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US Office of the Secretary of the Interior

Associate Director Human Resources Directorate

US Office of the Secretary of the Interior, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285


DutiesThis position serves as the Associate Director for the Human Resources Directorate (HRD) of the Interior Business Center (IBC), U.S. Department of the Interior (Department or DOI). This position is located within the Office of the Secretary for the Department and is responsible for providing mission support systems and services on a national level to the Office of the Secretary, the Department's bureaus and offices, and numerous external federal agencies. The HRD is responsible for the management and direction of the Human Resources Line of Business (HRLoB) at the IBC which provides payroll, personnel action processing, labor cost distribution, time and attendance, benefits processing, talent and performance management, drug and alcohol testing, data reporting and other related human resources services for both DOI and other Federal agency customers.

Directs the management of the HRLoB, consisting of personnel and payroll management systems implementation and operations support, time and attendance and payroll processing, and various human resources support services including talent management and drug and alcohol testing.

Provides change leadership to formulate and justify crucial initiatives to revitalize and modernize the HRLoB, operations and business services. Evolves HRD to modernize skills, resource levels, priorities, practices, policies, and procedures sufficient for the achievement of strategic IBC objectives and overall business benefit.

Oversees the human resources management functions provided by and for IBC, DOI and other federal agencies. This includes supervising the delivery of quality and efficient personnel, payroll, drug and alcohol testing and related support services.

Formulates, directs and implements financial, risk and strategic performance management for the HRLoB.

Formulates and directs succession planning and competency modeling for the HRLoB.

Responsible for mandatory reporting to OPM, OMB and the Department of Treasury.

Responsible for establishing strategic direction and implementing action plans to meet government-wide initiatives from the OPM, OMB and the Department of Treasury, as well as Federal Shared Services initiatives, as they relate to the HRLoB.

Formulates and directs financial management program objectives and coordinates planning, implementation and execution supporting Department-wide programs, standards, policies and guidelines.

Promotes open and effective communication and collaboration with Departmental and IBC employees, clients, contractors and staff. Works closely with DOI advisory boards and stakeholders, DOI system owners, the IBC Chief Financial Officer, other Federal clients, and software integrators and vendors to ensure service requirements are being met and any deficiencies are corrected.

Responsible for developing and maintaining a capital investment portfolio that supports the IBC's mission, organizational strategies, and business priorities, ensuring that each investment achieves its cost, benefit, schedule and risk expectations.

Acquires and administers human, financial, material, and information resources in a manner which instills public trust and accomplishes the organization's mission utilizing sound ethical principles. Ensures the efficient and cost-effective development and utilization of management information systems and other technological resources to meet the organization's needs.

If your resume does not include these basic qualifications, then you will not be considered further for this position and will not be determined as minimally qualified.

RequirementsConditions of Employment

You will be subject to a background/suitability investigation/determination.

This position requires pre and post-employment drug screening.

QualificationsExecutive Core Qualifications (ECQ's)- *Required Documentation*

The Office of Personnel Management has identified five executive core qualifications (ECQs). The ECQs define the competencies needed to build a federal corporate culture that drives for results, serves customers, and builds successful teams and coalitions within and outside the organization. The ECQs are required for entry to the Senior Executive Service and are used by many departments and agencies in selection, performance management, and leadership development for management and executive positions. The ECQs were designed to assess executive experience and potential-not technical expertise.

ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE:

You must have demonstrated an ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.

ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE:

You must demonstrate the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.

ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN:

This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.

ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN:

This ECQ involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.

ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS:

This ECQ involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.

FUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES:

The following competencies are the foundation for success in each of the Executive Core Qualifications:

Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Integrity/Honesty, Written Communication, Continual Learning, Public Service Motivation

Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs)- *Required Documentation*

1.

Experience in and demonstrated knowledge of managing federal payroll and related human resources systems, services and programs, including position, personnel, and talent management.

2.

Experience in and demonstrated knowledge of designing and implementing integrated human resources systems, including personnel, payroll, benefits and talent management functions.

3.

Experience in and demonstrated knowledge of project management principles to successfully onboard new customers onto integrated human resources management systems.

4.

Experience administering and participating on executive level Governance Boards.

5.

Experience and demonstrated knowledge of working in a full cost recovery fee model.

Challenge-Context-Action-Result(s) (CCAR) Model : When addressing the ECQs and MTQs, you are

strongly recommended

to utilize the CCAR Model. Each ECQ or MTQ statement should include more than one example of relevant experience.

Challenge:

Describe a specific problem or goal.

Context:

Talk about the individuals and groups you worked with, and/or the environment in which you worked, to tackle a particular challenge.

Action:

Discuss the specific actions you took to address a challenge.

Result:

Give specific examples of the results of your actions.

Your responses to the ECQs and MTQs will be evaluated based on how clearly and concisely you emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of the programs, activities, or services managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues addressed; and the results of actions taken.

You are required to submit separate narrative statements for each ECQ and MTQ to receive consideration for this position. Please see the

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

section for complete details regarding the page limitation and formatting requirement.

EducationThis position does not have any positive education requirements.

Additional informationCURRENT FEDERAL APPLICANTS:

If you are a federal employee (non-SES or SES), then you must include your most recent performance appraisal within the last 12 months of your submission to this application. Additionally, you must include your most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) that reflects an appointment or pay adjustment.

NON-FEDERAL APPLICANTS:

You must include your most recent performance appraisal within the last 12 months of your submission to this application OR a justification stating the reason why this information cannot be provided.

SPECIAL NOTE TO ALL APPLICANTS:

Your resume, performance appraisal, SF-50, Executive Core Qualification's (ECQs), and Mandatory Technical Qualification's (MTQs) for this announcement must be received online via the USAJOBS/Application Manager application system by

11:59 PM Eastern Time on closing date of the announcement . ECQs and MTQs must be submitted in the CCAR model format as previously outlined within this vacancy announcement.

Email submissions from an applicant will not be accepted.

Failure to submit a complete application will eliminate an applicant from further consideration.

The applicant selected for this position will be required to file a Financial Disclosure Report, SF-278, and the supplemental form, Confidential Statement of Employment and Financial Interest, DI-278. All forms must be filed within 30 days after the selection for this position.

The sensitivity level of the position requires completion of a successful background investigation of the selectee.

Effective January 1, 2010, OPM must authorize any employment offers we make to current or former 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 Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office.

Travel and relocation expenses will be paid consistent with the Federal Travel Regulations and Departmental policy.

Senior Executive Service Probationary Period:

If you are selected for this position, you will be required to serve a one-year SES probationary period, if one has not previously been completed.

THIS IS A DRUG TESTING DESIGNATED POSITION.

In accordance with Executive Order 12564, and under the Department's Drug Free Workplace Program: Applicant(s) tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use and to pass the test prior to appointment. This position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use.

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.

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

We will conduct an initial qualifications evaluation of all the applicants who have provided the required documentation. Minimally qualified applicants will be rated and ranked by a SES Rating Panel to determine the Best Qualified applicants. The best qualified applicants will be referred to the Selecting Official for further consideration and possible panel interview. You will be notified of the outcome after completion of the selection process. Please be sure that your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position and failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume will result in a "not qualified" determination.

Upon receipt of your completed application package, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the qualification requirements. Our determination will be based on your separate narrative statement responses to the Executive Core Qualifications and Mandatory Technical Qualifications using the required CCAR Model in addition to the information stated in your resume. If you are among the best qualified applicants, then your application may be referred to a selecting official for consideration. Interviews are exclusively at the discretion of the Selecting Official.

FINAL CERTIFICATION:

If you are selected, then you must be certified by the Office of Personnel Management's Qualifications Review Board before you are appointed to the position. You are exempted from this requirement if you are a:

current career SES member;

former career SES member with reinstatement eligibility; or

SES Candidate Development graduate and have already been certified by OPM.

Required Documents1.

REQUIRED:

Your resume must contain information sufficient to make a valid determination that you fully meet the specialized experience requirements as stated in this vacancy announcement. Insufficient information will result in a not qualified rating. It is recommended that you include the following information:

Full name, mailing address, and day 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 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

2. REQUIRED:

A separate narrative statement addressing each of the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ's) - experience (paid and unpaid), education, training, awards, and/or self-development activities as related to each. Each ECQ and each technical qualification must be addressed separately.

3. REQUIRED:

A narrative statement addressing each of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQ's) - experience (paid and unpaid), education, training, awards, and/or self-development activities as related to each qualification requirement. You must title each MTQ's separately to ensure each MTQ is appropriately addressed.

4. REQUIRED:

If you are a current Federal employee, then you must provide a copy of a recent SF-50 that indicates Federal status, grade, tenure, and type of service. Please remove your social security number and date of birth.

5. REQUIRED:

A copy of your most recent annual performance appraisal (i.e., within the last 12 months from the closing date of this vacancy announcement, from either the Federal or private sector). Please remove your social security number and date of birth from any documentation you provide. If you are unable to provide your most recent annual performance appraisal, please provide a written justification explaining why you could provide the request documentation.

All of the documentation listed above is required to be attached to your application, if it is applicable to your candidacy. Failure to attach any of the documentation listed above which proves your eligibility for this position will result in disqualification/non-consideration for this position.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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.

This job is open to

Senior executives

The public: U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

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