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The right person for this job will be an attorney possessing exceptional writing skills and employment law-related experience, and who is an outstanding manager. This is an incredible opportunity for a seasoned leader to make a real difference in the lives of those who work for the legislative branch.
02/27/2024 to 05/08/2024
$184,000 - $203,616 per year
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1 vacancy in the following location:
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Term - Not-to-Exceed 5 years
Full-time - Monday - Friday
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DEST-12330614-24-CB
779828600
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Those who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).
Because Office of Congressional Workplace Rights (OCWR) is in the Legislative Branch, its executive positions are not in the Executive Branch's Senior Executive Service (SES). This Deputy Executive Director position, however, is equivalent to a position in the SES. Applications must be submitted via a non-automated email that contains the required attachments (cover letter, resume, writing sample, and if applicable, SF-50). See "How to Apply" for more specific instructions.
The person selected will serve at the pleasure of the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights (OCWR) Chair and Board of Directors for a term limited by statute not to exceed five years, with the possibility of being reappointed to a second five-year term. This position is one of two deputies who report directly to the Executive Director, and the person selected will be an integral part of the OCWR leadership team.
Responsibilities
This officer, a position created through statute, will serve as the deputy responsible for the program and administrative functions described below. Though the ED (or the Board or General Counsel in certain circumstances) retains ultimate authority by statute, the DED-S will lead the functions described below and will have the authority necessary to do so. The DED-S will also work closely with the ED on the entirety of the portfolio to ensure the success of the OCWR staff reporting through the DED-S. The following areas fall within the DED-S portfolio:
The individual selected for this position must meet the following requirements:
This announcement is open to all who meet citizenship and eligibility requirements. The selected candidate may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program, with costs shared with your employer. Life insurance coverage is also provided. New federal government employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another federal agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. You will earn annual leave and sick leave. You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. You may elect Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under FEHB plans.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Upon review of all résumés, the Office will determine which candidates will be asked to interview. Candidates will be notified and scheduled for interviews, if selected. All applicants will be evaluated based on their educational and relevant work experience. The OCWR does not discriminate against candidates based on their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.
Cover letter, resume, writing sample, proof of bar membership (a printout from a bar website is sufficient), and most recent SF-50, if applicable, must be emailed to DED-SJOB@OCWR.GOV.
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.
Send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, proof of bar membership (a printout from a bar website is sufficient) and, if a current or former federal employee, your most recent SF-50. The required documents should be sent as individual attachments via email to DED-SJOB@OCWR.GOV with no substantive text in the email. Only applications containing all required documents submitted via email by the closing date will be considered. Applications submitted via any job posting website or automated service, including through an "Apply Now" or similar function, will NOT be considered.
A selection panel will review all complete applications and set up an interview with those individuals who are considered most qualified for the position.
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/779828600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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Come join the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights (OCWR)!
For more than two decades, the OCWR has worked tirelessly to advance the principles of the Congressional Accountability Act (CAA), which protects the rights of legislative branch employees to work in an accessible and safe environment free from harassment, discrimination, and reprisal. The CAA requires Congress and legislative branch entities to follow many of the same employment and workplace safety laws that apply to the private sector and the executive branch of the federal government. The OCWR educates covered employees and employing offices on their rights and responsibilities under the Congressional Accountability Act, provides a neutral and an independent process for resolving alleged violations, enforces access for people with disabilities, and inspects legislative branch facilities for compliance with occupational safety and health standards.
