Clarification from the agency

All Qualified Civil Service Employees: The "civil service" consists of all persons who occupy positions in the executive (includes excepted service), judicial, and legislative branches. Included are experts and consultants who occupy appointive positions, individuals in the Postal Service and the Postal Rate Commission. SES reinstatement eligibles outside the civil service and SESCDP graduates with noncompetitive eligibility may also apply for noncompetitive consideration for this position.

The Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers (FLETC) is looking for two talented Assistant Directors (ADs) of Training in the National Capital Region Training Operations Directorate (NCR) and Core Training Operations Directorate (CTO). These positions report to the Associate Director for Training Operations and may be located in Cheltenham, MD; Glynco, GA; Artesia, NM; and/or Charleston, SC.

The ADs ensure training and organizational goals and objectives are developed, managed and performed effectively, and that component expectations and program requirements are met. The ADs provide broad leadership in matters related to the FLETC's training mission, long-range law enforcement training plans, and executive policy development. The ADs direct the efficient and effective allocation of resources to ensure maximum utilization of training space and/or human and other resources to support the FLETC's law enforcement training mission. The Ads serve to develop, implement and promulgate high-quality, effective training and training management policies enterprise wide. Responsibilities include:

• Providing executive leadership, strategic planning, and quality assurance in the development, delivery, and evaluation of law enforcement training programs.
• Overseeing the development, modification and evaluation of law enforcement training programs designed to meet current and future operational trends and developments.
• Reviewing existing training programs for necessary modification or improvement; reviewing proposals and specifications for new programs; and soliciting input from clientele law enforcement agencies regarding accuracy and timeliness of training provided at training sites.
• Providing oversight and direction to subordinate Deputy Assistant Director/Site Director and managers who administer program policies, budgets, and total resources within the AD's directorate.
• Developing long-range goals and objectives for FLETC to ensure consistency of law enforcement training programs, including evaluation criteria and methodology to quantify merit of format, relevance, and consistency of content and delivery.
• Performing liaison with all Partner Organizations (PO) training executives and other law enforcement departments and agencies; establishing and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with administrators, academia, and staff of universities.
• Representing the FLETC Director, Deputy Director and Associate Director of Training Operation on matters related to law enforcement training management at the departmental level; seeking out and developing law enforcement contacts to expand FLETC's partnerships and program coverage.
• Collaborating with the other ADs to ensure successful integration of law enforcement training management with related programs and operations of other organizational elements of FLETC and POs.
• Directing a subordinate staff of managers and supervisors who control program policies, budgets, and total resources for the directorate, approving travel, training requests, changes in scheduling, staffing requests, position descriptions, personnel recruitment actions, hiring, promotion, and other personnel decisions.
• Providing executive leadership for the conduct of research to forecast future requirements and direction of law enforcement training programs.
• Determining primary focus and cultivating research to design effective and efficient systems and services capable of meeting current and future training requirements to address emerging law enforcement issues and meeting associated training needs.
• Leading efforts in balancing organizational transformation with business continuity through the establishment and maintenance of a creative and innovative workplace that enables organizational agility, excellence, continuous learning, and professional growth.

Note: Secondary Administrative Law Enforcement Officer retirement coverage is being offered for this position.

Transfer Requirement for CSRS: To be eligible for secondary coverage, an employee must: - Transfer without a break in service exceeding 3 days directly from a primary position to a secondary position; AND Be continuously employed in a secondary position since moving from a primary position; except a break in employment in secondary positions that begins with an involuntary separation (not for cause) and/or voluntary breaks in service that began prior to January 20, 1988.

Transfer Requirement for FERS: To be eligible for secondary coverage, an employee must: - Transfer without a break in service exceeding 3 days directly from a primary position to a secondary position; AND Have completed 3 years of service in a primary position, including any such service during which no FERS deductions were withheld; AND - Be continuously employed in a secondary position since moving from a rigorous position; except a break in employment in secondary positions that begins with an involuntary separation (not for cause).

Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. citizen to be considered for this position.
• A pre-employment drug test is required for this position.
• You are required to pass a background investigation and fingerprint check.
• You must complete a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE 278.
• You must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI (4N - Special Sensitive) security clearance.
• One-year probationary period is required, unless excepted by regulation.
• The DHS Office of General Counsel will enforce prohibitions on prohibited personnel practices and not the Office of Special Counsel.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Position is eligible for situational-only telework based on agency policy. (This is NOT a remote position)
• This is an SES position and requires a signed mobility agreement to relocate as necessary.
• Emergency Essential position required to sustain operations under all conditions such as in the event of a localized emergency situation and/or to ensure Continuity of Operations for Mission Essential Functions or Primary Mission Essential Functions.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state issued driver's license to conduct official government business.
• Must possess, or submit to, a Single Scope Background Investigation adjudicated to Intelligence Community Directive 704 standards.
• Must currently hold, or submit to, a Tier 5 investigation to a Top Secret clearance and access to Sensitive Compartmented Information and must sign the applicable non-disclosure agreements.

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.

Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the GS -14 /15 grade level in the federal service or its equivalent in the private sector. To meet the minimum qualification requirements, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) 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).

REQUIRED SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR: In order to be considered for this position you must:

A. Possess experience as a sworn law enforcement officer or agent with full arrest authority in the prevention, detection, apprehension, detention and/or investigation of felony and/or misdemeanor violations of federal, state, local, tribal, or military criminal laws;
-OR-
B. Have held a federal civilian position in the 1801 occupational series.

If you are currently serving under a Career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointment, eligible for reinstatement into the SES, or a graduate of an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (CDP): You must address the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) within your two-page resume. A separate narrative statement specifically addressing the MTQs will not be considered. They must be included within your two-page resume.

If you are not currently serving under a Career SES appointment (new entrants): You must address the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) within your two-page resume. A separate narrative statement specifically addressing the ECQs and MTQs will not be considered. They must be included with your two-page resume.

A sample two (2) page resume that incorporates ECQs and MTQs can be viewed on this link (indexed at page 16-17), Guide to SES Qualifications and the Qualifications Review Board and Senior Executive Service Qualifications & Fundamental-Competencies.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): As a basic requirement for entry into the SES, applicants must provide evidence of progressively responsible executive leadership and supervisory experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) listed in the "Required Documents" section below.

Your resume must address each ECQ separately and demonstrate the underlying competencies. Examples should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities; the scope and complexity of the programs, activities, or services you managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues you addressed; and the results of your actions. You should use action-oriented leadership words to describe your experience and accomplishments and quantify your experience wherever possible to demonstrate your accomplishments (e.g., number of employees supervised; size of budget managed; amount of money saved, etc.).

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): All new entrants into the 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 MTQs, 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. Click here for specific leadership competencies applicable to ECQ 1.
• 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. Click here for specific leadership competencies applicable to ECQ 2.
• 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. Click here for specific leadership competencies applicable to ECQ 3.
• 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. Click here for specific leadership competencies applicable to ECQ 4.
• 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. Click here for specific leadership competencies applicable to ECQ 5.

MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION (MTQ)s: In addition to the Executive Core Qualifications, all candidates must show evidence of the following TQs below in order to meet basic qualifications for this position. Please give examples and explain how often you used your skills, the complexity of the knowledge possessed, the level of people you interacted with, the sensitivity of the issues you handled managing a large public or private sector organization that administers complex, rules-based benefits or services, etc.

MTQ 1 - Applicant must possess experience as a sworn law enforcement officer or agent with full arrest authority in the prevention, detection, apprehension, detention and/or investigation of felony and/or misdemeanor violations of federal, state, local, tribal, or military criminal laws. Applicant must demonstrate law enforcement experience applying federal, state, and local laws, investigative techniques, rules of evidence and criminal procedures, and precedent court decisions concerning the admissibility of evidence, constitutional rights, search and seizure, and related law enforcement matters. Applicant must possess senior management level leadership experience overseeing operational or law enforcement training programs. -OR-
Must have held a position in the 1801 occupational series. Applicant must possess senior management level leadership experience overseeing operational or law enforcement training programs.

MTQ 2 - Demonstrated experience in applying program management principles and practices required to develop training policy, programs, strategies, and operating practices; to evaluate and assess overall accomplishment and to provide long-range planning and goal setting for directorate, including issues involving resource allocation. Applicant must possess senior management level leadership experience overseeing operational or law enforcement training programs.

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.

View common definitions of terms found in this announcement: Common Definitions.

How you will be evaluated

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

A multi-step process is used to evaluate and refer applicants:

1. Minimum requirements: Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. Your application must show that you meet all requirements including the education and/or experience required for this position. You may be rated "not qualified" if you do not possess the qualification requirements for the position. If your application is incomplete, you may be found "ineligible".

2. Rating and Ranking: If you meet minimum qualifications, your Application Package will be further reviewed to determine if you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQ) listed above. ECQs and MTQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed. A panel of subject matter experts will review your application and evaluate your qualifications for this position based on the information in your application. Your application will be rated, based on the extent and quality of your experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of this position. Highly/Top Qualified applicants may undergo one or more interviews and may be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.

3. Referral: If you are among the Highly/Top Qualified candidates, your application will be referred to a selecting official for consideration and possible interview. The DHS Executive Resources Board (ERB) will review the results and make recommendations on final selections to the ERB Chair and appointing authority, where final interviews and reference checks may occur. 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 SES CDEP 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/.

Your supporting documents are an integral part of the process for determining your qualifications for the position. If your responses are not supported by your resume, you will be eliminated from consideration. After reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, if a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Incomplete or late applications will not receive further consideration.

A complete application includes items described below. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).

Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants.

1. Resume: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages (i.e., 1 page that is double-sided or 2 pages that are one-side each) showing all relevant experience. If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. Applicants seeking initial career appointment to Senior Executive Service (SES) must include evidence of the ECQs and MTQs. PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER. Please do not send resumes with photos.

2. Copy of Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50): Current and former career employees eligible for reinstatement, and SES members must provide a copy of their latest SF-50 showing proof of career or career-conditional status or reinstatement eligibility and the highest promotion potential of a position held on a career or career-conditional basis.

3. Candidates who have successfully completed an Office of Personnel Management approved SES CDP must submit a copy of their ECQ certification. (If Applicable)

4. Performance Appraisal (current Federal employees only): a copy of a complete performance appraisal issued within the last 12 months. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Extraneous materials such as passports, pictures, award certificates, recommendation letters, etc., will not be considered.

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