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EXECUTIVE DESIGNATION: This is a position designated as an FHFA Executive by the Director based on the incumbent's influence over and accountability for effectively accomplishing the FHFA mission. Below is a general description of the executive roles and responsibilities representative of FHFA executive positions, followed by a description of the programs and functions managed, the position's reporting structure, and the specific roles and responsibilities assigned to this position.
Learn more about this agency02/04/2020 to 02/18/2020
$229,598 - $292,738 per year
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1 vacancy in the following location:
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Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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Permanent
Full-Time
Competitive
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OCOO-20-01
558097700
Status Candidates (Merit Promotion and VEOA Eligibles)
EXECUTIVE ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Serves as a key advisor to the Director with responsibility for participating in major decisions and general management of FHFA. Provides strategic and operational expertise to the Director.
Oversees the management of assigned organizational unit and/or program area, directing and coordinating the implementation of programs and policies for assigned functional area. Analyzes the implications and impact of current and proposed policies, programs, and practices, with broad discretion to approve courses of action and resolve concerns of major significance.
Leads, motivates, and develops a staff of employees. Evaluates performance in accordance with FHFA guidelines; has authority to make a broad range of human resource decisions including hiring, promotion, adverse actions, performance evaluation/awards, and the development/training/mentoring of staff. Models innovation, creativity, and excellence and encourages the development of those competencies throughout FHFA. Performs these duties following and promoting equal employment opportunity principles.
Establishes objectives and goals in support of the Agency/organization's mission and strategic/operating plans. Develops short- and long-term plans and establishes priorities for the organization. Plans and manages resources with accountability for achievement of organizational goals and objectives and for overall Agency results.
AND/OR
Serves as a senior advisor to the Director, providing advice as a technical authority on complex, mission critical areas where topics have little or no precedent and broad implication.
Description of Organization(s)/Programs Managed and Reporting Structure: Leads and manages the Office of the Chief Operating Officer and subordinate offices with overall responsibility for the administrative functions of the Agency. Reports to the FHFA Director.
Functional Roles and Responsibilities Specific to This Executive Position: Directs the Agency's administrative functions including, but not limited to budget and accounting; personnel; procurement; information technology; records management; audit follow up; facilities; enterprise program and risk management; strategic planning and performance measurement; and emergency, life safety, and continuation of operations through subordinate executives and managers.
Serves as a primary advisor to the Director on Agency operational matters. Provides expert advice and support in all aspects of the management of FHFA operations.
In collaboration with other senior executives, develops, establishes, and directs the execution of operating policies to support the Agency's objectives and goals.
Advises the Director in developing short-term and long-term planning and budget development and execution to support strategic goals.
Coordinates and provides guidance to all FHFA's offices to ensure administrative and operational matters are accomplished consistently and timely in support of the mission of the Agency.
Develops and/or advises on the operational and management strategies, policies, and goals articulated by the Director, collaborating with key staff to ensure that supporting policies and programs are implemented effectively and to attain established priorities.
Provides advice and assistance in all aspects of the management of FHFA including the development of policies, determination of priorities and establishment of Agency goals and objectives. Participates in discussions on policy and program developments, conducts complex analysis of policy and program goals and objectives for the Director to identify and formulate specific policy and program options. Interprets, analyzes, and explains technical and complex materials including laws, regulations, policies, standards, or studies of specific issues.
Communicates to various FHFA offices and to other federal agencies, regulated entities, and external parties on behalf of FHFA. May include representing FHFA at various meetings and gatherings.
Performs other special assignments of a critical, urgent, and confidential nature as assigned by the Director.
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Attorneys with excepted service status may want to apply to announcement OCOO-20-02
If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Veterans.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
FHFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability (physical or mental), age (40 years of age or over), genetic information, parental status, marital status, prior protected EEO activity, political affiliation, or other non-merit factors.
REASONABLE ACCOMODATION:
FHFA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, except when doing so would pose an undue hardship on the Agency. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify FHFA at (202) 649-3963. The Agency's decision on granting a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.
Ethics: FHFA employees are subject to government-wide ethical standards of conduct, financial disclosure requirements, and post-employment prohibitions. In addition, certain FHFA employees are prohibited from accepting compensation from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for a two-year period after terminating employment with FHFA. Furthermore, to avoid financial conflicts-of interest or the appearance of conflicts-of-interest, FHFA employees may need to divest or sell certain assets they, their spouse, or minor children own or control, including securities issued by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, or the Federal Home Loan Banks. Employees who work on Federal Home Loan Bank issues may need to sell or divest financial interests with any of the Federal Home Loan Bank members, which may include stock in bank holding companies, insurance companies, and other financial services firms. Questions regarding these requirements and prohibitions should be directed to the Office of General Counsel at (202) 649-3088.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants meeting the Specialized Experience will be eligible for consideration in this process. You will be rated based on the quality and extent of your leadership and technical experience and accomplishments. Your on-line application, responses to the on-line questions, your ECQ's and other documentation submitted will be used to evaluate you on the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).
All of the information you provide will be verified by a review of the work experience and/or education as shown on your application forms, by checking references or through other means, such as the interview process. This verification could occur at any stage of the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for rating you ineligible.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Your resume showing hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
2. It is strongly recommended that status candidates submit an SF 50 showing highest grade held on a permanent basis in the competitive service. Current executives should use an SF 50 showing they had competitive status.
3. Other supporting documents: Cover Letter, optional
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/18/2020 to receive consideration.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
If you are unable to apply online, you must request an alternative application which is available from the Human Resources Office. Please contact Janice Obeido at janice.obeido@fhfa.gov or (202) 649-3742 to obtain an alternative application.
After all application packages have been received, we will review your materials to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements. We will evaluate each applicant who meets the basic qualifications on the information provided in his/her resume and the completed Occupational Questionnaire. Applicants will be referred based on the evaluation of their resumes, responses to the questionnaire and their ECQ's.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/558097700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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