This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/468785400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
The Office of Inspector General serves as an independent and objective unit within the Department of Labor and is responsible for auditing and investigating DOL programs and operations in order to (1) promote economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the administration of the programs; (2) prevent and detect fraud and abuse in the programs and operations; and (3) keep the Secretary of Labor and the Congress fully and currently informed about problems and deficiencies of such programs and the necessity for, and progress of, corrective action.
Permanent Change of Station funds (PCS) will not be offered.
Relocation incentive MAY be offered.
Recruitment incentives MAY be offered
Veterans preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service.
04/28/2017 to 05/17/2017
$124,406 - $187,000 per year
ES 00
1 vacancy in the following location:
Occasional travel - May be required in support of OIG mission functions.
Yes—Relocation incentives MAY be offered.
Permanent
Full-time - Full time
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Yes
OIG-2017-36-OCPR-SES
468785400
Serves as the key senior leader overseeing all communications with congressional members and staff, as well as developing and implementing a congressional communications strategy for the OIG.
Provides executive oversight of the preparation of congressional testimony, questions for the record, correspondence or other responses to inquiries from Members or staff, and briefing/hearing preparation materials. Oversees the monitoring of hearings and congressional interest in areas relevant to the mission or operation of the OIG and the communication of relevant information to appropriate OIG senior leaders.
Provides the IG and DIG with policy and strategic advice on all legislative and external affairs matters in dealings with the Secretary of Labor, members and committees of Congress, other Federal agencies, state and local governments, industry, and the public.
Advises and updates the IG and DIG on legislative and communications implications of proposed or existing policies. Leads the review and analysis of existing and proposed legislation and regulations to identify and report on OIG concerns regarding program weaknesses, which may contribute to fraud, waste, abuse, inefficiency and ineffectiveness in DOL programs and operations.
Oversees budgetary allocations, program goals, and develops plans, including the determination of needed resources; determines the need for and implements organizational changes, which affect the congressional and public relations program.
Provides executive oversight for the OIG's public affairs and external communications activities and overall communications strategy for the media and the public.
You must have one year of specialized experience at a level close to the work of this job that has given you the particular subject-matter knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform. Typically, we would find this experience in work within the field or a field that is closely related. You must demonstrate possession of specialized experience in the described duties.
The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
The Department of Labor does not make unfavorable hiring decisions on the basis of an applicant's previous or current unemployment, or the fact that an applicant has experienced financial difficulty through no fault of his/her own and has undertaken good faith efforts to meet his/her financial obligations. Consideration is given to financial status in relation to appointments only where required by law, regulation, or Executive Order.
Refer to these links for more information: GENERAL INFORMATION, REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION, ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION, SELECTIVE SERVICE REGISTRATION, FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated based on your experience and your responses to the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs). It is essential that your resume provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses in the self-assessment vacancy questions. If your responses are not adequately substantiated by your resume, your application will be rated ineligible.
Current/Former Career SES or SES Candidate Development graduates who have been certified by OPM must provide a narrative response to address each of the MTQ's, but need not address the ECQs. In order to successfully complete the online application process you must input the term, "noncompetitive eligible" in the text boxes for each of the ECQs. You must submit a Standard Form 50 that documents your SES Career appointment or a copy of your OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program certificate.
To preview questions please click here.
The following documents must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on the vacancy closing date. Follow the instructions: click How To Submit Supplemental Documentation Document. Warning: If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission. Also, do not upload password protected documents.
1. A copy of your most recent performance appraisal, dated within the past 18 months, including the evaluation/rating. (optional)
2. If you are a current career SES or former career SES with reinstatement eligibility, you must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, showing your position, title, series, grade, and eligibility. (If applicable)
3. All other federal employees MUST submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 that indicates grade and step. (If applicable)
4. A copy of your SES Candidate Development Program certificate. (if applicable).
The following documents are required from ALL applicants:
Applicants selected for employment who are not current DOL employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the E-Verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
Applicants selected for employment who are not current DOL employees will be required to provide proof of citizenship, and the E-Verify system will be used to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.
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. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Follow the steps below to apply. Your application and ALL required supplemental documents specified in the "Required Documents" section of this vacancy must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) on the vacancy closing date to receive consideration. Paper applications and supplemental documents submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the vacancy contact will not be considered. Click here for information on Reasonable Accommodations.
You must SAVE your information before the 30 MINUTE TIMEOUT! For help, go to https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/.
STEP 1 - Create USAJOBS Account on www.usajobs.gov, including Resume and Saved Documents
Your resume must provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses in the self-assessment vacancy questions. If not, HR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the competency indicated by resume content. FOR EACH EMPLOYMENT PERIOD, include: start/end month & year and note full-time or part-time (if part-time, include # of hours worked per week); otherwise, your application may be considered incomplete.
STEP 2 - Complete the 1st part of the application process (USAJOBS)
Once you have identified a job on USAJOBS that you wish to apply for, click on the title and click the Apply button. For question about the vacancy, click the "Agency Contact Information" link. Click “Start Application” and proceed through 5 steps noted at the top of the USAJOBS page. You will be able to select a resume and documents from your USAJOBS Account that you can submit as a package as part of your DOL application. At Step 5, click “Continue to Agency Site”.
STEP 3 – Complete the 2nd part of the application process (DOL)
On the Department of Labor (DOL) page, create a DOL Account if you have not already and click “APPLY TO THIS VACANCY”. Continue through the 7 progress steps indicated by circles at the top of the DOL page. The 3rd progress step is where you answer the vacancy specific questions. Answer all questions including writing your narrative answer to the ECQs and MTQs in the space provided following each ECQ and MTQ. The 4th progress step is where you submit required documents (only if applicable to you) specified in the "Required Documents" section of this vacancy . Warning: BE SURE TO pull documents from your USAJOBS Account by clicking "U" UPLOAD icon under "Action". If you submit a document using the same document title, the 2nd submission will OVERWRITE the 1st submission.
STEP 4 – On the “Application Review” step, click “Submit Application”
The last “Confirmation” step will turn green noting that your application was submitted successfully.
STEP 5 - Edit Application as needed by 11:59 pm ET of Closing Date by returning to USAJOBS and clicking the vacancy, then “Update Application”.
After applications have been reviewed those applicants found qualified will be forwarded to a rating panel to determine applicant ranking. Those applicants found best qualified will be referred to the selecting official. Once a selection is made, the selectee must be approved by an OPM independent Qualifications Review Board, unless the selectee has held a Career SES executive position or has successfully participated in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program.
You may check the status of your application for this position by logging into USAJOBS and clicking on the 'My USAJOBS' tab. Click on 'application' to track your online job application. You will be routed to the USAJOBS Online Application History Page to view the status of your application. When you click the 'More Information' link, you will be able to view more specific information regarding your application within DOORS.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/468785400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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