This position is located with the Bureau of Indian Affairs, Navajo Region in Gallup, New Mexico. This position exercises delegated authority to carry out program functions and services that constitute the essential purpose for the establishment and continuation of the mission of the Bureau/Office. Yes - You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy

Duties

Serves as a senior advisor to management and executive leadership on developing and implementing strategic plans in support of achieving the program objectives. Serves as a line officer in charge of the administration of Indian Affairs for a region or Agency. Direct the planning, coordination, and execution of all activities pertinent to the kind and scope of programs and services to be provided by the Agency. Exercised significant responsibilities in dealing with officials of other organizations and in advising senior leadership. Represents the Bureau/Office for the program overseen and is the designated official for upholding and discharging the responsibilities pertaining the laws corresponding with the program. Maintains the official relationship of the Federal government with tribal leaders in the Government-to-Government relationships.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Indian Preference applies
• You will be required to have federal payments made by Direct Deposit
• You may be required to successfully complete a probationary/trial period
• A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.
• If you are a male applicant born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency.
• Incumbent is required to operate a government motor vehicle, must possess a valid driver's license, and have a safe driving record within the 3 year period immediately preceding submittal of GSA Form 3607.
• Will be required to file an OGE-450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report Form in accordance with 5 CFR Part 2634, Subpart I.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: (OPM Operating Manual, Qualification Standards for Administrative and Management, Program Manager, GS-0340.) GS-15: 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service. Examples of experience include managing the following program(s) listed under Deputy Regional Director-Indian Services. Which involved providing supervision and oversight of program(s) that entail the mission, functions, projects, activities, laws, rules and regulations for which the Bureau/Office is authorized and funded by statue to administration and enforce. Coordinates and provide management oversight of the daily operations and special projects involving multiple federal government programs pertaining to trust services, Alaskan Native and Indian services. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Merit Promotion candidates must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the announcement closing date. Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (title 25, USC Section 472). Additional selections may be made from this announcement if identical vacancies occur in the same location within 90 days from the closing date. TELEWORK: The Bureau of Indian Affairs has determined that the duties of the position are suitable for telework and the selectee may be allowed to telework with supervisor approval.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Education may not be substituted for specialized experience.

Contacts

• Address BIA Center for Recruitment Albuquerque BIA Center for Recruitment Albuquerque 1011 Indian School Road, NW Suite 136 Albuquerque, NM 87104 US
• Name: Agnes Teller
• Phone: (505) 563-5122
• Email: [email protected]