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The Justice Management Division (JMD) provides senior management officials with advice relating to basic Department policy for budget and financial management, personnel management and training, procurement, ethics, equal employment opportunity, information processing, telecommunications, security, and all matters pertaining to organization, management, and administration.
THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 01/31/2022 TO ALLOW FOR THE RECEIPT OF ADDITIONAL APPLICATIONS.
01/11/2022 to 01/28/2022
$135,468 - $203,700 per year
SL 00
1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
No
Permanent
Full-time
Competitive
00
No
Yes
22-SL-JMD-01
630759200
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Current excepted service federal employees.
All groups of qualified individuals
*Note: This is a Senior Level position (SL). Most senior level employees are in non-executive positions whose duties are broad and complex enough to be classified above GS-15. The position duties are primarily leading teams and projects, and do not meet the SES functional criteria.
The Chief Diversity Officer (CDO) position is located within the Justice Management Division, in Washington D.C. In that capacity, the CDO works closely with the Deputy Assistant Attorney General, Human Resources and Administration (DAAG/HRA) to lead the Department's efforts on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). This position will ensure that DEIA issues remain a priority in the Department and provide an organizational channel for Department-wide accountability.
The Senior Level CDO will provide strategic advice and counsel to the DAAG/HRA, as well as other senior-level officials within the Department, on DEIA-related issues while coordinating DEIA initiatives across the Department and in collaboration with every component. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
-Serves as a technical expert on a Departmental DEIA Council as a conduit for communication and cooperation between Department employees and managers to better understand and apply principles of DEIA in the workplace.
-Coordinates the Department's work to address the requirements of Executive Order (E.O.) 14035, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility in the Federal Workforce, which includes assessing DEIA within DOJ and developing a DEIA strategic plan to advance DEIA within DOJ and remove any potential barriers to DEIA in the workforce.
-Examines existing DOJ policies, procedures, and practices, and identifies areas where corrective action is needed to foster an organizational culture shift that is in keeping with E.O. 14035.
-Builds and promotes a data driven approach to DEIA that includes the use of key performance indicators to ensure effectiveness and accountability for progress.
-Assesses the current state of DEIA within DOJ's workforce and develops strategic plans to eliminate any barriers to success faced by employees.
-Monitors and reports the success of various DEIA initiatives using key performance indicators within the DOJ to ensure both effectiveness and agency accountability serving as the model for sub-components.
-Expands the availability of DEIA training and continuous learning opportunities throughout the Department so that Federal employees are supported in building skillsets to promote respectful and inclusive workplaces.
-Partners with DOJ Human Resources Officers (HRO) and Equal Employment Opportunity Officers (EEO) to develop diverse applicant pools for DOJ employment opportunities through employment outreach and recruitment partnerships; thus, ensuring that the Department can recruit our Nation's best talent.
-Partners with DOJ HROs to identify and formulate methodologies to improve the collection and tracking of demographic data relating to employee participation in leadership and professional opportunities to ensure that these programs equitably serve all DOJ employees.
-Develops and evaluates departmental data, metrics, and research studies to enhance DEIA initiatives within the agency.
-Engages and collaborates with external CDOs from both the public and private sectors to benchmark and share best practices.
-Employs the use of creative strategies and innovative approaches that raise Departmental consciousness efforts, including affinity groups, monthly DEIA newsletter, and regular workshops/presentations/seminars/celebrations highlighting the diverse communities within theDOJ.
This position does not have a positive education requirement.
COVID-19 VACCINATION INFORMATION: As required by Executive Order 14043, Federal employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by law. If selected, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination by November 22, 2021 or before appointment or onboarding with the agency, if after November 22. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request of the agency a legally required exception from this requirement.
Due to COVID-19, if selected, you may be expected to telework for an undefined period under the Department's evacuation authority, even if your home is located outside the local commuting area. Employees in this status may be notified of a requirement to report in person to the component workplace with an advance notice of not less than 30 days. Prior to a requirement to report to the workplace, employees may be eligible to request to continue to telework one or more days a pay period depending upon the terms of the component's telework policy.To ensure compliance with this mandate, please review the vaccination requirements, to include timelines for receiving required doses, at the following: https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/faq/vaccinations/"
BENEFITS INFORMATION: DOJ offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits.
SELECTIVE SERVICE: If you were born male, on or 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. Additional information is found at: www.sss.gov.
Legal and Regulatory Guidance
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We recommend that your resume emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of the programs managed, and your program accomplishments, including the results of your actions. You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required of the position and on the extent your application demonstrates that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the Chief Diversity Officer. Please be sure to give concrete examples of your experience and demonstrate the complexity of the knowledge you possess.
Applicants who fail to submit all information and documents (i.e., resume, Mandatory Technical Qualifications, and other documents as applicable) WILL NOT receive consideration for this position.
Each Mandatory Technical Qualification must be addressed separately.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the occupational questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button at the end of the process.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
- Complete Resume
- Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) - Not to Exceed 6 Pages
- Current SF-50 (for current or former federal employees)
- Latest Performance Appraisal (for current or former federal employees)
- Other supporting documentation as required. Please see the "REQUIRED DOCUMENTS" section and review the applicant checklist link to determine if there are other documents you are required to submit.
Failure to submit a complete application (resume and all supporting documents) by 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time (EST) on may result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration. Please follow all instructions carefully as missing application information will not be requested. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of the outcome.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/630759200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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