Defense Human Resource Agency's mission is to provide program support, information management, and administrative services to the DoD Components on human resource matters and to collect, archive, and provide management information, research, and analysis of human resources and other related functional area databases for the DoD.
This a Tier 2 position in the Senior Executive Service (SES).
Summary
Defense Human Resource Agency's mission is to provide program support, information management, and administrative services to the DoD Components on human resource matters and to collect, archive, and provide management information, research, and analysis of human resources and other related functional area databases for the DoD.
This a Tier 2 position in the Senior Executive Service (SES).
Lead the development of a collaborative, service oriented and client centric culture through maintaining a keen focus on building client relationships, enhancing knowledge centered support, developing talent, ensuring ownership and accountability, and adopting best practice processes and systems to achieve operational excellence. This service to satisfaction, focused environment encompasses all business functions necessary to determine service requirements, secure necessary funding, establish service agreements, and execute contracts with external vendors.
Develop both operational strategies and requirements centric services and support to achieve enterprise mission outcomes to achieve complete compliance with applicable laws, regulations and policies.
Manage daily operations and service delivery and/or oversee the implementation of programs and processes that ensure robust monitoring of financial transactions and budget, contracts and technical execution of enterprise requirements
Develop the plans, action, and milestones for developing policy and programs to implement major initiatives in any financial, contracts, mission support and technical solutions
Leads senior governance bodies, working groups, task forces, and ad hoc groups designed to build consensus for DoD with interagency partners and organizational initiatives. Advises and assists HQ DHRA and interagency partners on all policy issues. Monitors, analyzes, and evaluates changes in legislation, policies, and regulations that may impact DSSC programs.
Encourages shared leadership among the DSSC staff based on technical skills and expertise. Pursues development of policies and practices that endorse and facilitate consistent communication and participation throughout the DSSC staff.
Exercise executive level direction over all aspects of program development, testing, marketing, training, implementation and service delivery.
Identify and pursue new concepts, new applications, and innovations that can be effectively, economically, and seamlessly incorporated into applicable programs. Analyze, study, and assess a wide variety of management and operability issues driven by DoD and Component operational and system considerations.
Provide interpretation of necessary regulations and directives relating to program development, implementation, and management. Assure effective implementation of these policies through extensive evaluation and direct management.
Provide leadership, oversight, and direction of core, information oriented support functions and programs that reside within DHRA and impact the Field Activity to include the DHRA Privacy Program and the DHRA responses to Freedom of Information Act requests.
Manage and direct the planning of process analyses and evaluations to determine effectiveness, strategic alignment and quality of enterprise shared services and customer satisfaction
Coordinates and oversees the completion of staff actions that are consistent with legislative direction and organizational goals. Proactively works to expand partnerships with the state and local communities, other government agencies, and relevant stakeholders to promote the DSSC mission.
The incumbent exchanges information and advice and coordinates actions with DoD Components, as required, to carry out assigned responsibilities and functions; uses established facilities and services in DoD and other Government Agencies, whenever practicable, to achieve maximum efficiency and economy and nongovernmental agencies, as required, to carry out assigned responsibilities and functions.
Establishes and articulates organizational objectives to ensure alignment of human resources objectives. Develops and supervises a program of planned training and development for the military, contractor, and civilian staff to ensure maximum efficiency in performance of duties and outcomes, and to encourage incumbent self-development efforts. Ensures a continuing affirmative application of DHRA policies concerning equal opportunity.
Ensures that personnel management accomplishes goals (within the organizational entity under supervision) without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, handicap, or national origin. Is responsible for keeping abreast of developments, policy issuances, and other similar material in the equal opportunity field and for fully supporting the DHRA Equal Opportunity Program.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
Veteran preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service
Must be able to obtain/maintain Special Sensitive/Top Secret SCI clearance
Designated and/or random drug testing is required
Supplemental narrative addressing each Executive Core Qualification (ECQ) - 10 pages total
Supplemental narrative addressing each Technical Qualification (TQ) - 2 pages per TQ
Mobility Agreement: All newly appointed Career SES leaders must sign the Reassignment Rights obligations Agreement as a condition of appointment into the SES.
Probationary Period: You will serve a one-year Senior Executive Service (SES) probationary period unless you previously completed the probationary period in the SES.
Financial Disclosure: Senior Executives are required to comply with the provisions of the Ethics in Government Act, PL 95-521, which requires the submission of a financial disclosure statement (OGE-278), upon assuming an SES position.
Senior Executives are required to complete a "Declaration of Federal Employment," (OF 306), prior to being appointed to determine your suitability for Federal employment and to authorize a background check.
Overtime: None
Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
Tour of Duty: Set Schedule
Telework: Situational telework eligible
This is an Emergency Essential position.
Qualifications
EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs):
Applicants must submit written statements (narrative format ) describing accomplishments that would satisfy the ECQs. You must address each ECQ separately. You are required to respond to all ECQs. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as 'ineligible.' Additional information on the ECQs is available at www.opm.gov/ses/recruitment/ecq.asp. Each accomplishment should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed, and results of your actions. Do not exceed a total of 10 pages for ECQ narratives.
ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.
ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.
ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.
TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQ): All applicants must submit written statements (narrative format) of accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. You must address each technical qualification separately. Please limit your written statements to 2 pages per technical qualification.
1. Skill in employing effective management techniques managing the activities of multiple faceted organizations with diverse missions with differing views of relative issue importance while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction across the entire portfolio.
2. Skill in employing cost effective measures to ensure streamlined organizational performance resulting in a high level of customer satisfaction.
3. Demonstrated knowledge and expertise in leading strategic initiatives that produce high quality results via collaborative sessions with multiple individuals and stakeholders at the Senior level with divergent views.
4. Knowledge and demonstrated familiarity with statutory and regulatory framework for civilian personnel management, and with federal civilian personnel management policies, processes and legislative activities.
Education
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this position.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume and supporting documents, for the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience and education as it relates to the fundamental competencies, identified below. Your application will be evaluated by an Executive Evaluation Panel rating and ranking panel, and highly qualified candidates may be contacted for an interview and to provide reference checks.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Resume- Your resume listing your name, contact information, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted by an applicant, only the last resume submitted will be referred for consideration.
2. ECQs-. Applicants who currently hold or previously held permanent SES or equivalent positions (e.g. DISES, SIS, SNIS) are encouraged to submit updated ECQs, but may submit ECQs previously used in the executive hiring process.Your narrative statement should include specific examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the position. . Your narratives should be no more than 2 pages per ECQ, not to exceed a total of 10 pages. More information on how to prepare/address ECQs can be found at www.opm.gov/ses.
3. Technical Qualifications - Completed supplemental narrative in a separate document that gives specific examples of work experiences addressing each technical qualification. Your narrative should be no more than 2 pages per technical qualification.
4. Transcripts- If applicable, 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.
5. Standard Form (SF) 50 - If you are a current or former Federal civilian employee, you must submit your last or most recent SF-50 showing grade and tenure. Current and former career SES or equivalent members must provide an SF-50 showing their status or reinstatement eligibility.
DO NOT submit additional information (i.e. awards, appraisals, pages in excess of the limit for the MTQs and/or ECQs).
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. Your application must include your written statements addressing all five of the Executive Core Qualifications and each of the Technical Qualification statements. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Applications mailed using government postage or through an internal federal government mail system will not be considered.
Once your application is received we will conduct a review of your application package to ensure all required documents have been received. All applications that have all required documents will be forwarded to management for panel review and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 90 days of the closing date of the announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.
Defense Human Resources Activity
4800 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22350-110
US
Next steps
Once you successfully complete the application process, you will receive a notification of receipt. Your application package will be reviewed to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and qualifications requirements, and you will receive a notification. A review will be made of the documentation you submitted to support your responses. A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter.
A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Resume- Your resume listing your name, contact information, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. If multiple resumes are submitted by an applicant, only the last resume submitted will be referred for consideration.
2. ECQs-. Applicants who currently hold or previously held permanent SES or equivalent positions (e.g. DISES, SIS, SNIS) are encouraged to submit updated ECQs, but may submit ECQs previously used in the executive hiring process.Your narrative statement should include specific examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the position. . Your narratives should be no more than 2 pages per ECQ, not to exceed a total of 10 pages. More information on how to prepare/address ECQs can be found at www.opm.gov/ses.
3. Technical Qualifications - Completed supplemental narrative in a separate document that gives specific examples of work experiences addressing each technical qualification. Your narrative should be no more than 2 pages per technical qualification.
4. Transcripts- If applicable, 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.
5. Standard Form (SF) 50 - If you are a current or former Federal civilian employee, you must submit your last or most recent SF-50 showing grade and tenure. Current and former career SES or equivalent members must provide an SF-50 showing their status or reinstatement eligibility.
DO NOT submit additional information (i.e. awards, appraisals, pages in excess of the limit for the MTQs and/or ECQs).
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account. You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application. Your application must include your written statements addressing all five of the Executive Core Qualifications and each of the Technical Qualification statements. You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
Applications mailed using government postage or through an internal federal government mail system will not be considered.
Once your application is received we will conduct a review of your application package to ensure all required documents have been received. All applications that have all required documents will be forwarded to management for panel review and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 90 days of the closing date of the announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.
Defense Human Resources Activity
4800 Mark Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22350-110
US
Next steps
Once you successfully complete the application process, you will receive a notification of receipt. Your application package will be reviewed to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and qualifications requirements, and you will receive a notification. A review will be made of the documentation you submitted to support your responses. A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter.
A list of qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official. All applicants reviewed and/or referred will receive a notification letter. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
