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Director for Office of Workforce Administration and Management

Department of Energy
Department of Energy - Agency Wide
Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer

Summary

Shape the Future of Energy: Join the Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer!

As part of Department of Energy's Human Capital Immediate Office, you will be at the heart of our operations. This is your opportunity to leverage your expertise at an enterprise scale, champion modern HR solutions, and lead a mission-driven team dedicated to organizational excellence.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Posted yesterday · Apply by 08/13/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on August 13, 2026
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$199,172 - $228,000 per year
Pay scale & grade
ES 00
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
Yes
Federal service type
This job is in the Senior Executive Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Position sensitivity and risk
High Risk (HR)
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required
Yes
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
26-HC-00981-13021381-ES
Control number
878603800

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Clarification from the agency

Open to All U.S. Citizens

Duties

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The Office of Workforce Administration and Management (OWAM) supports DOE mission and program objectives through developing the Department's human capital management framework i.e., policies, procedures, etc., and administering various human capital programs; Leading the Department's union-related activities including, supporting supervisors and managers in their day-to-day engagement with our union partners; Advising and guiding supervisors and managers in effectively leading their staffs by addressing conduct and performance issues and supporting employees and supervisors in reaching reasonable accommodations; and Investigating allegations of inappropriate conduct leading to a hostile or harassing work environment.

Your role as the Director for Office of Workforce Administration and Management:

  • Executive Leadership & Strategic Direction: Provide executive leadership and expert policy guidance for Department-wide human capital initiatives, directing the Office of Workforce Administration and Management (OWAM) and framing strategic plans based on objective evaluations of long-term agency goals.
  • Labor & Employee Relations Management: Oversee and direct the Department's labor-management relations, including bargaining unit negotiations, administration of Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBAs), resolution of union-management disputes, and representation of management in third-party proceedings (e.g., MSPB, FSIP, FMCS, and FLRA).

  • Policy Development & Compliance: Evaluate, develop, and implement department-wide human capital policies, ensuring strict compliance with applicable laws, executive and regulatory issuances, and legislative changes while translating regulatory directives into unified DOE strategies.

  • Operational Oversight & Resource Management: Direct internal organization, staffing, budgets, and personnel authorities necessary block to achieve mission objectives; optimize resource allocation and provide technical and administrative supervision over subordinate divisions.

  • Executive Advisement & Advocacy: Serve as the principal executive advisor on complex, highly sensitive issues related to employee conduct, performance, suitability, and labor relations, representing the Department in consultations with key Congressional officials, high-level stakeholders, and external entities.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
  • Subject to a 1-year SES probationary period (unless already completed).
  • Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
  • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
  • File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report OGE-278 within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.
There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents:

Qualifications

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

APPLICANTS MUST MEET ALL OF THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION.

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume must clearly demonstrate that you possess the following technical qualifications.

TQ #1: Demonstrated experience and a history of demonstrated success in managing integrated Human Resources programs to include policy, work-life programs, drug and alcohol testing, disability resources, performance management, benefits, employee & labor relations.

TQ #2: Demonstrated ability to direct strategic and tactical planning and execution of human resources products and services to enhance customer service in areas of timeliness, responsiveness, quality, and productivity.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs:

  • ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.
  • ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.
  • ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
  • ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.
  • ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.
Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.

Education

There are no education requirements for this position.

Additional information

Veterans Preference: Veterans' preference is not applicable to the SES.

Mobility: Organizational and geographical mobility is essential in developing and managing SES leaders. Individuals selected for SES positions members may be subject to reassignment across geographical, organizational, and functional lines, and may be required to sign a Reassignment Rights and Obligation Agreement.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement: http://www.eeoc.gov/federal/index.cfm

Employment Information Resources - Resource Center: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to

Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx)

OPM must authorize any employment offers made to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employees in the executive branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

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

Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. If you meet minimum qualifications, your Application Package will be further reviewed to determine if you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) listed above. ECQs and TQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. Highly Qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.

Upon selection, if not already a member of the SES serving under a career appointment, the individual selected must have his/her executive qualifications certified by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB) before appointment to this position. The selected individual's application will be forwarded to the OPM for review and certification by the QRB, unless the selectee provides evidence of their noncompetitive status (i.e., a current SES, OPM QRB certified SESCDP graduate, or SES reinstatement eligible). Upon QRB certification, the selected individual will be required to serve a one-year probationary period. For more information regarding the SES, go to https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/.

Department of Energy - Agency Wide

Agency contact information

Sharein Roman Camacho
Email
sharein.camacho@hq.doe.gov
Address
Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer
Department of Energy
Human Capital Shared Service Center
1000 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20585
US

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