template per 06/09/2014 ADNI/HC Memorandum

Issued: 08/17/2016 ATT 1 - Joint Duty Non-Reimbursable Exemption Approval Template [pdf] ATT 1 - Joint Duty Non-Reimbursable Exemption Approval Template

Issued: 05/26/2016 Joint Duty Credit Claim Form [docx] Joint Duty Credit Claim Form

Issued: 10/16/2015 From the PDDNI: Reciprocity of No FEAR Act mandatory training [pdf] PDDNI Memorandum: The purpose of this memorandum is to provide the current guidelines for reciprocity of No FEAR Act mandatory training.

Issued: 03/16/2018

Non-IC Guidance for JDAT Guidance for posting and selection for Non-IC Opportunities on the Joint Duty Application Tool.

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The ODNI Office of Strategic Communications is responsible for managing all inquiries and correspondence from the public and the media. Before contacting ODNI, please review www.dni.gov to see if we have already posted the information you need.

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Questions or comments about oversight of the Intelligence Community? Contact the Office of the Intelligence Community Inspector General .

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To report a potential civil liberties and privacy violation or file a complaint, please review the requirements at the CLPT homepage .

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Applicants or employees who believe they have been discriminated against on the bases of race, color, religion, sex/gender (sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history) and/or reprisal for prior participation in the EEO process may raise their concerns to the IC EEOD Office .

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If you have worked for the ODNI in a staff or contract capacity and are intending to share intelligence-related information with the public through social media posts, books or television and film productions, you will need to submit the materials for approval.

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The IC Civilian Joint Duty Program works to create cross-agency expertise by fostering an environment of information-sharing, interagency cooperation and intelligence integration at all levels. Joint Duty Assignments provide intelligence professionals an IC-wide enterprise perspective, assist them in cultivating cross-organizational networks, facilitate their ability to share information among other IC employees and organizations, increase participants’ understanding of the scope and complexity of the IC, and contribute to their personal and professional development. 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 Institute of Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government as a “key to improved national security” and an “innovative solution for improving cross-agency understanding.” If you are already a member of the IC, and are interested in learning more about Joint Duty opportunities, visit the IC Joint Duty site .

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