Chief of Staff Risk and Control Office
What you'd do
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is a bureau of the Department of the Treasury. The U.S. Department of the Treasury has a distinguished history dating back to the founding of our nation. As the steward of U.S. economic and financial systems, Treasury is a major and influential leader in today's global economy. We have over 100,000 employees across the country and around the world. Come Join the Department of the Treasury and Invest in Tomorrow.
Major duties
We strongly encourage applicants to read the entire announcement before submitting their applications. As the Chief of Staff, Risk and Control Office, you will serve as a principal executive adviser and consultant responsible for coordinating the Chief Risk and Control Officer (CRCO)'s enterprise portfolio, advancing executive priorities, resolving cross-functional issues, overseeing governance and accountability processes, and ensuring effective execution across risk management, internal controls, audit management, civil rights compliance, continuity of operations, and related programs. The executive exercises broad delegated authority to translate enterprise priorities into integrated plans, establish performance expectations and accountability, resolve cross-organizational issues, and advise the Chief, CRCO, Chief Executive Officer, and other senior leaders. The executive evaluates IRS operations and control environments-including financial management, audit, procurement, program performance, continuity, and compliance-to identify material risks, recommend policy or operational changes, and strengthen the integrity, efficiency, and resilience of tax administration. The Chief of Staff Risk and Control Office performs the following duties and responsibilities: Directs the strategic and operational integration of the CRCO organization. Establishes priorities, operating plans, performance measures, and governance routines; monitors progress toward organizational goals; assesses effectiveness, efficiency, and resource use; and directs adjustments needed to achieve results. Provides executive leadership and enterprise-wide oversight for COOP and emergency management. Establishes policy, standards, and accountability expectations; ensures the identification and protection of mission-essential functions; oversees continuity planning, readiness assessments, training, exercises, corrective actions, and incident execution; and holds business-unit leadership accountable for preparedness and sustained operational capability under all conditions. Leads the development and execution of a comprehensive enterprise process for identifying, assessing, monitoring, communicating, and mitigating risks that could impair IRS objectives, operational integrity, taxpayer service, or mission delivery. Integrates enterprise audit management and internal-control activities. Evaluates control environments and business practices, identifies systemic weaknesses and emerging risk, recommends corrective action, and monitors remediation to strengthen compliance, accountability, and operational performance. Provides executive-level governance, coordination, and advice on Civil Rights Compliance programs, including Equal Employment Opportunity, Anti-Harassment, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Civil Rights, and Disability Services, to promote compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies and accountability for program effectiveness. Represents the IRS and collaborates with senior officials at the Department of the Treasury and, as appropriate, Office of Management and Budget, Government Accountability Office, Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration, and other federal entities on matters involving risk, audit, internal control, civil rights compliance, continuity, emergency management, and organizational resilience. Acts as the CRCO's delegate, as necessary, and exercises independent decision-making authority on enterprise issues within delegated parameters. Advises IRS Division Commissioners, Chiefs, Field Directors, and other senior leaders to resolve cross-organizational issues and ensure integrated policies, programs, and initiatives. Formulates or recommends enterprise policies, governance mechanisms, and management improvements. Evaluates legislative proposals, legal and regulatory developments, Administration and Treasury priorities, emerging technology, and internal and external trends to anticipate risk and adapt programs and operations. WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OTHER IRS CAREERS? If you want to find out more about IRS careers, visit us on the web at www.jobs.irs.gov
What you need to qualify
To qualify for the position of Chief of Staff Risk and Control Office, you must meet the following requirements: RESUME: To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) 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. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect the demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. Your resume must demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to fulfill executive responsibilities typically required in SES positions, including: Directing the work of an organizational unit; Accountability for the success of one or more specific programs or projects; Monitoring progress toward organizational goals and periodically evaluates and makes appropriate adjustments to such goals; Supervising the work of other managers; or Exercising important policy-making, policy-determining, or other executive functions. 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 eligiblity, 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. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): By statute, OPM prescribes Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) for the appointment of career Senior Executive Service (SES) members. The ECQs were designed to evaluate executive experience and not technical expertise. The following ECQs provide the focus for certification of executive core qualifications for initial appointment to the SES. Your two-page resume should show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications. 1. Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding: Demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, the commitment to uphold Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. Leadership Competencies: Knowledge of the American System of Government; Commitment to the Rule of Law; Civic-Mindedness. 2. Driving Efficiency: Demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. Leadership Competencies: Fiscal Responsibility; Managing Resources; Leveraging Technology. 3. Merit and Competence: Demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. Leadership Competencies: Technical Skill; Problem Solving; Agility and Resilience. 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. Leadership Competencies: Accountability; Developing Others; Executive Judgement. 5. Achieving Results: Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Leadership Competencies: Operational Mindset; Innovation; Strategic Thinking. FUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES: The following competencies are the foundation for success in each of the Executive Core Qualifications: Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Continual Learning, Written Communication, Integrity/Honesty, and Public Service Motivation. Additional information about the SES and ECQs can be found on the OPM SES Website: OPM Guide to SES Qualifications. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQs): In addition to the ECQs, candidates must address Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs). MTQs are designed to assess an applicant's experience relevant to the specific position requirements. All applicants must clearly demonstrate in their two-page resume, experience and accomplishments related to the MTQs below: Enterprise Risk, Internal Control, Audit, and Compliance Leadership - Demonstrated executive-level experience leading or integrating enterprise-wide governance, risk management, internal control, audit management, compliance, continuity, emergency management, or organizational-resilience programs within a large and complex organization. Experience must demonstrate responsibility for establishing or implementing organizational policy, evaluating program effectiveness, addressing significant enterprise risks, and holding senior officials or organizational components accountable for results. Continuity, Organizational Resilience, and Executive Governance - Demonstrated executive-level experience serving as a principal adviser to senior leadership and translating strategic priorities into coordinated action across multiple organizational components. Experience must demonstrate the ability to advise senior decision-makers on complex and sensitive matters, resolve cross-functional issues, establish governance and accountability mechanisms, lead high-priority initiatives, and ensure the timely implementation of executive decisions. There is NO requirement to prepare a separate narrative statement specifically addressing the ECQs or MTQs. Only the required 2-page resume will be considered. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week, on your resume.
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