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SUPERVISORY PROGRAM MANAGER

Department of Labor
Employment and Training Administration
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Summary

The Employment and Training Administration (ETA) contributes to the more efficient functioning of the U.S. labor market by providing high quality job training, employment, labor market information, and income maintenance services primarily through state and local workforce development systems. 

This position is outside the bargaining unit.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
05/03/2022 to 05/16/2022
Salary
$145,831 to - $176,300 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 15
Location
Chicago, IL
1 vacancy
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
25% or less - You may be required to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
15 - This position is at the Full-Performance level (FPL).
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
High Risk (HR)
Trust determination process
Announcement number
DE-22-DAL-ETA-148
Control number
652087100

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Clarification from the agency

U.S. Citizens. ICTAP/CTAP eligibles in the local commuting area. Also advertised as job #MS-22-DAL-ETA-148 for status applicants; to be considered for each, apply to BOTH jobs.

Duties

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Incumbent will perform the following:

  • Advises and assists the Regional Administrator on strategic planning, policy, program operations, and performance accountability for the development and administration of a national workforce development system.
  • Manages and directs the work of one or more Divisions, and advise and assist the Regional Administrator and other ETA executive staff on all matters within the scope of assigned Divisions of responsibility.
  • Coordinate the resolution of issues and implementation of action plans as appropriate, ensuring that all unit/Division efforts are strategically aligned in furtherance of developing an effective workforce development system that benefits America’s workers and employers.
  • Responsible for establishing long and short-range plans and projects, identifying and resolving critical operating problems, determining the need for, and directing the conduct of special studies and management improvement reviews; approving or disapproving proposals and recommendations submitted.
  • Serves as the chief spokesperson and focal point for overall workforce development system activities and issues within the scope of responsibility of the unit(s)/Division(s).  Effectively represents the Department and the Regional Office internally and externally. Effectively communicates Departmental and Agency priorities.
  • Develop annual monitoring/technical assistance plans to accomplish organizational goals, establish systems and methods to ensure efficient and effective management of resources; modify resource allocations in response to changes in plans, goals or conditions; establish evaluation systems to measure the quality of program products and services. 

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment to this position may require a background investigation.
  • Subject to financial disclosure requirements.
  • Requires a probationary period if the requirement has not been met.
  • Requires supervisory probationary period if requirement has not been met.
  • Must be at least 16 years old and a U.S. Citizen.

Applicants must meet all legal and regulatory requirements. Reference the "Required Documents" section for additional requirements.

Notification Concerning COVID-19 Vaccinations.  As required by Executive Order 14043, Federal executive branch employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by law.  If selected, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and to submit documentation of proof of vaccination or to be in the process of requesting an exception to the vaccination requirement before appointment or onboarding with the agency.  The agency will provide additional information regarding which forms of documentation can be accepted and how you can request to be considered for a legally required exception from this requirement.  

Currently, implementation and enforcement of Executive Order 14043 has been suspended pursuant to an injunction pending further litigation.

You may not be aware, but in the regulations for agency ethics programs, there are requirements for supervisors. Section 2638.103 of Title 5 of the CFR states:

Every supervisor in the executive branch has a heightened personal responsibility for advancing government ethics. It is imperative that supervisors serve as models of ethical behavior for subordinates. Supervisors have a responsibility to help ensure that subordinates are aware of their ethical obligations under the Standards of Conduct and that subordinates know how to contact agency ethics officials. Supervisors are also responsible for working with agency ethics officials to help resolve conflicts of interests and enforce government ethics laws and regulations, including those requiring certain employees to file financial disclosure reports. In addition, supervisors are responsible, when requested, for assisting agency ethics officials in evaluating potential conflicts of interest and identifying positions subject to financial disclosure requirements.

Qualifications

Applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, GS-14, in the Federal Service.

Specialized experience is typically in or directly related to the work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and actual experience to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position.

Specialized experience for this position is defined as:

  • Applying comprehensive knowledge of employment and training programs, policies, legislation, regulations, and Uniform Administrative Requirements to the management of Federally-funded grant programs;
  • Managing complex employment and training programs and activities within an integrated workforce system at the Federal, state, or local level;
  • Working collaboratively and maintaining cooperative relationships with officials in Federal, state, and local government agencies and public entities;
  • Communicating effectively in oral and written presentations to officials, staff, and the general public;
  • Setting goals, managing projects, tracking progress, and evaluating outcomes;
  • Managing staff and financial resources to achieve agency goals and enhance staff performance and professional development.

Education

There is no education substitution for experience at this grade level.

Additional information

Persons who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or have speech disabilities, please dial 711 to access telecommunications relay services.

DOL seeks to attract and retain a high-performing and diverse workforce in which employees' differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse customers we serve. DOL fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility, and fairness so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

Refer to these links for more information: GENERAL INFORMATION, ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION, FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES

Position Telework eligibility is determined by management based on position duties during the recruitment process. Employee participation in telework on a routine or situational basis is determined by management primarily based on business needs.  Employees participating in telework are subject to the terms and conditions of the Department of Labor’s Telework Program.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

If you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be evaluated against the evaluation factors below and will be placed into a category based on your vacancy question responses.

Categories

Category A - Meets the basic qualification requirements for the vacancy and has successful experience in the same or similar job that has demonstrated superior proficiency in applying critical competencies required by this position to work of increased levels of difficulty and complexity.

Category B - Meets the basic qualification requirements for the vacancy and demonstrates satisfactory proficiency in the critical competencies required by this position.

Category C - Meets the specialized experience described in the minimum qualifications requirements section of this announcement and demonstrates proficiency in the basic competencies.

Evaluation Factors (Competencies) - All qualified applicants will be evaluated on the following key competencies:

Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.

Interpersonal Skills - Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.

Leadership - Influences, motivates, and challenges others; adapts leadership styles to a variety of situations.

Written Communication - Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience

Oral Communication  - Makes clear and convincing oral presentations. Listens effectively; clarifies information as needed.

The information you provide on your resume may be verified by a review of your work experience, employment start/end dates/hours worked and/or education, by checking references and through other means (ex. interview). The examining Office of Human Resources (OHR) makes the final determination concerning applicant ratings. Your resume MUST provide sufficient information to substantiate your responses to the vacancy questions. If not, the OHR may amend your responses to more accurately reflect the level of competency indicated by the content of your resume. Your evaluation may also include a review by a Human Resources Specialist or panel and may include other assessments (ex. interview, panel review, written test, writing sample, etc.)

INFORMATION FOR ICTAP/CTAP ELIGIBLE(S) ONLY: If you are eligible for special priority selection under ICTAP/CTAP, you must be well-qualified for the position to receive consideration. ICTAP/CTAP eligible(s) who are placed into Category B or higher will be considered "well-qualified." Be sure to review DOL Account Eligibility Questions #24 to reflect that you are applying as an ICTAP or CTAP eligible and submit supporting documentation. Click Application of Veterans Preference for Category Rating Jobs for more information.


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