Deputy Administrator for Enforcement
What you'd do
This position is located in the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Mine and Safety Health Administration. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. The "Required Documents" section of this announcement identifies all documents that must be uploaded in order to be considered a complete application package. Applicants that do not submit a complete application will not receive further consideration.
Major duties
Participates and collaborates in the planning and coordination of long-range programs with other key MSHA officials and the Associate Solicitor for Mine Safety and Health, and when necessary, key officials in DOL, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, and the Departments of Energy and Interior. Provides programming input and advice in terms of mining expertise, interprets implications of inspection findings and enforcement actions, and makes recommendations as appropriate. Conducts conferences and meetings with Headquarters and field offices and staff with expertise in specific subject matter areas or on other related matters for the exchange of information, ideas, and recommendations regarding mine performance evaluations and overall evaluation of the effectiveness of MSHA's mine safety and health program. Approves, disapproves, or considers recommendations and, as appropriate, uses staff input in higher level program and policy planning meetings. Collaborates with key officials in DOL, State and local governments, the mining industry, labor organizations, professional associations, and national and international safety and health organizations.
What you need to qualify
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will be hired based on merit and competence. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ 1: Experience leading, directing, and coordinating complex, nationwide safety and health enforcement, inspection, and investigative activities within MSHA or a related occupational safety and health, or program, including working effectively with Federal partners, State and local governments, trade associations, labor organizations, industry representatives, and other key stakeholders involved in safety, health, and compliance matters. TQ 2: Knowledge of mine safety and health, or related occupational safety and health programs, laws, regulations, hazards, and enforcement practices, gained through extensive practical experience and education, that enables the incumbent to direct a comprehensive, multi-dimensional national program involving inspections, enforcement, accident investigations, policy development, and field operations. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.
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