Executive Director, Field Operations: Federal Leader

USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS); Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 204,000 - 216,000; Full time

Job summary

USDA – Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) seeks a senior executive to provide strategic leadership for Field Operations (FiOps) and Veterinary Services, aligning national policies with program priorities. The role emphasizes budget and resource planning, cross‑agency collaboration, and operational excellence to safeguard animal health across the United States.

The position, designated SES, level II, offers a salary range of $204,122–$216,010 per year with potential bonuses and

Qualifications

• ECQs assess executive skills and require addressing core qualifications
• TQ requires experience delivering Veterinary Services (VS) leadership in field operations

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for Field Operations (FiOps) and advise on national policies and priorities
• Review FiOps program effectiveness and coordinate improvements with stakeholders
• Lead Veterinary Services activities across surveillance, preparedness, trade, and response programs
• Recommend budgetary, technological, and operational resources for APHIS VS programs
• Oversee FiOps program units and ensure achievement of program objectives

Skills

Executive Core Qualifications

Technical Qualifications

Leadership

Policy analysis

Job description

USDA – Animal Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) seeks a senior executive to provide strategic leadership for Field Operations (FiOps) and Veterinary Services, aligning national policies with program priorities. The role emphasizes budget and resource planning, cross‑agency collaboration, and operational excellence to safeguard animal health across the United States.

The position, designated SES, level II, offers a salary range of $204,122–$216,010 per year with potential bonuses and