Assistant Commissioner for Compensation Levels and Trends

US Bureau of Labor Statistics; Suitland (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), part of the U.S. Department of Labor, seeks a Senior Executive Service candidate to lead executive data programs and major surveys, guiding strategic decisions and program outcomes. The role emphasizes integrity, risk management, and public accountability.

Applicants must demonstrate ECQs and MTQs in their resume, with evidence of leadership, efficiency improvements, and the ability to achieve measurable results for the American public.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large-scale data and survey programs.
• Ability to design program improvements that enhance efficiency.
• Evidence of merit, competence, and high-quality work.
• Experience leading people and driving accountability.
• Proven ability to achieve organizational results aligned with goals.

Skills

Rule of Law

Driving Efficiency

Merit & Competence

Leading People

Achieving Results

Job description

This position is located in the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). The Required Documents section of this announcement identifies all documents that must be uploaded in order to be considered a complete application package. Applicants that do not submit a complete application will not receive further consideration.

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 be hired based on merit and competence.

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes must use a font size no smaller than 10-point, and margins no smaller than one inch. 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.

There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs).

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications.

TQ 1: Executive leadership of large-scale data and survey programs which includes proven experience leading major data-collection or survey operations, applying statistical methods, and using results to guide organizational decisions.

TQ 2: Senior-level program improvement and operational efficiency that demonstrates the ability to design and implement program enhancements that streamline operations, improve performance, and achieve measurable efficiencies.

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 respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.