Office of Immigration Statistics (OIS) hiring up to three statisticians

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling on those who want to help protect American interests and secure our Nation. DHS Components work collectively to prevent terrorism; secure borders and our transportation systems; protect the President and other dignitaries; enforce and administer immigration laws; safeguard cyberspace; and ensure resilience to disasters. We achieve these vital missions through a diverse workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS.

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 Management and Budget (OMB) and U. S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) guidance, and Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change

This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Policy, Border, Immigration, and Trade, Office of Immigration Statistics. The Office of Immigration Statistics (OIS) develops, analyzes, and disseminates statistical information needed to inform policy and assess the effects of immigration in the United States.

The primary purpose of this position is to plan statistical research projects that evaluate the social, economic, environmental, and demographic impact of immigration, to include immigration benefits, border security, migration flows, and immigration enforcement.

Promotion Potential: This position has promotion potential to GS-13.

This Statistician position starts at a salary of $54,972 (GS-09), or $66,510 (GS-11), or $79,720 (GS-12),depending on the grade level of the selection.

All DHS-HQ announcements have a 5 business day open period due to the number of applications received.

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

For more information about this position and to apply: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/486851300

Adele’s Circle of Women 2018 Scholarship Application

Adele’s Circle of Women Scholarship grants annual scholarships to help deserving students who advance the role of women and girls in their academic studies and activities, who plan to further this leadership in their personal and professional lives.  The scholarship seeks to aid emerging student leaders and/or recognize accomplished student leaders.  The five scholarships provide a $500 award to a current University of Maryland undergraduate or graduate student.  Established in 2015, the Adele’s Circle of Women Scholarship is generously funded by Terp alumnae. 

Eligibility Requirements for five (5) $500 scholarships:

• Previous recipients of Adele’s Circle of Women Scholarship are not eligible to apply.
• Current UMD student (undergraduate or graduate)
• Emerging Student Leaders:
• One (1) First Year Student
• One (1) Second Year Student
• Accomplished Student Leaders:
• One (1) Third Year Student
• One (1) Fourth Year Student
• One (1) Graduate Student
• In good academic standing with the University
• Demonstrates good citizenship and a positive attitude

Applications are due no later than February 3, 2017 to be considered for a 2017-2018 award. Awards will be given at Adele’s Circle of Women spring event – HerStory.  All applicants are strongly encouraged to attend the event to be held on Thursday evening, April 13, 2017 in the Stamp Student Union.

Interested students should complete the application at https://orgsync.com/84788/forms/295736.  If you have any questions, please email tzacker@umd.edu.

New course in Cybersecurity!

PLCY388C: Special Topics in Public Policy; Cybersecurity Policy: Practical Hacking for Policy Makers (3) This course explores the key issues facing policy makers attempting to manage the problem of cybersecurity from its technical foundations to domestic and international policy considerations surrounding governance, privacy, isk management, and operational orchestration. It is designed for students with no background in information technology, and will provide the principles to understand the current debates shaping a rapidly evolving security landscape.

Apply NOW for BSOS College Scholarships!

The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences offers a variety of scholarships to current students! We encourage you to apply now for an award for the fall 2018 semester. Before submitting your application, make sure to review each scholarship's eligibility criteria. To explore all of our scholarships, and determine which best suit you, please visit this link.

Applications for the fall 2018 semester are due on February 12, 2018 by 9am. Click here to apply.
Questions regarding the scholarships or the application process can be e-mailed to bsos-scholarships@umd.edu.