The Office of Labor-Management and Employee Relations (OLMER) directs and coordinates the SSA-wide labor-management and employee relations program to ensure timely and quality service in support of the Agency's mission. OLMER provides guidance and advisory services, including the interpretation of the union management agreements, on a broad range of issues and matters such as bargaining, conflict and dispute resolution, disciplinary and adverse actions and representation related to the program.

Duties

The Deputy Associate Commissioner (DAC) for Labor-Management and Employee Relations (OLMER) serves as full deputy and "alter ego" to the Associate Commissioner. The DAC, OLMER provides senior executives leadership and direction in the development, administration and evaluation of a comprehensive nationwide program in all areas of labor relations and a varied array of employee relations matters. Employee relations matters typically involve performance based disciplinary and adverse actions, employee grievances, criminal misconduct (in collaboration with the Office of the General Counsel and Office of the Inspector General), suitability for non-sensitive positions, activity relating to unacceptable performance, and Agency representation before the MSPB, arbitrators and third parties. The incumbent acts as a principal source of expertise in SSA to whom the Commissioner, Deputy Commissioner, equivalents, and key Agency executives look for advice, guidance and counsel in these areas. Additionally, the DAC, OLMER: Exercises leadership and provides direction in the development of a broad range of innovative policy options and decisions, ensuring all aspects of the SSA labor-management and assigned areas of employee relations program are in concert with agency goals and objectives. Directs administration of SSA's collective bargaining agreements (CBAs). Participates in contract negotiations and provides expert advice, consultation and guidance to top management officials throughout the Agency on the development of bargaining strategy and the associated issues during negotiations. Advises headquarters and top field managers on critical and sensitive matters in dealings with union officials. Directs preparation and presentation of the SSA management position for third party labor relations and performance-based and other employee relations activities for which accountable in headquarters, and as appropriate, for regional and field components.

Requirements

Qualifications

As a basic requirement, applicants MUST demonstrate progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level managerial capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under Executive Core Qualifications and Mandatory Professional/Technical Qualifications. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the GS-15 grade level in the Federal service or its equivalent with state or local government, the private sector, or non-governmental organizations. Failure to meet this basic qualification requirement and all executive and technical qualification factors automatically disqualifies an applicant. You must clearly show that you possess the experience and leadership competencies to perform the duties of an executive. To be considered for this position, all applicants must address each of the Mandatory Professional/Technical Qualifications (MTQ) and the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) listed below in the application documents you submit. Unless you are currently serving under a career Senior Executive Service appointment, are eligible for reinstatement into the Senior Executive Service, or have successfully completed a Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program approved by OPM and been certified by OPM, you must submit a narrative statement covering each of the Executive Core Qualifications listed below. Your examples should be clear and concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, scope and complexity of programs managed, program accomplishments with results of your actions, policy initiatives, and level of contacts. Each MTQ and ECQ must be addressed separately and submitted with your application. Please refer to the OPM Guide to SES Executive Core Qualifications (https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/reference-materials/guidetosesquals_2012.pdf) for guidance on how to describe your executive qualifications. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS: Narrative Statements for the ECQs must not exceed 10 pages; additional pages will not be considered. This document MUST be submitted using the "Executive Core Qualifications" document type. ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE: You must have demonstrated an ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. Leadership Competencies: Creativity & Innovation, External Awareness, Flexibility, Resilience, Strategic Thinking, Vision ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE: You must demonstrate the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Leadership Competencies: Conflict Management, Leveraging Diversity, Developing Others, Team Building ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. Leadership Competencies: Accountability, Customer Service, Decisiveness, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, Technical Credibility ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN: This ECQ involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resource strategically. Leadership Competencies: Financial Management, Human Capital Management, Technology Management ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS: This ECQ 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. Leadership Competencies: Partnering, Political Savvy, Influencing/Negotiating FUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES: The following competencies are the foundation for success in each of the Executive Core Qualifications: Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Integrity/Honesty, Written Communication, Continual Learning, and Public Service Motivation. MANDATORY PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQs): No more than one (1) page per MTQ is allowed; additional information will not be considered. This document MUST be submitted using the "Mandatory Technical Qualification" document type. Broad knowledge of and demonstrated experience providing strategic oversight of and managing a nationwide Federal sector labor-management relations and employee relations program for a mid- to large size Federal agency, including a working knowledge of the Federal sector labor-management relations statute specifically relating to the duty to bargain, negotiability, and Federal sector arbitration. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS (DQs): An optional statement addressing each Desirable Qualification (DQ) is strongly recommended. No more than one (1) page per DQ is allowed; additional information will not be considered. This document should be submitted using the "Desirable Qualification" document type. Experience assessing, managing, and strategic oversight of a broad range of LR/ER functions for a mid- to large size Federal agency, to include employee conduct, performance, and dispute resolution; labor/management negotiations; and administering labor agreements. **Note for Current and/or Former Political Appointees: Effective January 1, 2010, OPM must authorize any employment offers we make to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-Career SES employees in the executive branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office within your application package.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address DCHR Front Office 6401 Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21235 US
• Name: Jennifer Bartlette
• Email: [email protected]