USAJOBS · 8 hours ago
Director, Water Division
Denver, Colorado, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$197K/yr - $228K/yr
1+ years expThe Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking a Director for its Water Division in Region 8. The role involves serving as the principal advisor on water management program matters, overseeing the implementation of the Clean Water Act and Safe Drinking Water Act, and ensuring the integrity of the region's waters.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Providing overall direction and management for the division
Directing program operations by providing guidance on interpretation and application of federal regulations, statutes, policies, and programs
Establishing strong working relationships with key officials of EPA; other federal and non-federal agencies (including representatives of state, tribal, and local governments); elected officials; representatives of private industry and professional groups; members of environmental organizations; and the general public to ascertain problems/issues and advise and coordinate on all aspects of the program
Serving on committees and panels and representing the region at national, interagency, state, and local levels
Accomplishing or directing actions to determine the effects of proposed or enacted federal or state legislation, new or proposed program requirements, new or improved technology, emergency situations, and court decisions
Ensuring that extramural resources, both procurement (contracts) and assistance (grants, cooperative agreements, and interagency agreements), are efficiently and appropriately managed in maximize use of the agency’s resources
Overseeing the development, assessment, and improvement of management control systems to safeguard programs and achieve mission results
Qualification
Required
You must be a U.S. citizen
You must submit a resume and required documents--see How to Apply section
Pre-employment drug testing is required and random testing thereafter
If you are selected, you must complete a 1-year SES probationary period, if not previously completed
The Ethics in Government Act, P.L. 95-521, requires the applicant selected for this position to submit a financial disclosure statement, OGE-278, prior to assuming the SES position, annually, and upon termination of employment
You will be required to obtain and maintain a top-secret security clearance
Applicants must have substantive general experience which provides a good basic or general knowledge of the principles of organization, management and administration; and substantive specialized (operating administrative or managerial) experience in a type of work or a combination of functions directly related to this position
All applicants must have one year of specialized experience at a level close to the work of this job that demonstrates the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform in this role
As a basic requirement for entry into the Senior Executive Service, applicants must also provide evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior level management capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Executive Core Qualifications and Technical Qualifications listed below
ECQ 1 - COMMITMENT TO THE RULE OF LAW AND THE PRINCIPLES OF THE AMERICAN FOUNDING. Involves demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people
ECQ 2 - DRIVING EFFICIENCY. Involves demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades
ECQ 3 - MERIT AND COMPETENCE. Involves demonstrated knowledge, ability, and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality
ECQ 4 - LEADING PEOPLE. Involves 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 hold individuals accountable
ECQ 5 - ACHIEVING RESULTS. Involves demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors
TQ 1 - Demonstrated experience administering and working with programs authorized under the Clean Water Act (CWA) and Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) and communicating technically complex environmental issues both verbally and in writing to a variety of audiences including state, federal and local officials; environmental and non-governmental organizations; industry; the public; and the regulated community
TQ 2 - Demonstrated experience forging relationships and interactions with local, state and federal agencies, environmental and citizens groups, and regulated entities in implementing regulatory and voluntary activities to improve water quality
Benefits
26 days of paid vacation
Sick leave
Holidays
Life insurance
Health benefits
Participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System
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