This position is located in the Division of Depositor and Consumer Protection, Consumer and Community Affairs Branch of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation in Washington, D.C. Salary reflects a pay cap for this position of $270,000.

Duties

The Chief, Consumer Financial Education oversees conference planning, contract oversight, key strategic relationship, and develops and maintains management reporting systems to track results of divisional and corporate projects and initiatives. Serves as the Division's expert, advising on financial education, and consumer outreach, providing expert guidance on all aspects of administrative operations for the Section. Directs research supporting the Chairman's Advisory Committee for Economic Inclusion, the Money Smart Alliance effort, the Money Smart Financial Education programs, Consumer and Money Smart monthly newsletters, and other consumer outreach and financial education programs. Leads and develops strategies for the corporate Money Smart Financial Education program enhancements, including the website, promotional materials, outreach and educational materials needed for these initiatives. Prepares and analyzes studies, reports, and proposals regarding consumer affairs and financial education, and related matters, as prepared by Branch specialists, divisional staff, other Federal agencies, and entities from outside the government. Prepares various complex written documents for the use of senior executives in the corporation and the public. Prepares strategic plans establishing short term and long-term objectives to meet program and Division goals: Evaluates the desirability and cost of existing and proposed plans, organization, and program objectives through studies approved by executive leadership. Coordinates and manages integrated projects involving other functional areas within the Division, as well as other regulatory agencies, and presents recommended alternatives and solutions to specific issues. Assigns projects and monitors progress of projects. Researches complex topics and prepares Congressional testimony and speeches. Provides leadership and direction in managing projects which cross-organizational and Jurisdictional lines and in matters pertaining to intra-agency and interagency consumer protection and financial literacy development policy issues affecting the public. Collaborates with the Associate Director and other senior Division management in the development of long- range planning development of consumer outreach and financial education programs, and coordination of operating policies and procedures related to the section's mission. Exercises supervisory personnel management authority and performs the full range of performance management duties to include: planning, assigning, and reviewing work products of subordinates; establishing guidelines and performance expectations; and, evaluating work performance and providing feedback to others on their performance. Identifies training and developmental needs for staff and provides regular recognition of staff. Approves/disapproves requests for leave, telework, travel, training, etc. Ensures that Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), employee development, employee performance, and other personnel plans, processes, and programs are executed equitably consistent with Corporate policy, legal requirements, and the mission of the Division; organizes, coordinates, and manages the work of diverse teams of employees by assigning work, developing employee skills, assessing/monitoring employee performance, and promoting inclusion.

Requirements

Qualifications

To meet the minimum qualifications, applicants must possess the leadership and technical experiences listed below. These qualifications would typically be gained through serving in roles that require managing projects/teams or guiding the technical work of others. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic, religious/spiritual; community; student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, skills, and ability to provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: All applicants must submit a resume that addresses each minimum qualification experience. Examples should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities; the scope and complexity of the programs, activities, or services you managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertook; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues you addressed; and the results of your actions. You should use action-oriented words to describe your experience and accomplishments and quantify your experience wherever possible to demonstrate your accomplishments. Leadership Experience: Experience leading and coordinating the work of employees in a work unit, including assigning and evaluating work; setting priorities, timelines, and expectations; and monitoring progress against goals. Technical Experience: Experience defining strategic program objectives for consumer response and/or consumer financial education-related programs and outreach.

Education

There is no substitution of education for the experience for this position.

Contacts

• Address Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Human Resources Branch, Executive Services Staff 3501 Fairfax Drive Room VS-D3026 Arlington, Virginia 22226 United States
• Name: Andrew (Drew) Coppage
• Phone: 202-394-5891
• Email: [email protected]