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

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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.

Requirements

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Conditions 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 may be required to undergo periodic drug testing.
• You must be able to obtain/maintain the required security clearance of Top Secret/SCI.
• Selectee will be required to complete form OGE-278, Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Form.
• You will serve a one-year probationary period unless you previously completed the probationary period in the SES.
• You must submit to a pre-employment drug test.

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.

Education

There is no recognized education to qualify for this position; applicant's resumes and supporting documentation will be acceptable.

Additional 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.