Regional Director

US Merit Systems Protection Board; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board seeks a Regional Director to lead a regional office and render initial administrative appeals decisions on individual cases. The role may influence agencies such as EEOC, OPM and FLRA through decisions and orders, with significant policy impact.

Applicants must follow a resume-only process, addressing ECQs and TQs in their resume within a 2-page limit. Emphasis is on upholding the rule of law and constitutional values in federal personnel matters.

Qualifications

• Resume-only recruitment process; ECQs and TQs must be addressed in the resume.

Responsibilities

• Manage a regional MSPB office and issue initial administrative appeals decisions and orders on individual cases.
• Decisions may affect functions of other federal agencies and have policy implications.

Job description

As the Regional Director you are responsible for managing a regional office of the U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board and rendering initial administrative appeals decisions and orders on individual cases coming before the Board. Decisions may have major political, social, and economic impact on the functions of such other agencies as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Office of Personnel Management, the Federal Labor Relations Authority, and the Office of Special Counsel.

The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-ONLY. DO NOT submit separate Executive Core Qualifications/Technical Qualifications in lieu of a resume.

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 using 0.8-inch margins and 11-point font. 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).

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs)

(The ECQs were designed to assess executive experience and potential, not technical expertise. They measure whether an individual has the broad executive skills needed to succeed in a variety of SES positions. All applicants must address the ECQs. Your resume must address each ECQ and should describe your experiences and accomplishments/results. Your resume should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, scope and complexity of programs managed, program accomplishments, policy initiatives undertaken and the results of your actions.)

1. Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding

This core qualification involves the 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. (Competencies: Knowledge of the American System of Government, Commitment to the Rule of Law, Civic-Mindedness)

2. Driving Efficiency

This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and sufficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. (Competencies: Fiscal Responsibility, Managing Resources, Leveraging Technology)

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. (Competencies: Technical Skills, Problem Solving, Agility and Resilience)

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. (Competencies: Accountability, Developing Others, Executive Judgement)

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. (Competencies: Operation Mindset, Innovation, Strategic Thinking)

For more information regarding the SES and ECQs, please visit SES Executive Core Qualifications.

NOTE: Current career SES members, former career SES members with reinstatement eligibility, and SES Candidate Development Program graduates who have been certified by OPM do NOT need to address the ECQs.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs)

In addition to the ECQs, applicants must clearly demonstrate in their resume that they meet the following technical qualification(s).

1. Extensive knowledge of and experience in Federal employment law applicable to Federal employees and agencies.
2. Experience in litigation or adjudication, particularly in the impartial resolution of disputes in quasi-judicial and/or administrative forums.
3. Demonstrate skill and proficiency in legal analysis and writing.