Senior Adviser

About the role

The Office of the Chief Operating Officer (OCOO), Office of the Managing Executive for Small Offices (MESO) is seeking a Management and Program Analyst (Senior Adviser).

As a Senior Adviser, you will join a well-respected team in the Managing Executive for Small Offices and assist leadership with directing a broad range of business organizational policy and analysis, and operational capabilities for 15 small offices across the agency.

What you will do

• Directing a wide range of recurring portfolio-wide operational assessments and special projects spanning the areas of technology, human resources, acquisitions and contract management, budget and financial management, travel, and general administrative services.
• Leading complex, cross-functional projects and providing comprehensive analytical, procedural, and management guidance; developing and evaluating internal policies; providing expert guidance and instructions; assessing technical execution and productivity effectiveness; and overseeing program implementation.
• Developing ideas and strategic recommendations on a range of significant programmatic and operational considerations, performing analyses on program performance, and making recommendations to leadership to enhance business operations and advance process improvements.
• Analyzing various human capital data and information systems to support strategic workforce planning, succession planning, organizational design, and human capital management; identifying opportunities and methods to strengthen workforce practices, improve programs, and ensure alignment with mission objectives.
• Collaborating with the Managing Executive and senior leaders across the small offices to support portfolio-wide operations, data analysis and evaluation, and directs business process improvement initiatives that drive productivity, quality management, and organizational advancement.
• Advising the Managing Executive and small offices' senior leadership regarding complex operational matters, compiling special reports, and presenting formal and informal oral and written reports and briefings to senior leaders across the agency.

How you will be evaluated

Your resume and application package will first be reviewed to determine whether you meet the minimum qualification requirements outlined in the announcement. Please do not submit an Accomplishment Record at this time.

If you are found minimally qualified, you will be invited to participate in an Accomplishment Record Interview that functions as a skills-based assessment review of the competencies listed in the Qualifications section. This is a screening step, not the final job interview.

Basis for Rating: The rating panel will evaluate applicants' accomplishment records interview responses and resume, then place them into one of the following categories: Highly Qualified - Meets the minimum qualification requirements and has extensive skills and experience in most of the job related competencies.

Well Qualified - Meets the minimum qualification requirements and has a moderate amount of skills and experience in most of the job related competencies. Qualified - Meets the minimum qualification requirements, but may have a limited amount of experience in several of the job related competencies.

Top ranked applicants will be referred to the hiring office for further review and consideration. The hiring office may directly contact recommended candidates for interview(s). To preview the Questionnaire, click ***

Documents you must provide

• Your responses to the Questionnaire.
• Required: Resume - Resumes should include relevant work experience, with specific employment dates, that demonstrates qualifications for the specialized experience and competencies as outlined above.
• If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position.
• Resumes that exceed two pages will be deemed ineligible and receive no further consideration.
• For resume writing tips, visit USAJOBS and the SEC careers page.
• Required, if applicable: CTAP documentation (a copy of a separation notice or other proof of eligibility for priority selection; a copy of an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, showing current position, grade, promotion potential, and duty location; AND a copy of your most recent performance appraisal.) SEC EMPLOYEES: OHR will verify your competitive service eligibility via the SEC's personnel database.

What to expect next

You will be notified of your application status through USAJOBS at four points during the hiring process, as applicable.

You can check the status of your application by accessing the USAJOBS website at *** and clicking on "Track Your Online Application." By submitting your application, you are certifying the accuracy of the information contained in your application.

If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired, you may be terminated after you begin work, or you may be fined or jailed. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.

You will be required to submit official documentation before appointment.

The agency will then verify the information provided on your application (i.e., degree, Veterans' Preference, certification of disability, etc.).

Additional information

Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement and may be filled from any division or office within the agency. SEC COMPENSATION PROGRAM: Total salary (base pay + locality) is dependent upon duty location. The overall salary range listed above is provided for informational purposes.

The pay for current SEC employees will be determined according to the procedures specified in the agency's policy. If your selection results in a change in grade from an SK-15 to an SK-16, you will maintain your current salary. IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SURPLUS OR DISPLACED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: If you have never worked for the federal government, you are not I/CTAP eligible.

To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; the questionnaire asks you to identify your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility (2) be rated well-qualified; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. View information about I/CTAP eligibility on OPM's Career Transition Resources website.

Disability Employment: For information on disability appointments, click here. Reasonable Accommodation: If you are an applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation to participate in the SEC application process due to a medical disability, please contact ***. For religious-based accommodations, please contact *** .

Please be sure to submit your request at least 5 business days in advance of the date you need the requested accommodation. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Information for SEC Job Applicants: For more information, please click here.

The Fair Chance Act prohibits specific inquiries concerning an applicant's criminal or credit background unless the hiring agency has made a conditional offer of employment to the applicant.

An applicant may submit a complaint, or any other information, to the agency within 30 calendar days of the date of alleged non-compliance by contacting the Legal and Policy Office in the Office of Human Resources at ***.