Summary

As the Senior Deputy Comptroller (SDC) and Chief Operating Officer (COO), you will serve as a principal strategic executive and member of the Executive Committee (EC), providing enterprise leadership over the Office of Management (OM) and its core administrative and operational functions, including human resources, finance, procurement, facilities, and related management services.

Duties

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As the Senior Deputy Comptroller and Chief Operating Officer, you will:

• Direct the day-to-day performance of HR, finance, procurement, facilities, and related administrative, and other services so they reliably enable the organization's mandate, acting as service providers to the business, rather than create friction or delay.
• Establish efficient, well-controlled, service-oriented workflows across support functions; eliminate bottlenecks, redundant steps, and control gaps that could hinder timely delivery of mandate-critical work. Evaluate key workflows and tailor them to only what is required vs. what is customary to the organization to ensure maximum efficiency.
• Lead workforce planning, talent acquisition, performance management, and employee relations so that people processes enable-rather than constrain-the organization's ability to achieve its mandate. Ensure the organization has the right staffing levels, skills and succession plans so that human capital remains aligned with mandate priorities and can absorb external disruptions.
• Manage financial and material resources (budget execution, procurement, vendor performance, real estate) to maximize value and maintain the operational runway needed to meet mandate goals under both normal and stressed conditions.
• Develop and test business-continuity, crisis-response, and recovery plans so that core support functions and mandate-delivery capabilities can continue or rapidly resume after exogenous shocks (supply-chain issues, workforce disruptions, etc.).
• Define and track key operating metrics (service levels, process cycle times, control effectiveness, vendor reliability) and escalate emerging internal themes/trends that threaten mandate achievement.
• Provide clear, forward-looking counsel on capacity, constraints, and residual operational risks that could affect mandate delivery; recommend adjustments to priorities, investments, or risk appetite so that operations remain a reliable enabler rather than a limiting factor.
• Lead, motivate and develop a staff of employees. Monitor the progress of assignments and evaluate training/developmental needs. Assess, evaluate and provide input to performance evaluations. Recommend personnel decisions regarding hiring, promotions, adverse action, etc.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time.

There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents:

1. 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,
2. FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation), and
3. SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information).

• Complete a one-year probationary period (unless already completed).
• Complete a one-year supervisory or managerial probationary period (unless already completed).
• Complete a background investigation (unless already completed).
• Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
• Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
• Travel occasionally to attend conferences and/or training.
• Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
• Successfully complete a background investigation that includes criminal history, financial history (including a credit check) and other information.
• File an Executive Branch Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE-278) and an OCC Financial Disclosure Form.
• Complete a financial disclosure review and resolve any ethics issues.
• Click here for important information about OCC ethics standards, such as the requirement that new hires divest their bank securities.
• Obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

You must meet the following requirements within 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement:

You must have one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the NB-VIII band level or SES Level. Examples of specialized experience for this position include:

• Demonstrated delivery of multi-dimensional executive-level direction and guidance across functions or content areas such as, human resources, budget/finance, procurement, facilities and shared services enabling close coordination with a sense of urgency to meet the needs of the business.
• Establishing internal controls, governance, and process improvements across organizational support functions.
• Advising leadership on operational readiness, capacity constraints, resource trade-offs, and enterprise risks.

The experience may have been gained in the public sector, private sector, or through volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis.

To ensure any credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.

Education

Education cannot be used to qualify for this position.

Additional information

• Salary range does not include geographical pay.
• One position may be filled in any of the locations specified above.
• For specific information on geographic pay differentials, click here.
• Total pay cannot exceed applicable pay cap, which is $331,800 for 2026.
• If you are a current OCC employee who previously received a waiver determination permitting you to retain bank securities due to extenuating circumstances, please note that this determination may be rescinded if the nature of your duties changes. We strongly suggest that you discuss the potential implications of any change in duties on a prior securities determination with your ethics official.
• We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more positions.
• Click all links in this vacancy announcement to view additional information and instructions.
• The candidate selected for this position may be credited with directly-related non-Federal experience for annual leave purposes if eligible and considered appropriate.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. national.
• Please refer to "Conditions of Employment."
• Click "Print" to review the entire announcement before applying.
• The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Treasury and its bureaus 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 the Department of Treasury by email at, [redacted]. To learn more, please visit our page at: Treasury.gov/fairchanceact.
• Optional Essay Questions: Applicants may choose to respond to four short essay questions (200 words max each) to help us better understand your alignment with the agency's mission. These responses are optional and will not affect the applicant's eligibility.
• All newly appointed employees to the competitive service are subject to a probationary period. During this time, your performance, conduct, and suitability for continued employment will be evaluated. You will not automatically convert to permanent status at the end of the probationary period. Your supervisor must affirmatively determine that continued employment is in the best interest of the Federal service. If no certification is made before the probationary period ends, your appointment will be terminated. You are encouraged to actively engage with your supervisor, seek feedback, and understand role expectations. Additional guidance and support will be provided during onboarding.

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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.

Benefits

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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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal 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.