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DHS invites qualified individuals to apply to the prestigious Senior Executive Service (SES) Candidate Development Program (CDP), expected to commencein Fall 2025. The SES CDP is designed to develop individuals with proven leadership potential who wish to serve at the executive levels of government. Qualified individuals are those who have demonstrated through their performance and experience the potential to assume executive-level positions within the Federal Government.
Learn more about this agency11/05/2024 to 11/18/2024
$104,604 - $159,950 per year
You will continue to be paid your salary for your current appointment. No additional wages will be earned by participation in the DHS SES CDP.
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The SES CDP provides a series of developmental experiences to prepare high-potential individuals for positions within the SES. The SES CDP is a rigorous program, and the curriculum must be completed while balancing current day-to-day job assignments. The developmental experiences include formal classroom training and seminars, and a 120-day executive level developmental assignment outside of the participant's current Directorate/Office or chain of command, which focuses on the competencies for successful SES-level performance. Working with an Executive Mentor, all program selectees will create an Executive Development Plan that will guide program development experiences.
SES CDPPROGRAM CURRICULUM:
CANDIDATE STATUS WHILE IN THE PROGRAM: Candidates selected from outside DHS will also remain in their full-time position of record while completing program requirements, upon negotiation of a Memorandum of Agreement with the candidate's home agency and DHS.
All candidates selected for the DHS SES CDP are required to be in a paid duty status at the time of selection and remain in a paid duty status for the duration of their time in the program. If a finalist enters an unpaid status (LWOP) for any duration during any portion of the program, the pause or removal procedures may apply.
Only applicants who select the Attorney-Legal track must provide transcripts. In addition to the transcript, educational information should also be included on your resume, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type and year of any degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For more information, you may refer to the following U.S. Department of Education website: DAPIP | Homepage
DHS may review an applicant's publicly available social media presence during the hiring process.
Recommendation Letter - Recommended but not required:
The SES CDP is intended to identify a high-performing, high-potential talent pipeline for DHS executive succession. While not required, applicants may choose to upload a letter of recommendation from a current senior executive to support their application. This letter may be considered by selecting officials only for those applicants who compete through all application stages and are referred to selecting officials on the final certificate of eligibles.
The letter must be from a current and active member of the federal Senior Executive Service (SES) or General/Flag Officer of the US Armed Forces. Recommendation letters from retired SES or General/Flag Officers will not be accepted. Letters should be addressed to: DHS SES CDP.
Recommendation Letter Language:
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants must demonstrate competence and potential for development in the five SES Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs), which are the leadership criteria defined by OPM to certify candidates for SES positions. OPM's guide to the SES Qualifications provides detailed information on the ECQs. For more information about the ECQs visitOPM ECQs.
The applicant selection process involves several review phases:
Phase 1: Initial Review
Applicants who submit a complete application and questionnaire, including Accomplishment Records, will receive an email invitation with a link to complete the Situational Judgment Test (SJT). This invitation will come from the email address usastaffingoffice@opm.gov.
Applicants who submit an incomplete application or assessment questionnaire will NOT receive a link to the SJT and will not be considered further.
Phase 2: Minimum Qualifications Review and SJT
The ECQs assessed in the SJT are Entrepreneurship, Vision, and Problem Solving.All applicants who receive the link must complete the assessment within 48 hours after the announcement closes.
Once you begin the SJT, applicants will have 2 hours to complete the SJT. It's recommended you finish the SJT in one sitting to ensure timely submission. The SJT MUST be completed by 11:59 p.m. EST on 11/20/2024.
If you accidentally delete the SJT invitation or need it re-sent, please contact helpdesk@usahire.opm.gov within 48 hours after the announcement closes or by 11/20/2024.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and are considered best qualified through the Situational Judgment Test (SJT) will advance to the Accomplishment Record (AR) review phase. Those who do not meet the minimum qualifications or fail to complete the SJT, will not receive further consideration.
Reasonable Accommodations (RA) Request for the SJT: Requests for RA must be received before the Announcement closes on 11/18/2024to be considered for this job opening. Decisions on requests are made on a case-by-case basis. After notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation and have 48 hours from the time the invitation is sent to complete the SJT.
Phase 3: AR Phase
The ECQs addressed in the AR phase are: Financial Management, Developing Others, and Partnering.ARs are submitted via the Assessment Questionnaire at the time of application.
ARs will be evaluated and ranked by a review panel. Best Qualified applicants from the AR review phase will advance to the Structured Telephone Interview (STI) phase. Applicants who do not submit their ARs through the assessment questionnaire and or fail to provide the required verification information will not move forward to the AR phase or receive further consideration.
Phase 4: Structured Telephone Interview (STI) Phase
Applicants at this phase will undergo an STI by a panel of DHS executives. You will be rated and assessed using targeted questions for the following competencies: Flexibility, Leveraging Diversity, Human Capital Management, Accountability, and Political Savvy.
Best qualified applicants after the STI phase will be placed on a final certificate of eligibles for consideration by DHS Component hiring officials.
Phase 5: Final Selections
DHS Components will receive the certificate of eligibles and conduct a reference check with the immediate supervisor of individuals they are considering as a finalist into the program. Components may request a second interview with the applicant.
1. Resume (Only first 5 pages will be reviewed): In your resume, you must show evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability. Your resume should emphasize your level of responsibilities (including supervisory status, as applicable), the scope and complexity of programs managed, and your program accomplishments with the following information:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To begin, click the Apply button to create a USAJOBS account or log in to an existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire (NOTE: Applicants can make updates to their assessment questionnaire responses until the announcement closes. All updated responses will need to be re-submitted by 11:59 p.m. EST, 11/18/2024). https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12542592
Upon successful submission, applicants will receive an acknowledgement email from USAJOBS which will include instructions for completing the required Situational Judgment Test.
Upon conclusion of each selection phase, applicants will receive an electronic notification of their status.
Additional Information on Final Selections:
DHS Component hiring managers will review the certificate of eligibles and will determine their final selections based on the applicant's qualifications, experience, and potential to master the five Executive Core Qualifications.
Please Note:
Final selectees will be notified by DHS and offered acceptance into the program. Along with the acceptance, finalist will submit a signed Supervisory Acknowledgement form for participation, along with a Continued Service Agreement.
5 CFR 412 requires all SES CDP candidates to pair with an executive mentor. Candidates selected for the program will be required to secure an executive mentor within 90 days of the orientation. Executive mentors assist candidates with maximizing their potential through offering career advice, help work through challenges, share insights into the work environment of a DHS executive, provide feedback, and introduce candidates to executive networking opportunities. The mentor selected by the candidate must be a member of the DHS Senior Executive Service or equivalent for a minimum of 12 months and be outside of the candidate's direct chain of command. Mentors must be approved by the candidate's sponsoring DHS Component Executive Review Board (ERB) and submitted to the SES CDP program management team. Candidates will receive further detailed instructions and information on this important element, upon selection into the program.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/817412700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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