Regional Director

Clarification from the agency

Applications will be accepted from all qualified candidates.

• The duties may include, but are not limited to:
• Determines program goals and develops plans for the office to meet those goals.
• Determines resources needs, allocates resources, and accounts for their effective use.
• Coordinates activities with the Director, Office of Regional Operations, headquarters, and the other regional offices.
• Recommends to higher management changes in program emphasis and operating guidelines.
• Deals with general personnel management policy matters affecting the regional office and holds employees accountable for performance and conduct.
• Delegates authority to subordinate supervisors and holds them responsible for the performance of their staff functions.
• Assigns appeals cases to administrative judges capable of issuing quality decisions that are consistent with controlling law, rules and regulations.
• Trains and develops administrative judges to reach the full performance level.
• Is responsible for the timely processing of all appeals received by the regional office in accordance with time standards established by the Board.
• Supervises a GS-12 supervisory paralegal and supervises the activities of GS-13 through GS-15 administrative judges, who conduct formal administrative hearings.
• The selectee will manage the Philadelphia, PA office.

Conditions of employment

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
• Complete, if selected, an Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure (SF-278).
• A one-year SES probationary period may be required.
• Veterans Preference is not applicable in the Senior Executive Service.
• Initial appointments are required to serve a 1-year probationary period.
• Background Investigation required.
• You MUST be duly licensed and authorized to practice as an attorney under the laws of a state, Territory, or the District of Columbia.
• Must be an active member of the bar in good standing.
• A financial disclosure will be required if selected.

Qualifications

The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-ONLY. DO NOT submit separate Executive Core Qualifications/Technical Qualifications in lieu of a resume.

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.

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 using 0.8-inch margins and 11-point font. 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.

There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs).

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): The ECQs were designed to assess executive experience and potential, not technical expertise. They measure whether an individual has the broad executive skills needed to succeed in a variety of SES positions. All applicants must address the ECQs. Your resume must address each ECQ and should describe your experiences and accomplishments/results. Your resume should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, scope and complexity of programs managed, program accomplishments, policy initiatives undertaken and the results of your actions.

NOTE: Current career SES members, former career SES members with reinstatement eligibility, and SES Candidate Development Program graduates who have been certified by OPM do NOT need to address the ECQs.

1. Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding: This core qualification involves the 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. (Competencies: Knowledge of the American System of Government, Commitment to the Rule of Law, Civic-Mindedness)

2. Driving Efficiency: This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and sufficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. (Competencies: Fiscal Responsibility, Managing Resources, Leveraging Technology)

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. (Competencies: Technical Skills, Problem Solving, Agility and Resilience)

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. (Competencies: Accountability, Developing Others, Executive Judgement)

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. (Competencies: Operation Mindset, Innovation, Strategic Thinking)For more information regarding the SES and ECQs, please visit SES Executive Core Qualifications.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs):
In addition to the ECQs, applicants must clearly demonstrate in their resume that they meet the following technical qualification(s).

1. Extensive knowledge of and experience in Federal employment law applicable to Federal employees and agencies.
2. Experience in litigation or adjudication, particularly in the impartial resolution of disputes in quasi-judicial and/or administrative forums.
3. Demonstrate skill and proficiency in legal analysis and writing.

How you will be evaluated

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, experience, and education (if applicable). Your application will be rated and ranked by a review board using only the information submitted within the application package. Applicants who do not demonstrate in their resume sufficient possession of the ECQs & TQs will be determined to be ineligible for further consideration. Unless you have already been certified by a Qualifications Review Board (QRB) in the past, you must be certified by a QRB after selection and before appointment can occur.

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/.

To view the application form, visit: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13061884

A complete on-line application will require the submission of the following:

Resume: Your resume should contain information sufficient to make a valid determination that you fully meet the specialized experience requirements as stated in this vacancy announcement. Resume cannot exceed two pages. Only one resume will be reviewed. It is recommended that you include the following information:

• Full name, mailing address, and daytime and evening telephone numbers.
• Educational information, including the name, city, and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type and year of any degrees received.
• Information about your paid and nonpaid work experience related to this position including:
  • Job title (include series and grade if a Federal job)
  • Duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates of employment (month and year)
  • Salary
  • Indicate if we may contact your current supervisor
  • Information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments.

1. 2-page ECQ/TQ based Resume. DO NOT submit Executive Core Qualifications or Technical Qualifications in lieu of a resume.

2. Current or former career SES members must provide an SF-50 showing current status or reinstatement eligibility.

3. Applicants who have successfully completed an OPM-approved SES Candidate Development Programs must submit a copy of their certification.

4. Current or former Federal civilian employees, please provide a copy of your most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action). *Please do not submit an SF-50 from an Award personnel action.

5. Submit the most recent performance appraisal (dated within 18 months) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable (e.g., length of time in current position). A performance plan is not an acceptable substitute.

6. College Transcripts if education is required for meeting basic qualifications and/or used as a substitute for specialized experience. An unofficial copy is sufficient however, if selected; an official college transcript will be required prior to entering on duty. Education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school, college, or university. Foreign education must be evaluated by an approved organization. For additional information, visit DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. All transcripts must be in English or include an English translation.

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.

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