This is a non-bargaining unit position. This is not a (drug) testing designated position (TDP). This position is located in the Small Business Administration, Office of Field Operations - Region VI in Houston, TX. The incumbent is responsible for meeting the needs of their district through the development of a district office plan and will set forth methods to foster quality improvement to services delivered and/or operational and administrative processes performed by the District Office.

Duties

As a Program Manager (District Director), GM-0340-15, you will be responsible for: Providing effective leadership, management and oversight required to optimize the deployment of SBA programs and services throughout the District, to achieve the negotiated goals and to better serve the Small Business Community. Ensuring that EEO principles prevail in the management of human resources. Applying Merit System Principles to develop, select, and manage a productive and diverse workforce. Monitor, maintain, and measure quality standards for all programs and services delivered by the District staff. Ensure high standards of efficiency and effectiveness are aligned with Agency mission and client/partner expectations. Developing and implementing an annual district office plan, which demonstrates how the District will optimize the deployment of SBA programs and services in the District and the achievement of assigned goals for the upcoming fiscal year. Building and maintaining a viable network of collaborative partnerships with small businesses and economic development organizations, Federal, state, regional and local governments, chambers of commerce, business/trade associations, educational institutions, civic/community organizations, lending institutions, foundations, universities, Congressional Representatives, Veteran Business Outreach Center, Women's Business Center, SCORE, Small Business Development Centers, Procurement Technical Assistance Centers, faith and community-based organizations.

Requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen
• You must successfully complete a background investigation.
• You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period.
• You may be required to serve a one year supervisory probationary period.

Qualifications

Specialized Experience: GM-15: One year of specialized experience, equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service, obtained in either the private or public sector: Developing, communicating and implementing the strategy, vision and direction of an organization with a diverse customer base; AND Managing or advising on the day-to-day operations of an organization, which must include business development, marketing and outreach; AND Subject matter expert in at least one of the following: financial, lending, procurement, economic development, or human resources matters; AND Leading individuals to achieve organizational goals and objectives. These qualifications must be clearly referenced in your resume. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's Qualifications web site: Program Management Series 0340 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, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. TIME-IN-GRADE: If you are a current career or career-conditional federal employee applying for promotion under Merit Promotion you must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks in positions at the next level lower than the position being filled All qualification requirements must be met by 11:59 pm (Eastern Time) on 12/29/2023.

Education

Education may not be substituted for experience for this position.

Contacts

• Address Office of Field Operations - Region VI 150 Westpark Way Suite 130 Euless, TX 76040 US
• Name: Jessica Hunsicker
• Email: [email protected]