The Business Management Office within the Division of Examinations is hiring an Assistant Director for Operations, SK-0301-17 in Washington, DC. This position will provide oversight and direction for a wide range of issues related to the operations and business, policies, practices, and procedures for Exams.

Duties

At the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) and value a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the communities we serve. As such, we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to public service. The Assistant Director performs a broad range of functions supporting the operations of the Division of Examinations. This position is responsible for: (1) a broad range of functions supporting EXAMS human capital; (2) overseeing day-to-day operations, particularly involving hiring, program management, training, and budget areas; and, (3) continuing business process assessment and performance improvement. As an Assistant Director of Operations, you will: Provide supervision for the staffing process of in Exams; Lead the Exams staff in identifying the processes and procedures that enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity of the program; Plan and manage the development of program overviews, reviews and analyses; Manage the design, development, and implementation or conduct of management systems and activities for program review and analysis; Advise on resource allocation and develop human capital metrics for inclusion in budget formulation and coordinating outreach seminars; Assign day-to-day responsibilities and authority for accomplishment of assigned activities, and provide broad direction to assure achievement of objectives; and Review programs to establish or reassess goals, to identify challenges, and to determine need for changes in direction.

Requirements

• You must be a US Citizen.
• Application procedures are specific to this vacancy announcement. Please read all the instructions carefully. Failure to follow the instructions may result in you not being considered for this position.
• Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement.
• This position has promotion potential to the SK-17
• SUPERVISORY PROBATIONARY PERIOD: This appointment may require completion of a two-year supervisory probationary period.
• SECURITY CLEARANCE: Entrance on duty is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment security investigation. Favorable results on a Background Investigation may be a condition of employment or selection to another position.
• DRUG TESTING: This position may be subjected to drug testing requirements.
• PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION (PCS): Moving/Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
• This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.
• This is a promotion not-to-exceed one year from date of appointment to the position.
• This appointment may be extended OR it may end at any time during the course of the appointment at the discretion of management.
• Applicants should also be available for possible extension, if needed.
• If selected, you may receive a salary increase for the duration of the temporary promotion. You will be returned to your original salary at the end of the appointment.
• If selected, you will accrue 8 hours of annual leave per pay period for the duration of the temporary promotion. You will be returned to your original annual leave accrual at the end of the appointment.
• This position is eligible to request telework in accordance with the SEC 's telework policy.

Qualifications

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. SK-17: Time-in-grade for this announcement is one year at the SK-14 level. 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, 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. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: SK-17: Applicant must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the SK-14 level. Specialized experience have all of the following below: Providing oversight and direction for a wide range of issues related to the operations and business management of internal administrative responsibilities such as human capital, and resource allocation; AND Implementing administrative policies, procedures, or initiatives to meet organizational needs and accomplish program objectives; AND Working in both financial management/budget analysis and human resources with additional experience in at least 2 of the following areas: Management analysis; Risk management or internal controls; Acquisitions management; or General administrative support (such as space management, travel services).

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Division of Examinations 100 F Street NE Washington, DC 20549 US
• Name: ask HR
• Email: [email protected]