Executive Deputy Administrator, Grain Inspection Services

Summary This position is designated as SES Career-Reserved. USDA structures its SES positions into position levels. This is a position level 2 with a salary range of $204,122.00 - $216,010.00 per year. Exceptions to the salary cap may be considered in certain circumstances. SES employees are also eligible to receive bonuses and performance-based awards. Benefits for SES employees are available. Duties As Deputy Administrator (DA), the incumbent leads the Federal Grain Inspection Service (FGIS) within the AMS, delivering official inspection and weighing services to customers nationwide through a network of Federal, State and private entities. Participates fully with the Administrator and the Associate Administrator in developing, recommending, and directing FGIS programs, policies, and procedures. Oversees geographically dispersed employees, including field operations, quality assurance, compliance, technology and science, standardization, and international activities, managing a combination of user fee and appropriated funds. Provides farmers, handlers, processors, exporters, and international buyers with sampling, inspection, process verification, third party oversight, weighing and stowage examination services. Formulates and administers strategic plans and policies that manage the national grain inspection system and helps move our Nation's harvest into the marketplace. Represents the Program and the Department, providing expert counsel across grain industry stakeholders, including national trade groups, members of Congress, interagency and foreign partners. Collaborates routinely on Labor-Management Relations issues including in all areas the collective bargaining agreement. Leads and directs organizational changes to ensure the integrity, customer responsiveness, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency of FGIS Programs. Requirements and Conditions of Employment Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Veterans Preference is not applicable in the Senior Executive Service. Initial appointments are required to serve a 1-year probationary period. Background Investigation required. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with the Selective Service System or be exempt. File a Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment and annually thereafter. May be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. May be subject to pre-employment and random drug tests. Qualifications 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. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): The ECQs were designed to assess executive experience and potential, not technical expertise. They measure whether an individual has the broad executive skills needed to succeed in a variety of SES positions. All applicants must address the ECQs in their resume: 1. Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding. 2. Driving Efficiency. 3. Merit and Competence. 4. Leading People. 5. Achieving Results. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION (TQ): Applicants must demonstrate in their resume that they meet the following technical qualifications: Provide a comprehensive overview of your experience in developing, recommending, directing, and reviewing programs, policies, and procedures for the food and agricultural industries. Describe your executive leadership experience in directing highly complex technical, financial, and administrative programs in a fast-paced setting; staffing and motivating a geographically dispersed organization to accomplish its goals; leveraging limited resources efficiently and effectively; and resolving complex managerial challenges for customers or stakeholders. Additional Information Consideration for competitive selection for this position is open to all persons within the area of consideration who meet the basic qualifications. Non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, political beliefs, religion, marital or family status, disability, and other non-merit factors will not be considered. All application forms are subject to the provisions of the Privacy Act and become the property of USDA. USDA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. USDA prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication or program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA's TARGET Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io (voice and TDD). Reasonable Accommodation: This agency provides reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency at View phone number on click.appcast.io. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. #J-18808-Ljbffr