Clarification from the agency

Applications will be accepted from current CFTC employees.

As the Deputy Inspector General (Deputy IG) in the OIG, the incumbent serves as the alter ego to the Inspector General and provides expert and authoritative advice on highly specialized matters of utmost difficulty, sensitivity, scope and urgency.  The Deputy IG shares fully in the direction of all phases of the OIG’s program and work and their opinion and direction is treated as if given by the Inspector General. Further, the Deputy IG acts on behalf of the Inspector General in her/his absence, or as delegated by the Inspector General, to make decisions, supervise OIG staff and produce results.  If selected for this position you will be responsible for directing and/or executing the following major functions and activities:

• Conducts and supervises independent and objective audits, evaluations, and investigations relating to key agency programs and operations. Ensures Office resources are effectively utilized and provides guidance and technical direction, delegates OIG duties and responsibilities as appropriate, and ensures an effective and technically knowledgeable staff is maintained.
• Oversees all OIG investigations and provides legal advice on complex and difficult issues pertaining to criminal and administrative investigations conducted under the purview of the IG, including, but not limited to, those involving investigative jurisdiction, law enforcement authorities, administrative and criminal allegations, subpoenas duces tecum and other related matters.
• Oversee the development and implementation of program audits, evaluations, and their scope, methodology and measurement criteria, and estimates of resources required. Determines goals and objectives that require additional emphasis; determines the best approach or solutions for issues and works closely with high level program officials.  Shares full responsibility with the Inspector General for developing operating procedures necessary for the conduct of the OIG activity between the OIG and the Commission, and between the OIG and other units of the CFTC. The Deputy IG works to solicit views of program managers to obtain input on suggestions for audit, evaluation, and investigative programs, and provides timely, useful, documented analyses and feedback to program managers on the audit, inspection, investigation, and other review processes.
• Responsible for high level review of legislation and regulations and coordinating action to establish and present the views of the IG with regard to economy and efficiency in the administration of Agency programs, or prevention and detection of fraud, waste, and abuse as mandated in the IG Act.  Directs projects on a variety of topics based on requests from Congress, the Commission, and others, at the discretion of the IG.
• Responsible for drafting internal policy, advising on policymaking, and collaborating across organizational lines on agency-wide issues in accordance with the Inspector General Act of 1978, as amended (IG Act) or law.
• Directs audits and evaluations under the general supervision of the IG and in accordance with applicable standards, including preliminary research/survey as the basis for the concept and design of audits and evaluations.  Delivers oral reports and presentations to CFTC management during and at the conclusion of audits and evaluations, discussing findings and tentative recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness of program operations.  Oversees preparation of written reports for review and approval by the IG and presents final reports to the Commission and appropriate members of Agency management.  Monitors and evaluates the implementation of report recommendations by management and reports progress in this area to the IG. Appraises the adequacy of corrective actions taken to improve programs and operations. 
• Assists in executive leadership, direction, management and conduct of a full range of administrative and advisory services. Manages programs or projects as assigned, including directing the work of others as it pertains to matters of legal sufficiency. Works under time pressures, establishing and adjusting work priorities to accommodate unexpected developments, and must effectively communicate with the IG, members of Congress and Congressional staff, the CFTC Chairman, CFTC Commissioners, CFTC General Counsel and other top executives in the federal government and private sector.
• Advises on Privacy Act and Freedom of Information Act matters involving the OIG. May represent the OIG in administrative proceedings or courts of law on matters. concerning enforcement or interpretation of the authorities given to the office by the IG Act.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship
• TS/SCI clearance required
• Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered for Selective Service
• May be subject to a two-year trial period.
• You must be an active member of the bar in good standing.

Your resume must include information that emphasizes progressive leadership responsibilities for positions held to include the scope and complexity, program accomplishments, and results of executive actions taken.  Additionally the resume must include information that addresses how your qualifications relate to the Mandatory Technical Qualification (MTQs) and the Executive Core Competencies (ECCs).

Qualifications

Bar Membership: Currently an active member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory of the United States, District of Columbia, or Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

Applicants are responsible for citing minimum qualifications such as JD and Bar membership information (institution name, state for bar, and dates) on their respective resumes. Failure to supply details will result in an incomplete application.

AND

To qualify for the CT-16 level you must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (GS/CT-15 level).  Specialized experience is defined through which one has gained experience managing and directing highly technical and complex oversight functions such as audits, evaluations, investigations, and analysis of program functions, which involve major aspects of key agency-wide administrative and operations policy.  This specialized experience includes leadership, direction, management and conduct of a full range of administrative and advisory services including directing the work of others as it pertains to matters of legal sufficiency.

In addition, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Competencies (ECCs) 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 and accomplishments applicable to the MTQs and ECCs.  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 ECCs or the MTQs.

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.

MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications.

• MTQ 1: Experience implementing the statutes and regulations that govern the Office of Inspector General as well as the CFTC.
• MTQ 2: Experience providing expert legal advice and representation involving appearances before or interactions with high-level government officers, Congressional staff, federal courts, administrative tribunals, and the press.

EXECUTIVE CORE COMPETENCIES (ECCs): In addition to the Mandatory Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, your resume will be assessed for executive competency against the following four mandatory ECCs. 

• Leading the Organization - Develops and implements an organizational vision that integrates program goals, priorities, and values.  Is able to build coalitions to execute the organizational vision with buy-in from internal and external stakeholders.
• Leading Others - Provides a clear direction and inspires others towards meeting the mission and vision in a changing environment. Displays the ability to provide constructive feedback, supports the resolution of conflict, demonstrates a collaborative and cooperative approach.
• Leading Yourself - Understands personal strengths and weaknesses and objectively views their behavior. Seeks and accepts constructive feedback and adapts personal leadership style/strategies as needed to most effectively build trust and lead their division/office. Takes advantage of learning opportunities to increase effectiveness.
• Driving Results - Ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations.  Makes decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. Assesses and adjusts to implementing innovative solutions to make organizational improvements. Develops and executes plans that achieve outcomes for the organization.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional philanthropic, religious, community, student, social).  Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Note:  This position is being filled using the excepted service, Schedule A, hiring authority, 5 CFR 213.3102(d)  Current Members of the SES, those that have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, MUST ensure the CFTC's ECCs are demonstrated within their experience and accomplishments.  Proof of eligibility for a noncompetitive SES appointment (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) will not be accepted.  If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. 

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. ECCs and MTQs must be thoroughly addressed within your two (2) page resume. Separate narratives will not be accepted or reviewed.  If you meet minimum qualifications, your resume will be further evaluated by a panel of subject matter experts to determine how well you meet the ECCs and MTQs criteria listed above.  A panel of subject matter experts will place your application in one of three predefined categories: Best Qualified, Well Qualified, or Qualified. 

If your resume is referred to the selecting official for further consideration, you may undergo one or more interviews.

• Resume showing all relevant and related experience (2 pages max);  
• JD Transcripts;
• Most recent performance evaluation (strongly recommended);
• Veterans' preference documentation, if applicable.

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.

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