Deputy Assistant Administrator Recovery Directorate

Summary

This Senior Executive Service position is in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Office of Response & Recovery in Washington, DC. The Recovery Directorate is responsible for providing the core Federal disaster recovery capability needed to save lives, reduce suffering and protect property and communities throughout the Nation that have been overwhelmed by the impact of a disaster, regardless of cause.

Duties

The Deputy Assistant Administrator, Recovery, assists in the development and implementation of operational policies, procedures, and capabilities for use by FEMA and other Federal Departments and agencies to deliver short-and long-term disaster recovery assistance to states, tribes, territories, local governments, communities and individuals. In addition, serves as the Assistant Administrator (AA), Recovery, as needed and is the principal advisor to the Directorate on the appropriate methods of best accomplishing Agency and Directorate priorities. PRIMARY DUTIES Assists in the development and implementation of short-and long-term recovery programs and services in support of FEMA, DHS and the Federal government's role in providing timely, compassionate and needed assistance to states, tribes, territories, local governments, communities and individuals recovering from a disaster. The operational policies and procedures for these disaster assistance programs are developed under: Presidential disaster and emergency declarations, as well as fire management assistance grants, under the provisions of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act; National security emergencies, including acts of terrorism that could include the use of conventional, chemical, biological or other weapons of mass destruction, under the authorities of Executive Order 12656; and, Technological and man-made incidents in support of other Federal Departments and agencies. Provides leadership intent, decision-making support related to program and project development and performance. Fully participates with the AA in making decisions on organizational and workforce development. Assists in ensuring that appropriate long-range and strategic planning is coordinated and accomplished, and that there is effective and efficient utilization of enterprise resources. Represents the AA, Recovery, at meetings, negotiations with key officials within and outside FEMA on major considerations within the area of FEMA's disaster assistance capabilities, exercising authority to speak for and commit the Directorate to specific actions within the bounds of Agency policies and regulations and the views of the AA. Responsible for the full range of managerial responsibilities and authority over the total work of the Directorate. This includes, but not limited to: Establishing program development Delivery and performance goals Managing resource needs, allocations and usage, overseeing budget preparation, execution and procurement activities for assigned areas Establishing, assessing, and adapting organizational structure to meet mission needs Coordinating Recovery activities within and outside the Agency Resolving personnel matters affecting the organization Delegating authority to subordinate managers, supervisors and holding them accountable for the success of their assigned areas Ensuring adequate internal controls are in place to prevent waste, fraud, mismanagement and abuse. Provides oversight and management of data tracking systems for monitoring the status and progress of disaster recovery activities and operations and oversees multi-million-dollar recovery programs and technical assistance contracts. Directs and oversees the development and implementation of program evaluation, customer satisfaction surveys and training and credentialing activiites for recovery programs.

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. 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 should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ 1: An in-depth working knowledge of the development and delivery of Federal disaster and emergency recovery functions. Extensive executive skills in working cooperatively with various partners, interests, and viewpoints to achieve consensus on goals and objectives in the Agency's recovery functions. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to deal effectively on an interpersonal basis with high level officials, both within and outside the government and build coalitions with appropriate parties. Ability to coordinate and integrate management of several organizational segments and major varied projects. TQ 2: Comprehensive knowledge of the operation of the Congress and the Executive Branch and a thorough knowledge of legislative, program policy and budget development and implementation practices, and contracting and procurement processes. Ability to manage a diverse and complex organization and to ensure human resource strategies meet the organization's goals for achieving maximum potential of all employees. Ability to evaluate and recommend significant changes in organizational structures and programs. 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 address the (5) ECQs in your resume. In lieu of, you MUST attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.

Evaluations

A multi-step process is used to evaluate and refer applicants: 1. Minimum requirements: Once the application process is complete, your resume and supporting documentation will be reviewed to ensure the education requirement has been met and that your 2-page resume minimally demonstrates the required Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical Qualifications (TQs). You will be rated "not qualified" if you do not possess the education and qualification requirements for the position. If your application is incomplete or your resume exceeds the 2-page limit, you will be found "ineligible". 2. Rating and Ranking: If you are found to be minimally qualified, the Rating and Ranking panel will review your resume and evaluate your qualifications for this position. 3. Interview Panel: If the Rating and Ranking panel rate you as highly-qualified, your resume will be referred to an Interview Panel for consideration, where you may undergo one or more interviews. From there, you 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 or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program, 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/. 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.

How to apply To apply for this position, you must complete this application and submit any required documents specified in the Required Documents section and submit by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select and upload your résumé and/or other required documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the "Include Personal Information" section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded, (i.e., resume and other required documents) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail. Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed, and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages. There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents: Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights, for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation), and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information)"

Other information Permanent Change of Duty Station (PCS) Expenses may be authorized at Management's discretion. This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position. Veteran's Preference does not apply to the Senior Executive Service. All candidates must be able to deploy with little or no advance notice to anywhere in the United States and its territories for an extended period of time. If selected, you will be subject to 24-hour on-call in the event of an emergency. In this event, this service may include duties other than those specified in the official position description. Selectee must be able to relocate to emergency sites with little advance notice and function under intense physical and mental stress. Background Investigation: You must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation in order to obtain a Top-Secret w/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI). 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. Drug Testing: You must submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position. 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. DHS uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. If you receive a conditional offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment. The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security and its Components from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to FEMA-Misconduct@fema.dhs.gov.