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This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) Office. As part of the effort to protect the nation from weapons of mass destruction, including chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) threats, the CWMD Office is established as a national office within the Department of Homeland Security.
01/06/2021 to 02/05/2021
$132,552 - $199,300 per year
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1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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Permanent
Full-Time
Senior Executive
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Yes
DE-11003498-21-MBB
588734700
Those who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
All groups of qualified individuals - ALL US CITIZENS
Within the general framework of OHS CWMD, and other Federal policy, regulations and guidance, the incumbent directs complex administrative, technical, and professional services, directly affecting a large, complex multi-mission organization. The incumbents work efforts directly affects administration management (to include, budgeting, accounting, facilities management, security, contracting, procurement, and acquisition); information technology; civilian personnel administration; training and development; and other varied mission support services and activities. Provides for the control, coordination, and continuity of enterprise programs and operations by accomplishing the necessary interface with higher headquarters, and by working with key senior leaders across OHS and CWMD in developing plans for programs, services, and products. In this capacity, the incumbent leads the organization in accomplishing the following:
Confers with the CWMD Assistant Secretary, key senior leaders and other stakeholders regarding problem areas or projected major changes in the enterprise mission support services, programs, and products. Recommends policy, organization, and operational procedures regarding management of CWMD. Reviews matters of CWMD significance to ensure that procedures are in accord with the policies and plans. Identifies and monitors actual or potential problem areas and recommends a specific course of action that will resolve the problem or correct deficient service support.
Establishes new and innovative means for improving the stewardship of all CWMD resources, including appropriated funds and personnel to ensure the effective use of same in accordance with the Government Performance and Results Act, the Anti-Deficiency Act, other applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, and OHS/HQ directives and policies. Initiates innovative management practices and cost-saving measures to include integration, process improvement, and standardization; and data-based cost and quality controls. Identifies and eliminates duplicative products, services, and processes; and establishes governance processes that eliminate organizational stovepipes and facilitate the efficient conduct of business. Reviews and approves cost estimates on work to be performed and analyzes progress reports and staff studies. Provides guidance to other senior executives and key stakeholders across CWMD in determining priorities to ensure the expeditious accomplishment of mission operations. Coordinates efforts where correlation of intra-enterprise functions and problems are involved. Obtains data and recommendations pursuant to managerial problems and makes final decision on all matters not otherwise delegated.
Establishes and maintains an Enterprise Services knowledge management system that contains forms, policies, standard operating procedures, directives, and other public information concerning the following: administration management (to include, budgeting, accounting, facilities management contracting, procurement, and acquisition); information technology; civilian personnel administration; and training and development Ensures the transparency of managerial- and executive-level decision-making and promotes a unitary approach to codifying decisions that support unity-of-effort in the Enterprise Services. Conducts investigations of problems and ensures satisfactory resolution of all problems. Ensures an appropriate context for applying historic and contemporary decisions to current work, goals, and objectives.
Establishes and maintains working relationships with higher headquarters for purposes of resolving conflicts and assuring optimum control and coordination of programs and operations of high priority or special emphasis. Assists in developing the long-range objectives for CWMD in terms of assigned and projected missions pertaining to facilities, systems, controls, and management requirements of an unusual nature.
Exercises broad direction on general program matters and provides general operating policies to the Assistant Secretary and other senior leaders. Through subordinate staff and other Senior Executives, Directors, and Division and Office Chiefs, provides leadership and direction for the CWMD enterprise workforce by exercising final authority for a full range of personnel actions. Approves strategic and operational plans, policies, programs, and procedures. Reviews and approves proposals for reorganization of subordinate units. Through Senior Executives of major organizations, assigns and reviews work; monitors accomplishments for timeliness and acceptability; and provides advice, counsel, and instruction.
DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules; telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities. For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Employee Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more. (https://www.opm.gov/news/releases/2016/08/newly-established-leave-policy-gives-disabled-veterans-more-time-to-address-medical-issues-1/)
Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires each and every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation for Top Secret/SCI clearance as a condition of placement in this Special Sensitive position. This review includes financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.
Veteran's Preference - Veteran's Preference does NOT apply to the SES positions.
Relocation expenses will not be paid.
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.
Pursuant to Executive Order 12654 and DHS policy, DHS is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and, therefore, conducts random and other drug testing of its employees in order to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. Headquarters personnel in safety- or security-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing and all applicants tentatively selected for employment at DHS Headquarters are subject to drug testing resulting in a negative test result.
If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.
DHS uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, education and experience. Your resume will be evaluated by an SES rating and ranking panel, and afterwards, highly qualified candidates may undergo an interview and a reference check. The DHS Executive Resources Board (ERB) will review results and make recommendations on final selections to the appointing authority where final interviews and reference checks may occur. Only the selectee will be required to write Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) narratives. Unless you have already been certified by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board (QRB) in the past, your ECQs must be certified by the QRB before appointment can occur.
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.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package MUST be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/05/2021.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/588734700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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