Chief Operating Officer
What you'd do
This position is part of the National Mediation Board. The Chief Operating Officer (COO) has full responsibility for managing the NMB's internal programs and for implementing the Board's policies and general direction in all matters related to the budgetary, information technology, and administrative affairs of the National Mediation Board.
Major duties
Assists the Board in all aspects of the administration of NMB operations, including, but not limited to, implementing the Agency's goals and priorities, improving program performance, formulating consistent policies and procedures for support services and insuring maximum support for other managers, directors and their staff. In coordination with the General Counsel, the incumbent advises the Chairman and Members of the Board on policy and procedures required to carry out the mission of the NMB, and provides executive review and concurrence on policies, expense items and issue briefs that impact the NMB. Supports and is an integral member of the Agency's senior leadership team, working closely with the Chairman and Members of the Board, the General Counsel, Department Directors and managers to ensure the structural integrity and operational consistency of all agency operations and services. Through the process of the delegation of responsibilities to the Department Directors, oversees the day to day operation of the Agency. Provides critical technical assistance and advice to the Board and Department Directors regarding overarching priorities, specific goals, and strategic plans. Coordinates with appropriate managers and directors to create measures for evaluating progress in achieving identified goals and priorities. Through delegated authority, coordinates, supervises, and manages NMB's executive staff and programs of a functional and an administrative nature of the Board, including: Mediation/Alternative Dispute Resolution, Arbitration, Administration, Fiscal Services and Information Services. As the incumbent is the central point of contact for programs which cross organizational lines, ensures that an integrated approach characterizes all programs which require attention in more than one office. Manages human, financial, and other resources in accordance with law, regulations, and public policy as to achieve intended program results efficiently, economically, and effectively; and develops, guides, and supports agency initiatives to ensure continued compliance with rules relating to procurement, hiring and promotion, travel, expenditures, time and attendance, and IT security. Implements the NMB's goals for the strategic management of human capital resources, including an affirmative Equal Employment Opportunity program as an integral part of the human resources program.
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 qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the ECQ and MTQ related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. 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 this position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the ECQs or the MTQs. The ideal candidate will have experience managing employees through subordinate supervisors and have experience hiring, developing, and evaluating employees. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the GS-14/15 grade level in the federal service or equivalent in the private sector or non-governmental organizations. Failure to meet these basic qualification requirements in addition to all executive and technical qualification factors will automatically disqualify an applicant. As a basic requirement for entry into the Senior Executive Service (SES), each applicant must provide evidence of progressively responsible executive leadership and supervisory experience that is indicative of executive-level management capabilities that are directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQ) listed below. Your 2-page resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. MTQs: MTQ 1: The incumbent must have demonstrated experience at the executive level leading a multi-functional organization that includes a full spectrum of federal government programs, or equivalent, including budget/accounting, human capital, information technology, procurement and program operations supporting a complex nation-wide labor relations agency mission. MTQ 2: The incumbent must have demonstrated experience, at an executive level, developing and/or advising on the operational and management strategies, policies, and goals articulated by the Board; and collaborating with key staff to ensure that supporting policies and programs are implemented effectively and established priorities are achieved. ECQs: In addition to the MTQ requirements listed above, all new entrants into the 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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