Regional Director - California Great Basin
What you'd do
The Department of the Interior is currently seeking qualified candidates for the Senior Executive Service (SES) position of Regional Director, California Great Basin located in Sacramento, CA. The Department structures its SES positions into categories to determine the minimum pay for each position. This is a Category 2 position. The minimum pay for this position is $197,200.00. Pay is set based on consideration of the selectee's current salary and other factors.
Major duties
The incumbent carries out the following specific responsibilities: Provide executive-level leadership for assuring Reclamation's core mission - the delivery of water and the generation of power -- is achieved through the operation and maintenance of the Reclamation water resources projects in the region. Responsible for ensuring the proper management of the lands associated with such projects and the use and conservation of the resources located on those lands. Responsible for all projects and programs in the region being in compliance with the applicable regulatory statutes and regulations. Responsible for ensuring the formulation and execution of budgets, planning and development of work plans, operation, maintenance, and replacement of projects, construction of new infrastructure projects, timely and efficient execution of all programs, the setting of program and resource priorities, the allocation of staff and budgetary resources, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Responsible for operating and maintaining projects in a safe and reliable manner; protecting the health and safety of the public and Reclamation employees; ensuring continued delivery of water and power benefits consistent with environmental and other requirements; honoring state water rights, interstate compacts, and contracts to Reclamation users; playing an important role in meeting increasing demands for finite water resources; and enhancing the effectiveness in addressing complex water management issues in the West. Responsible for resource management, including assessment of projected water needs for agricultural, municipal, industrial, and other uses; generation and distribution of hydroelectric power to meet energy needs, including the negotiation and administration of contracts covering sales; protection of life and physical environment from damages of uncontrolled floods; development of public recreational facilities for camping, water sports, and fishing; control of pollution, sedimentation and salination. Serve as the Commissioner's representative in maintaining cooperative working relationships with other Federal, State, and local Government agencies, water users' associations, and other public and private groups in order to promote mutual understanding, assistance, and the development of required contractual relations. Responsible for overseeing several high-level projects and programs in California, Nevada, and Oregon that have a nationwide impact, both economically and environmentally. Plans and carries out programs for electric power generation. Evaluate organizational and staffing needs, assure the development of proper organizational patterns, assure full employee utilization by appropriate job design and employee development, and delegate sufficient authority to line and staff personnel.
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 not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualifications, you must submit a two-page resume (max) that shows you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and two Technical Qualifications (TQs). To be considered, only the first 2 pages of your resume will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. Technical Qualifications (TQs) are designed to assess an applicant's experience relevant to the specific position requirements. Your resume should clearly demonstrate your experience and accomplishments related to the two TQs below: TQ1 - Hydropower Operations & Energy Resource Management - Extensive knowledge of hydroelectric power generation, transmission, and associated contractual and financial frameworks, including rate-setting, power marketing, and integration of energy operations within multi-purpose water projects. TQ2 - Water Resource Systems & Infrastructure Management - Demonstrated expert knowledge of large-scale, multi-purpose water resource systems, including the planning, operation, maintenance, and modernization of dams, reservoirs, conveyance systems, and hydroelectric facilities to ensure reliable water delivery, power generation, and public safety. Your two-page resume should also show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications listed below: By statute, the Office of Personnel Management prescribes Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) for the appointment of career SES members. The ECQs were designed to assess executive experience and not technical expertise. ECQ 1-Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding: 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: 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: Demonstrated knowledge, ability, and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4 - Leading People: 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: Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors Qualifications will be evaluated based on how clearly and concisely you emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of your programs; services managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues addressed; and the results of your actions taken. Typically experience will have been gained at the GS-15 or equivalent in the private sector or non-governmental organizations. Already SES Certified? If you are currently serving under a career Senior Executive Service appointment, are eligible for reinstatement into the Senior Executive Service, or have completed a Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program (SES CDP) approved by OPM, you only need to submit a two-page resume and personnel action showing you have held a career SES position. SES CDP graduates must submit a two-page resume and a copy of their CDP program certification with their package.
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