Deputy Director-Bureau of Consumer Protection

US Federal Trade Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

US Federal Trade Commission seeks a senior executive with documented ECQs and TQs to lead complex litigation and policy efforts in protecting consumers. The role requires adherence to the rule of law and demonstrated executive leadership within the federal government.

Candidates should show experience managing litigation, strategic decision making, and a commitment to the Constitution and government efficiency.

Qualifications

• Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical Qualifications (TQs) required for SES candidates.
• Resume must demonstrate evidence of ECQs and TQs within 2 pages; longer resumes may be disqualified.
• Statement emphasizes commitment to the rule of law and the Constitution and to efficient government operations.

Job description

The Bureau of Consumer Protection works to protect consumers against unfair, deceptive, or fraudulent practices in the marketplace. The Bureau conducts investigations, sues companies and people who violate the law, develops rules to protect consumers, and educates consumers and businesses about their rights. The Bureau also collects complaints about consumer fraud, unfair practices, and identity theft and makes them available to law enforcement agencies across the country.

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.
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: Demonstrated knowledge and experience involving the application of the Federal Trade Commission Act and a wide range of statutes, including the Restore Online Shoppers' Confidence Act, the Telemarketing and Consumer Fraud and Abuse Prevention Act, and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act.
TQ 2: Demonstrated executive-level experience managing all aspects of litigation, including analyzing complex legal issues and questions of litigation strategy, reviewing pleadings and memoranda, and supervising and reviewing the work of attorneys and other staff.
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.
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.