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Deputy Director, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Diversity

DHS Headquarters, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Deputy Director, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Diversity

This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Civil Rights and Civil Liberties. The Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties primary responsibility is to promote respect for civil rights and civil liberties in policy creation and implementation.Duties

The Deputy Director, EEO and Diversity serves as a principal advisor to the Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Deputy Officer for EEO and Diversity and as a consultant to other Department executives on EEO matters and enterprise-wide initiatives designed to support the Department's strategic management goals relative to human capital.

Specific responsibilities include:Providing policy development, advice, and guidance to higher management within CRCL and devising solutions to especially complex EEO-related programs, with an emphasis on program process and improvement. Providing leadership and expert, authoritative advice to top CRCL and component management in developing, implementing, reviewing, evaluating, and improving EEO and diversity initiatives across DHS.Assessing policy, program, and project feasibility determining program goals, and developing implementation plans. Recommending policy changes, developing plans and leading office-wide efforts to support and promote compliance with EEO and diversity.Advocating for program requirements in order to obtain the resources necessary to accomplish the program or project and assuming responsibility for their effective use; engaging with key officials from within and outside the agency to gain understanding and support for the program or project.Maintaining knowledge of the latest EEO and diversity policies and legal authorities, guidance, and state-of-the-art best practices, upon which decisions and program strategic decisions are based.Providing guidance on the most complex and sensitive EEO and diversity management matters.Producing annual and other reports on complaints processing, and compliance reports, within established timeframes. Leveraging technology to ensure reports are accurate, insightful, and actionable.Providing authoritative advice and assistance, with respect to EEO complaint and Affirmative Employment/Diversity programs, to the EEO and Diversity Directors servicing the DHS components. Ensuring that component programs support and are integrated with the Department's program planning and mission needs.Directing developing and implementing policies that govern all of DHS's EEO complaint and Affirmative Employment programs. Ensuring that DHS policies are compatible with policies and guidelines developed by agencies with related responsibilities, e.g., EEOC, the Office of Personnel Management, and the Merit Systems Protection Board. Overseeing the development and implementation of a systematic program evaluation plan, including on-site visits, to monitor the effectiveness of the DHS EEO and Affirmative Employment complaint programs.Supporting efforts to further integrate and coordinate civil rights and civil liberties activities across DHS to optimize the alignment of responsibilities, resources, and critical coordination.Salary

$147,649 - $221,900/yearConditions of Employment

You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this position.Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service.You must submit to a pre-employment drug test.You must be able to obtain/maintain a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance.You may be required to undergo periodic drug testing.You will serve a one-year probationary period unless you previously completed the probationary period in the SES.Selectee will be required to complete form OGE-278, Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Form.Qualifications

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 and Technical Qualifications listed below. 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. As such, your resume should demonstrate that you have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully fulfill responsibilities inherent in most SES positions such as:Directing the work of an organizational unit;Ensuring the success of one or more specific major programs or projects;Monitoring progress toward strategic organizational goals, evaluating organizational performance and taking action to improve performance;Supervising the work of employees; andExercising important policymaking, policy determining, or other executive functions.The application process to recruit for this position is the

TRADITIONAL-BASED method . The applicant

must

address each Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) separately.EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs):

Unless you are currently serving under a Career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointment, eligible for reinstatement into the SES, or a SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) graduate, you must address the ECQs. Your narrative must address each ECQ separately and demonstrate the underlying competencies in the narrative. 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.).Applicants should use the Challenge, Context, Action, and Results (CCAR) model below when responding to each ECQ:CHALLENGE : Describe a specific problem or goal.CONTEXT : Describe individuals and groups you worked with, and/or the environment in which you worked, to address a particular challenge (e.g., clients, members of Congress, shrinking budget, low morale).ACTION : Describe the specific actions you took to address a challenge.RESULT : Describe specific examples of measures/outcomes that had impact on the organization. These accomplishments demonstrate the quality and effectiveness of your leadership skills.Your narrative response should not exceed 10 pages, be typed in 12 point font with one-inch margins. It is recommended that you include 2 recent (not older than 10 years) examples per ECQ and draft your ECQs in a PDF document before uploading into the system to ensure these guidelines are met. Information that exceeds these guidelines will not be reviewed. Detailed information on each ECQ, the underlying and fundamental competencies, sample narratives and a tips sheet for writing effective ECQs are available in the 'Guide To Senior Executive Service Qualifications' Senior Executive Service Executive Core Qualifications

and Senior Executive Service Qualifications & Fundamental-Competencies.TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION (TQ)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 label and include your name on each page. 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. It is recommended that you draft your TQ(s) in a PDF document and then upload into the system.

You must address each TQ separately and you should not exceed 2 pages per TQ. You are required to respond to all TQs. If you fail to do so, you will be rated as 'ineligible.'TQ 1.

Demonstrated expert-level knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Employment Program and Diversity laws, regulations, executive orders, guidance, practices, and innovative strategies. Able to communicate orally and in writing in a clear, persuasive, influential, and tactful manner to senior-level executives and officials, including Members of Congress, other agencies, external interested parties/stakeholders, and other important customers, and provide guidance on the most complex and sensitive EEO complaint, Affirmative Employment and Diversity management matters.TQ 2.

Demonstrated thorough knowledge of EEO, Affirmative Employment and Diversity reports and plans required of Federal agencies, as well as a high level of technical expertise to contribute to preparing and reviewing such reports and plans.DO NOT COMBINE THE TQ AND ECQ STATEMENTS.

Failure to meet the basic qualification requirement and address all Mandatory Technical and Executive Core Qualification factors will result in your application being disqualified.Education

There is no educational requirement for this position.Other Information

Permanent Change of Duty Station (PCS) Expenses will not be paid.Relocation Incentive may be authorized at Management's discretion.Background Investigation: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires each and every employee to be reliable and trustworthy. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background investigation for Top Secret/ Sensitive Compartment Information clearance as a condition of placement in this Special Sensitive position. This review includes financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as certain criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs.Any offers of employment made pursuant to this announcement will be consistent with all applicable authorities, including Presidential Memoranda, Executive Orders, interpretive U. S. Office of Management and Budget (OMB) and U. S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) guidance, and Office of Management and Budget plans and policies concerning hiring. These authorities are subject to change.Pursuant to Executive Order 12654 and DHS policy, DHS is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and, therefore, conducts random and other drug testing of its employees in order to ensure a safe and healthy work environment. Headquarters personnel in safety- or security-sensitive positions are subject to random drug testing and all applicants tentatively selected for employment at DHS Headquarters are subject to drug testing resulting in a negative test result.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.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.Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:Resume

Emphasize your level of responsibility, scope and complexity of programs managed, program accomplishments, policy initiatives undertaken, and the results of your actions.Your resume must show evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive-level management capability and directly related to the executive core qualifications.Include start and end dates for each position (e.g., month and year; month, day, and year).

Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) statements

The ECQs are listed in the

Qualifications

section.Address each ECQ separately.Limit your statements to no more than two pages per ECQ, totaling no more than 10 pages addressing all ECQs.Combine all responses into one document (i.e., all narratives in one PDF document).Provide one or two examples of relevant experience per ECQ. For each example, describe your level of responsibility, scope and complexity of programs managed, program accomplishments, policy initiatives undertaken, and the results of your actions.Applications directing the reviewer to search within the application or to see the resume (e.g., 'Refer to Resume') are considered incomplete and may not receive further consideration.The

Writing Executive Qualifications Statements

section of the Office of Personnel Management's Guide to Senior Executive Service Qualifications can assist you with writing your ECQ statements. We recommend following the Challenge, Context, Action, and Result (CCAR) model to write your ECQ statements.Upload under 'Executive Core Qualifications' document type in the agency application system.

Technical Qualifications (TQs):

Each of the TQs listed in the Qualifications section of the Job Opportunity Announcement

MUST

be addressed.Number each of your responses with the TQ number you are addressing and provide specific examples of your experience, education, and accomplishments that are applicable.Please limit your responses to no more than two pages for each TQ.

IMPORTANT:

Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted. Please do not submit any additional information not requested above.How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.

The complete application package

MUST

be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 11/07/2024.

To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.

Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.

You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. Paper applications and information sent by mail WILL NOT be accepted. If you cannot apply online, you may submit a paper application and the required forms. If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, please contact DHSHQSeniorExecutiveServicesTeam@hq.dhs.gov.DHS is an equal employment employer: Selection for positions will be based solely on merit without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, political affiliation, disability, sexual orientation, marital or family status or other differences.DHS provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.Current or Former Political Appointees : The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize any employment offers made to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer 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, please indicate this in your resume. Serving in a Schedule A, Schedule C, or Noncareer SES appointment WILL NOT eliminate you from consideration.Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits.Review our benefits.Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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