Summary The U.S. Census Bureau is seeking a highly-motivated and capable executive to serve as the Chief, Economic Management Division. This position is a Senior Executive Service (SES) Career-Reserved position. Positions in the SES are not graded. SES pay is commensurate with qualifications. SES employees are eligible for bonuses and awards based on performance. Veteran's preference is not applicable to SES. Responsibilities The Chief, Economic Division will: Have overall responsibility for developing and carrying out operations to support economic statistics programs while implementing best practices in project and program management. Work closely with the Assistant Director to establish priorities; works in partnership with the division chiefs and managers in the Economic Programs Directorate as well as corporate service providers within the Census Bureau; and ensures timely delivery and completion of operations for economic programs. Be responsible for, in cooperation with the Chief of the Economic Applications Division, for ensuring that the necessary technology, hardware and programs for the processing of economic data are in place to achieve statistical objectives and for the effective and timely processing and release of the data, conducting a continuous review and evaluation of the effectiveness and quality of system output. Have final responsibility for the development and establishment of directorate standards, within general Census Bureau policies and legal requirements, for prescribing the conduct of statistical surveys, for working relationships with other governmental agencies, business and industrial groups, and other organizations, and for preparing requirements and specifications for the collection, processing, and dissemination processes for all programs of the Economic Directorate. Foster cooperative relationships with officials of other governmental, business, and private groups in making arrangements for desired data and other assistance necessary to the accomplishment of the Directorate's programs, and to obtain their fullest cooperation and support of the basic program. Travel Required: Occasional Travel Description: Travel may be required to attend or present at meetings and conferences on topics relevant to the U.S. Census Bureau's mission. Requirements Conditions of Employment To meet the minimum qualifications, you must show that you possess all of the Executive Core Qualifications and Professional/Technical Qualifications listed. These qualifications would typically be acquired through education, senior level experience, and training which reflect progressive development and achievement in leading and managing a comprehensive program in a complex organization. An individual's total experience must demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicants must meet all of the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. If hired for this position with the Census Bureau, at its headquarters office located in Suitland, Maryland, you will be expected to temporarily telework to maximum extent while the headquarters building is being renovated. Once permitted to return to the office building, you will be expected to do so within 30 calendar days of receiving notification. At that time, you may be eligible to continue to telework or work remotely two or more days a pay period consistent with the Census Bureau's flexible telework and remote work policies and approval from your supervisor. Conditions of Employment: U.S. Citizenship. Background investigation and/or security clearance is required. One-year probationary period may be required. Public Financial Disclosure (SF-278 filing within 30 days is required). Designated and/or random drug testing may be required. Qualifications Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs): ECQ #1 - Leading Change: involves the 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 and Innovation, External Awareness, Flexibility, Resilience, Strategic Thinking, and Vision. ECQ #2-Leading People: involves 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 conflict. Leadership Competencies: Conflict Management, Leveraging Diversity, Developing Others, and Team Building. ECQ #3 - Results Driven: 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, and Technical Credibility. ECQ #4 - Business Acumen: involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. Leadership Competencies: Financial Management, Human Capital Management, and Technology Management. ECQ #5 - Building Coalitions: 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 and Influencing/Negotiating. Fundamental Competencies: These competencies are the foundation for success in each of the Executive Core Qualifications: Interpersonal Skills, Communication, Integrity/Honesty, Written Communication, Continual Learning and Public Service Motivation. Professional and Technical Qualifications (PTQs): PTQ #1- Experience that demonstrates extensive knowledge of statistical survey methodology, data collection methodology, data capture and information technology systems sufficient to manage the Census Bureau's planning and implementation of operations for the Economic Directorate. PTQ #2- Experience that demonstrates knowledge of the statistical needs of the broad range of economic data providers and users, including government policy makers, other statistical agencies such as the Bureau of Economic Analysis and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and private industry. PTQ #3- Experience that demonstrates knowledge in effectively developing and implementing innovation across program areas resulting in reduced costs and efficiencies as well as improved quality or reduced respondent burden with respect to survey collection, processing and/or data dissemination. For detailed guidance on ECQs, applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Office of Personnel Management's Guide to Executive Qualifications at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/executive-core-qualifications/ Example ECQ statements are available at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/reference-materials/guidetosesquals_2012.pdf Education Degree: that included 24 semester hours of mathematics and statistics, of which at least 12 semester hours were in mathematics and 6 semester hours were in statistics. or Combination of education and experience -- at least 24 semester hours of mathematics and statistics, including at least 12 hours in mathematics and 6 hours in statistics, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Additional Information Financial Disclosure: This position is covered under the Ethics in Government Act, which requires comprehensive financial disclosures from employees. The appointee will be required to file a Public Financial Disclosure Report (SF-278), within 30 days after his/her appointment, and then annually thereafter. Qualifications Approval and Probationary Period: Persons newly selected for career appointment to the Senior Executive Service must have their executive core qualifications approved by an Office of Personnel Management Qualifications Review Board and will be required to serve a one-year probationary period. Mobility: Individuals selected for Senior Executive Service positions may be subject to reassignment across geographical, organizational, and functional lines. The materials you send with your application will not be returned. Please DO NOT put your SSN on pages within your application package. Privacy Act - Privacy Act Notice (PL 93-579): The information requested here is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under Title 5 U.S.C. 3302 and 3361.Signature - Before you are hired, you will be required to sign and certify the accuracy of the information in your application. False Statements - If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired, you may be fired after you begin work, or you may be subject to fine, imprisonment, or other disciplinary action. Selective Service - If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. 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