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| Job Title: Associate Administrator for Administration |
| 2011-08-09 |
| A legitimate job opening Job Title: Associate Administrator for Administration Department: Department Of Transportation Agency: Research and Innovative Technology Administration Sub Agency: the U.S. Department of Transportation Job Announcement Number: RITA.SES-2011-0001 SALARY RANGE: $119,554.00 - $179,700.00 /year OPEN PERIOD: Tuesday, July 05, 2011 to Monday, August 08, 2011 SERIES & GRADE: ES-0340-XX/XX POSITION INFORMATION: Permanent - Career PROMOTION POTENTIAL: XX DUTY LOCATIONS: 1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: Applications will be accepted from all groups of qualified U.S. Citizens JOB SUMMARY: Come on board with us and take a journey that will challenge your mind and develop your career. The quality of our lives, the shape of our communities and the productivity of our Nation's economy depend on our transportation systems. We recognize and value the importance of our workforce and the diversity of backgrounds and ideas that each employee brings. The U.S. Department of Transportation: Careers in Motion. The Research and Innovative Technology Administration (RITA) coordinates the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) research programs and is charged with advancing the deployment of cross-cutting technologies to improve our Nation's transportation system. The Associate Administrator for Administration is the principal administrative and management official of the Research and Innovative Technology Administration (RITA). The Associate Administrator for Administration provides executive direction for Human Resources, Information Technology, Acquisition, and Grants Services. In addition, the individual selected will serve as a principal member of the staff of RITA and participate in Administration policy and program information, providing advice and assistance in directing, coordinating, controlling and insuring the adequacy of RITA plans, programs, and fiscal policies. KEY REQUIREMENTS: You must be a U.S. Citizen Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date Provide all required documents by closing date Duties Additional Duty Location Info: 1 vacancy - Washington DC Metro Area, DC As the Associate Administrator for Administration, you will: Oversee the following administrative and management functions: Human Resources, Information Technology, Acquisition, and Grants Services. Collaborate with other members of the Administrator's staff in the development and implementation of goals and objectives. Serve as the Administrator's principal representative for administrative matters and working relationships with the Office of the Secretary, the Office of Management and Budget, the General Accountability Office, the Office of Personnel Management, the General Services Administration, and key officials in other agencies, State and local governments, and the general public. Direct studies, reviews and evaluations of ongoing RITA operational, support programs to assess results, effectiveness and responsiveness. Serve as the RITA representative on a variety of councils, such as the Department of Transportation's Administrative Management Council, Human Resource Council, and the Chief lnformation Officer's Council. Qualifications and Evaluations QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: As a basic requirement for entry into the Senior Executive Service (SES), you must show in your resume evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability; and that is directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Technical Qualifications and Executive Core Qualifications listed below. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Demonstrated successful executive level experience in strategic planning, monitoring, review, and evaluation of administrative functions such as human resources management, program planning and evaluation, acquisition, administrative services, and information technology. Demonstrated successful executive level interpersonal skills in communicating, negotiating, and persuading others within the management program to build consensus and facilitate "win-win" situations. Ability to lead change through the use of "best practices" from Federal agencies and the private sector and through the creative development and implementation of policy for a large organization. Desirable Qualification: Strong background in Human Resources, in addition to the administrative functions listed. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals, as well as the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, as well as the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations, as well as the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. You are strongly encouraged to review OPMs Guide to SES Qualifications for specific examples and guidance on writing effective ECQ narrative statements. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: If selected for this position, you will be required to: Complete a one-year SES probationary period (unless already completed). Complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure report, OGE-450. You will need to provide the information annually. HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED: An SES rating panel will evaluate your application based on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Applicants determined to be highly qualified may undergo a structure interview and a reference check. If selected, you must be certified by an OPM Qualifications Review Board (QRB), unless you are a current SES executive or have successfully participated in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program. You must receive certification before you can be appointed to the position. To preview questions please click here. Benefits and Other Info BENEFITS: Benefits include health and life insurance, annual and sick leave, and retirement benefits. Explore the major benefits offered to most Federal Employees here. OTHER INFORMATION: Veterans' preference does not apply to the Senior Executive Service. HOW TO APPLY: The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME ONLY. Within your resume, you should address all the ECQ's and the technical qualifications. Application packages must be received online no later than 11:59pm Eastern Time on the closing date of the announcement. To begin, click the Apply Online button on the job announcement posting. Create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Upload your resume and supporting documents. If you are having difficulty applying online, please contact the DOT Automated Staffing Office during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET) at (202) 366-1298. You may also email us at Transjobs@dot.gov. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: The following documents must be provided by the close date: RESUME - You must submit a resume which cannot exceed five (5) pages. Any information submitted in excess of five (5) pages WILL NOT be considered. The resume must provide evidence of how you possess the technical qualifications and the 5 ECQs. SF-50 - Current & former federal employees should submit an SF-50 which shows your current (or most recent grade.) Current Career Senior Executives and individuals with SES reinstatement eligibility must submit a copy of an SF-50 which shows career SES status CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM CERTIFICATE - individuals who have successfully completed an Office of Personnel Management (OPM) approved SES Candidate Development Program, submit a copy of your OPM certificate. Failure to submit any of the required documents by the closing date of the announcement will result in your removal from consideration for this position. AGENCY CONTACT INFO: Automated Staffing Office Phone: 202-366-1298 Fax: 571-258-4052 Email: TRANSJOBS@dot.gov Agency Information: the U.S. Department of Transportation Submit Application and Documents Online 1200 New Jersey Ave SE / HAHR - 50 Washington, DC 20590 Fax: 571-258-4052 WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT: You will receive online confirmation that your application package has been received, as well as the final outcome regarding the hiring decision. Please Note: We will perform interim reviews of all applications received by midnight on July 15th and July 26, 2011. All applications must be completed and submitted electronically no later than midnight ET of the closing date. Final reviews will be perfomed after the announcement closing, and timely notice of the status of your application will be emailed to you. You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your USAJOBS account and selecting Application Status. |
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