Senior Adviser

Summary

The Office of the Chief Operating Officer (OCOO), Office of the Managing Executive for Small Offices (MESO) is seeking a Management and Program Analyst (Senior Adviser). As a Senior Adviser, you will join a well-respected team in the Managing Executive for Small Offices and assist leadership with directing a broad range of business organizational policy and analysis, and operational capabilities for 15 small offices across the agency.

Duties

In this role as a Senior Adviser, you will be responsible for: Directing a wide range of recurring portfolio-wide operational assessments and special projects spanning the areas of technology, human resources, acquisitions and contract management, budget and financial management, travel, and general administrative services. Leading complex, cross-functional projects and providing comprehensive analytical, procedural, and management guidance; developing and evaluating internal policies; providing expert guidance and instructions; assessing technical execution and productivity effectiveness; and overseeing program implementation. Developing ideas and strategic recommendations on a range of significant programmatic and operational considerations, performing analyses on program performance, and making recommendations to leadership to enhance business operations and advance process improvements. Analyzing various human capital data and information systems to support strategic workforce planning, succession planning, organizational design, and human capital management; identifying opportunities and methods to strengthen workforce practices, improve programs, and ensure alignment with mission objectives. Collaborating with the Managing Executive and senior leaders across the small offices to support portfolio-wide operations, data analysis and evaluation, and directs business process improvement initiatives that drive productivity, quality management, and organizational advancement. Advising the Managing Executive and small offices' senior leadership regarding complex operational matters, compiling special reports, and presenting formal and informal oral and written reports and briefings to senior leaders across the agency. Qualifications

Time-in-grade for this announcement is one year at the GS/SK-14 level. Applicants are responsible for confirming all required materials are submitted by the closing date of the announcement. Please check the How You Will Be Evaluated and Required Documents sections carefully, as missing documents will render the application incomplete and ineligible for review. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; 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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: SK-16: Applicant must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-14 level: Assessing new developments, trends, and conflicts within program operations; AND Analyzing and evaluating programs for the purpose of enhancing program performance; AND Providing guidance to senior management on business objectives, resource management, and operational improvements. ACCOMPLISHMENT RECORD COMPETENCIES: Your Accomplishment Record narratives should address the following competencies. See the How You Will Be Evaluated section below for more information: Competency 1: Strategic Execution: Understand and implement Agency's and Division/Office's policies and goals, with regard to personnel or programs in their purview anticipating, identifying, and addressing the impact of internal and external environmental factors, linking them to capabilities and potential of the organization. Competency 2: Program Analysis: Examines and analyzes different types of data to assess the organization or program, or specific issues within the organization or program, and make recommendations. Competency 3: Program Management: Ability to develop and execute programs to deliver results that efficiently and effectively meet Agency's mission, strategic plan and goals, with little or no guidance. Competency 4: Communications Strategy Design: Creates and implements comprehensive and effective communication strategies and tactics for the organization.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Your resume and application package will first be reviewed to determine whether you meet the minimum qualification requirements outlined in the announcement. Please do not submit an Accomplishment Record at this time. If you are found minimally qualified, you will be invited to participate in an Accomplishment Record Interview that functions as a skills-based assessment review of the competencies listed in the Qualifications section. This is a screening step, not the final job interview. Basis for Rating: The rating panel will evaluate applicants' accomplishment records interview responses and resume, then place them into one of the following categories: Highly Qualified - Meets the minimum qualification requirements and has extensive skills and experience in most of the job related competencies. Well Qualified - Meets the minimum qualification requirements and has a moderate amount of skills and experience in most of the job related competencies. Qualified - Meets the minimum qualification requirements, but may have a limited amount of experience in several of the job related competencies. Top ranked applicants will be referred to the hiring office for further review and consideration. The hiring office may directly contact recommended candidates for interview(s). To preview the Questionnaire, click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13065280 Other Information

Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement and may be filled from any division or office within the agency. SEC COMPENSATION PROGRAM: Total salary (base pay + locality) is dependent upon duty location. The overall salary range listed above is provided for informational purposes. The pay for current SEC employees will be determined according to the procedures specified in the agency's policy. If your selection results in a change in grade from an SK-15 to an SK-16, you will maintain your current salary. IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SURPLUS OR DISPLACED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not I/CTAP eligible. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; the questionnaire asks you to identify your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility (2) be rated well-qualified; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. View information about I/CTAP eligibility on OPM's Career Transition Resources website. Disability Employment: For information on disability appointments, click here. Reasonable Accommodation: If you are an applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the SEC application process due to a medical disability, please contact [email protected]. For religious-based accommodations, please contact [email protected] . Please be sure to submit your request at least 5 business days in advance of the date you need the requested accommodation. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Information for SEC Job Applicants: For more information, please click here. The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. An applicant may submit a complaint, or any other information, to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged non-compliance by contacting the Legal and Policy Office in the Office of Human Resources at [email protected].