Summary This position is located in the Office of Ethics Counsel (OEC), National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). NCUA is seeking an executive to serve as the Chief Ethics Counsel. Responsibilities As the Chief Ethics Counsel, you will: Serve as the chief ethics advisor to the Chairman, NCUA Board and senior NCUA leadership. Advise the Chairman, NCUA Board and senior NCUA leadership on the impact of policies and regulations. Develop, implement and monitor progress toward a number of standards and procedures related to ethics and prevention of workplace harassment programs and contracts. Direct the daily activities of NCUA's ethics programs. Coordinate with the U.S. Office of Government Ethics as required to successfully perform the duties of this position and to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Develop a plan and program to both prevent and respond to harassing conduct as defined in applicable laws, regulations and guidance issued by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Coordinate with executives and senior managers regarding the design and implementation of any remedies resulting from violations of statutes, regulations or executive orders pertaining to agency ethics and prevention of workplace harassment programs. Establish and monitor measures and standards for the agency ethics and prevention of workplace harassment programs ensuring that results are achieved in a manner that is consistent with governing policies, regulations, and statutes. Prepare opinions and furnish expert advice to the NCUA Board and employees on a wide variety of ethics issues arising under applicable laws and regulations, including post-employment restrictions, gifts, standards of conduct and conflict of interest issues, outside activities, securities holdings and transactions of NCUA employees and their immediate family members, and issues associated with employee contact with prohibited sources. Manage the preparation of the annual ethics plan, responsible for annual and other ethics training, and coordination of the financial disclosure program for both public and confidential filers, ethics counseling, advice and assistance throughout the Agency, and drafting, commenting on, and implementing regulations as applicable concerning ethics. Manage research and legal advice regarding gift acceptance programs, including gifts of travel to NCUA or its employees. Personally engage and direct legal research on problems that involve interpretation and application of Federal ethics laws and prevention of harassment in the workplace regulations that apply to NCUA and Agency staff. Direct the activities of the office, determine assignments, evaluate performance, review completed assignments, assist and advise subordinate attorneys and/or other staff on assignments, recommend and approve training, approve leave, etc. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications You must meet the basic requirements of this position as well as the specialized experience requirement. To Qualify for the SS-01 grade level: Qualified candidates will have a law degree (J.D. or LL.B.) and be an active member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. AND You must have one year (12 months) of full-time specialized experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to the CU/GS-15 grade level in the federal government (obtained in either the public or private sector). Qualifying specialized experience is defined as experience serving as a senior leader (executive or senior manager) managing a staff or division responsible for formulating and implementing agency/organization/company-wide ethics and prevention of harassment in the workplace program policies, procedures, etc.; and providing legal advice to senior leaders/executives on ethics and prevention of harassment in the workplace policies and regulations. To Qualify for the SS-02 grade level: Qualified candidates will have a law degree (J.D. or LL.B.) and be an active member in good standing of the bar of a state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. AND You must have one full year (12 months) of full-time specialized experience comparable in difficulty and responsibility to the SS/SES-01 grade level in the federal government (obtained in either the public or private sector). Qualifying specialized experience is defined as experience serving as an executive overseeing and directing the formulation, development, and execution of agency/company-wide ethics and prevention of harassment in the workplace program policies, procedures, etc.; and providing legal advice to senior leaders/executives on ethics and prevention of harassment in the workplace policies and regulations. Unofficial transcripts are required at the time of application. Official transcripts and proof of current and active bar membership will be required if selected. EXECUTIVE QUALIFICATIONS: You must clearly demonstrate in your resume that you possess all the executive qualifications listed below. We recommend that your resume emphasizes your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed, and your program accomplishments, including the results of your actions. PLEASE NOTE: Although it is not required, applicants are encouraged to address the Executive and Technical qualifications separately. Leading Change. This competency encompasses the ability to develop and implement an organizational vision, which integrates key national and program goals, priorities, values, and other factors. Inherent to it is the ability to balance change and continuity, to continually strive to improve customer service and program performance within the basic government framework, to create a work environment that encourages creative thinking, and to maintain focus, intensity and persistence, even under adversity. Leading People. This competency involves the ability to design and implement strategies which maximize employee potential and foster high ethical standards in meeting the organization's vision, mission and goals. Results Driven. This competency stresses accountability and continuous improvement. It includes the ability to make timely and effective decisions and produce results through strategic planning and the implementation and evaluation of programs and policies. Business Acumen. This competency involves the ability to acquire and administer human, financial, material, and information resources in a manner which instills public trust and accomplishes the organization's mission, and to use new technology to enhance decision-making. Building Coalitions/Communication. This competency involves the ability to explain, advocate and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner, and to negotiate with individuals and groups internally and externally. It also involves the ability to develop an expansive professional network with other organizations, and to identify the internal and external policies that impact the work of the organization. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION: Skill interpreting and applying ethics and anti-harassment laws, regulations and procedures to direct agency/organization/company-wide ethics and anti-harassment programs. You must provide specific details in your resume as to how your work experience meets the specialized experience and basic education requirements for this position as well as the Executive and Technical qualifications. Please include the month, year, and hours worked for each position held. Failure to provide specific details in your resume may result in an ineligible rating due to not meeting the specialized experience. Education All education must be received by an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with an education requirement) therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees received from schools recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants may verify accreditation at the following website: ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. Foreign Education: Education completed outside of the United States must be deemed equivalent to that gained in accredited U.S. education programs to be acceptable for federal employment. Additional Information SALARY: Salary is set by the NCUA Board, unless delegated to the Executive Director, and is based on the position and the individual's potential contribution to the agency's overall strategic goals and the executive and technical qualifications of the successful candidate. In addition to the standard benefits offered by Federal agencies, NCUA offers additional benefits to its employees. These benefits, some at minimal cost, are some of the best and most competitive in both the private and public sectors. More information can be found by clicking here. OTHER KEY REQUIREMENTS: You may need to serve a one-year managerial probationary period. Illegal drug use by individuals working for or on behalf of the federal government, whether on duty or off duty, is contrary to the efficiency of the service and in direct violation of the Controlled Substance Act and the Drug-Free Workplace Act. 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. You may register or check the status of your registration by visiting the Selective Service website at: http://www.sss.gov/ NCUA uses E-Verify, a web-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities. This position is not in the bargaining unit. In accordance with the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act of 2019 (Fair Chance Act), 5 U.S.C. Sec. 9202, and 5 C.F.R. Part 920, the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) may not request, in oral or written form, that an applicant for employment disclose criminal history record information before the NCUA makes a tentative offer of employment, absent an exception. Complaints that the NCUA violated the Fair Chance Act must be submitted to [email protected] or to, Office of Human Resources, Employee Relations, National Credit Union Administration, 1775 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 within 30 days from the agency's alleged non-compliance with the Fair Chance Act. NCUA IS A COMPETITIVE SERVICE AGENCY.