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Summary
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) is the independent statistical and analytical agency within the Department of Energy (DOE) that conducts a wide range of energy data collection, analysis, forecasting, and dissemination activities to ensure that its customers, including the Congress, the Administration, Federal and state governments, the private sector, the broader public and the media, have access to timely, reliable, and relevant energy information.
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Overview
- Reviewing applications
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Open & closing dates
02/10/2021 to 03/10/2021
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Salary
$174,225 - $199,300 per year
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Pay scale & grade
ES 00
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Location
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Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
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Travel Required
Occasional travel - Occasional overnight travel (1-5 nights per month) may be required to attend conferences, meeting and training.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Permanent
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Work schedule
Full-Time
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Service
Senior Executive
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Promotion potential
00
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
Yes
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Security clearance
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Drug test
No
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Position sensitivity and risk
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Trust determination process
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Announcement number
DOE-21-EIA-00937-SES
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Control number
591874900
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This job is open to
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The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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Federal employees - Competitive service
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
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Federal employees - Excepted service
Current excepted service federal employees.
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Veterans
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Senior executives
Those who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).
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Duties
The Director provides leadership and direction to the development and implementation of data systems and techniques for collecting data on petroleum, gas, coal, biofuels, electric power, uranium, and renewable fuels as part of EIA's comprehensive energy supply and demand data collection program. The program covers a wide-range of information sources in order to support the analysis and dissemination of relevant, reliable, and timely information through a full range of publicly available data and reports. These data and reports communicate the performance of U.S. energy companies and energy markets, and provide energy information to support analyses of complex public policy issues, including requests from the Congress and the Executive Branch.
As the Director, Office of Survey Operations you will:
Provide overall strategic planning, direction, and management for the Office's programs.
Direct the formulation, defense, administration, and evaluation of resources (funding, staffing, information, contracts) necessary to conduct the Office's activities; make resource allocation decisions among competing needs of the Office's activities and teams.
Oversee the establishment and maintenance of effective relationships with energy information sources and customers, including Congress, the Administration, other Federal Agencies, industry, and international organizations.
Direct a relevant, comprehensive, and efficient petroleum, gas, coal, biofuels, electric power, uranium, and renewable fuels data collection program, choosing the information and collection cycles that best represent underlying activity in the subject sectors for policymakers, analysts, industry, and interested citizens. Ensure EIA’s comprehensive energy supply and demand data collection program meets emerging needs that application standards are met, and efficiencies are realized.
Direct active outreach and research activities to develop relevant information programs, and coordinates with OES’s Office of Survey Methods and Research on the preparation of justification for proposed new surveys and re-authorization of existing surveys.
Direct impartial data collection and processing activities for ongoing surveys of petroleum, gas, coal, biofuels, electric power, uranium, and renewable fuels data. Supervises maintenance of sampling frames and directs the documentation and maintenance of data collections in compliance with applicable laws and agreements. Develop and maintain project management and other relevant process documentation.
Direct emergency or ad hoc energy data collection projects in response to major energy disruptions or problems in order to contribute to the development and implementation of policy guidance and/or corrective actions.
Assure the quality of EIA's petroleum, gas, coal, biofuels, electric power, uranium, and renewable fuels data collection program through the application of standard survey processes and coordinates with OES’ Office of Statistical Methods & Research as needed on quality issues.
Coordinate across OES aspects of survey data management including solutions ratifications, systems needs analysis, and process improvement recommendations. Work closely with users of petroleum, gas, coal, biofuels, electric power, uranium, and renewable fuels data, including those working on analysis and dissemination within EIA, and interested consumers of EIA's information to ensure they clearly understand the value and limitations of this information.
Direct assessments of the effectiveness of the development and operation of the petroleum, gas, coal, biofuels, electric power, uranium, and renewable fuels data collection program through performance measurement. Works with senior officials of other offices to use these measures to improve their operations, attain strategic objectives, and strengthen documentation for EIA's budget.
Ensure adherence to EIA writing/presentation/product guidance, agency acquisition requirements, and IT governance standards/policies.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- This employer participates in the eVerify program.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Subject to satisfactory security and suitability determinations.
- New appointees must successfuly complete a 1-year probationary period.
- Must pas a pre-employment drug test; random testing after appointment.
- CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT FOR THIS VACANCY: This is a career position in the SES. Unless the selectee is already a member of the SES with career status or has successfully completed an SES Candidate Development Program certified by OPM, executive qualifications must be approved by OPM before the appointment can be effected. If you are selected, you will be responsible for working with a DOE Executive Consultant to finalize your ECQ narrative for OPM submission.
- Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD-12). A selectee's appointment is contingent upon compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD-12) governing personal identity.
- PUBLIC FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE REPORT (OGE 278): If you are selected for this position, will be required to file this report prior to entry on duty in accordance with the Ethics of Government Act of 1978.
- SECURITY CLEARANCE: You must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE-Q level security clearance.
- DRUG TESTING POSITION: As a condition of appointment to this position, you will be subject to pre-employment/pre-appointment testing for illegal drug use under the U.S. Department of Energy Employee Drug Plan. If you are selected you will be provided information regarding drug testing. Failure to undergo testing or positive findings resulting from the test will eliminate you from further consideration for this position. If selected for and appointed to this position you will be subject to random drug testing while employed.
- PROBATIONARY PERIOD: An individual's initial SES career appointment becomes final only after the individual successfully completes a one-year probationary period.
- MOBILITY: It is anticipated that the incumbent will serve in the position for no more than four years before rotating to another executive position within the Program Office based on mission needs.
Qualifications
Applicants are required to submit a narrative statement for each of the five mandatory Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and each of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs). Please give a complete and detailed answer for each mandatory qualification. Eligibility for this position will be based upon a clear showing that the applicant has experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry out assignments of the position. Do not enter "Refer to Resume" to explain your answer. Applications directing the reviewer to search within the application or to "See Resume" are considered incomplete and WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Failure to submit a narrative statement or address all of the mandatory ECQs and/or MTQs, (if required) is also considered incomplete and WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Applicants currently serving under a career Senior Executive Service (SES) appointment, eligible for reinstatement into SES, or have successfully completed a SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) approved by OPM are not required to address the ECQs but must address all MTQs. If you are a non-SES employee or Non-Career SES employee, you must address each ECQ and MTQ. Failure to do so will result in disqualification of your application. Your application must demonstrate that you possess these qualifications. Please provide examples that are clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed, program accomplishments, policy initiatives undertaken, and level of contacts. All qualified candidates will be evaluated on the relevance of their experience, education, training, self-development, honors, awards, and outside activities.
Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs): Additional information regarding the following five ECQ's listed below is available on the Office of Personnel Management (OPM's) Web site at SENIOR Executive SERVICE
You must submit a written narrative addressing each ECQ generally not to exceed two (2) pages per ECQ for a total of no more than 10 pages. Any information in excess of ten (10) pages WILL NOT be considered. Also, adhere to the following OPM guidelines:
- 1 inch margins,
- 12pt font minimum and
- It is recommended to present each ECQ within 2 pages with no less than 2 examples.
- Try to limit introductory summaries to 2 paragraphs (it counts towards 10 page narrative limit).
- Lastly, ensure your examples quantify your experience (numbers, percentages, and timelines), use measurable results when possible and focus on substance of story.
A sample 5-page executive level resume and ECQ narratives can be viewed at this link http://www.opm.gov/ses/references/GuidetoSESQuals_2012.pdf
Applicants are encouraged to follow the Challenge, Context, Action and Results (C-C-A-R) model when preparing written ECQs narratives.
Challenge: Describe a specific problem or goal.
Context: Describe the individuals and groups you worked with, and/or environment in which you worked to address a particular challenge (e.g., clients, co-workers, members of Congress, shrinking budget, low morale).
Action: Discuss the specific actions you took to address a challenge.
Result: Give specific examples of measures/outcomes that had some impact on the organization. These accomplishments demonstrate the quality and effectiveness of your leadership skills.
ECQ 1: LEADING CHANGE: Ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals and establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.
ECQ 2: LEADING PEOPLE: Ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals and provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
ECQ 3: RESULTS DRIVEN: Ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations, and make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.
ECQ 4: BUSINESS ACUMEN: Ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
ECQ 5: BUILDING COALITIONS: Ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is required by law to review the executive core qualifications of each new career appointee to the Senior Executive Service (SES) prior to appointment.
For additional information on ECQs, please review the detailed information provided by OPM at the following link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/executive-core-qualifications/
Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs): A supplemental narrative must be submitted separately addressing each MTQ listed below. No more than one (1) page per MTQ is allowed; additional informational information will not be considered. MTQs must provide specific examples that address relevant experience and accomplishments. Applicants must reflect superior technical qualifications demonstrated through leadership and management in the following MTQs:
- MTQ 1 - Demonstrated experience in leading the development, operation, and analysis of domestic data collections in order to produce information relevant to a varied customer base such as Congressional, Federal and private sector policy-makers, financial market decision-makers, academics, international organizations, foreign governments and the general public.
- MTQ 2 - Demonstrated experience in leading the management of data which incorporates statistical and other analytic methods to assure the quality of end products that address such factors as insights into industrial behavior, protection of data providers as required by Federal law, and the needs of policymakers, the private sector and the general public.
- MTQ 3 - Demonstrated experience in leading the presentation of data from a variety of sources, the development of insightful and informative data products, and modernization strategies for existing and future systems.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
- New employees to the Department of Energy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify."
- The Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Veteran’s Preference does not apply to the Senior Executive service (SES).
- All males born after December 31, 1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government.
- You may be required to complete an OF-306, “Declaration for Federal Employment” form used to (a) determine your suitability for Federal Employment and/or (b) in conducting an investigation to determine your suitability or ability to hold a security clearance.
- Applications contain information subject to the Privacy Act (PL 93 579, 5 USC 552a). The information is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under Title 5, USC, Section 3302 and 3361.
- Faxed or e-mailed applications and/or resumes will not be accepted.
- Veteran's Information
- Telework: www.telework.gov
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be rated and ranked using only the information submitted for consideration. Applicants who do not demonstrate sufficient possession of the Executive Core Qualification (ECQ) factors and document demonstrated experience, training, and/or education in support of the technical qualifications by answering all of the questions for this vacancy announcement, will be ineligible for further consideration. Applicants will be evaluated on their narrative responses to the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and all of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs). The narrative must demonstrate the necessary level of skills, specialized knowledge, and technical competence that would indicate success at this level and must include clear and concise examples that emphasize the applicant's level of responsibilities, scope, and complexity. Please refer to the reference guide indicated in the link below to ensure the proper procedures for submission are followed. For detailed guidance on ECQs, applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Office of Personnel Management's Guide to Executive Qualifications at SES RECRUITMENT/ECQ.
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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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. If you are unsure, click the link for each document type to read more. ALL APPLICANTS: You must submit
1) resume supporting your specialized experience and responses to the online questionnaire. Ensure that you address the ECQs and MTQs either within the online questionnaire, or attached as supplemental documentation.
- Your resume should list all work experience (paid and unpaid); you must list the full name and address of the each employer.
- For all types of work experience, you should indicate the start and end dates (include month, day, and year); you must also list the average number of hours per week that you worked.
- For paid work experience, please indicate your starting salary for each position and the highest salary you earned (if different).
- Your resume should also include any education and training you have completed (list the program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date).
- For more information about what to include in your resume, please view this USAJOBS Resume Tutorial video on YouTube.
Most DOE offices will allow you to submit a resume in the format of your choice (as an attached document or as a USAJOBS Resume Builder format). However, some offices may require one specific format. You will be notified at the time you click 'Apply Online' which type of resume is acceptable. It is important that you are complete and thorough in your resume. If any of the above information is not included in your resume, we may not be able to fully credit you for your experience.
2) ECQ Narrative (no more than 10 pages, 2 pages per ECQ, 12 pt font, 1 inch margins)
3) MTQ Narrative (no more than 1 page per MTQ, 10 pt font)
4) (if applicable) Current or Former Career SES members must provide your SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibliity.
5) (if applicable) Graduates of SES Career Development Program: Copy of your Certificate of Graduation from SES Career Development Program.
6) (if applicable) Current or former Federal Civilian employees, please provide a copy of your most recent SF-50 (non-award) documenting the following: 1) full position title; 2) appointment type; 3) occupational series; 4) pay plan, grade and step; 5) tenure code; 6) service computation date (SCD).
- Note: If you are a current DOE/NNSA employee, you do not need to submit the SF-50s. This note does not apply to FERC and BPA employees.
For vacancies only open to the civil service: Current Federal Civilian employees: SF-50 demonstrating current employment in the Federal civil service, documenting the following: 1) Full position title; 2) appointment type; 3) occupational series; 4) pay plan, grade, and step; 5) tenure code; 6) service computation date (SCD).
- Note: If you are a current DOE/NNSA employee, you do not need to submit the SF-50s. This note does not apply to FERC and BPA employees.
7) If this position has a positive education requirement, you must submit a copy of your transcript or a separate course listing showing the college name, course title, department, hours earned (quarter or semester), and grade. If you have completed any part of your education outside of the US, you must submit the evaluation of your foreign education that has been prepared by an accredited organization.
HOW TO SUBMIT ALL SUPPLEMENTAL DOCUMENTS: The documentation identified above must be attached to your application using one of the following actions: 1). "Upload" to upload documents directly from your computer 2). "USAJOBS" to upload documents stored in your "USAJOBS" accounts. Please review and follow the instructions listed to successfully submit your documents.
IF you are selected for this position, you may be asked to provide additional documentation to verify your responses.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, you must submit your complete application no later than 11:59pm U.S. Eastern Time on the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to submit a complete application prior to the closing time (regardless of when you started) the application system will not allow you to finish! Requests for extensions will not be granted, so please begin the application process allowing yourself enough time to finish before the deadline. Our application system displays a countdown timer in the top-left corner of the screen for your reference. For your security, your session in our online application system will "time-out" if you are inactive for a certain period of time. We recommend that you preview the assessment questions before you apply and prepare all of your information prior to beginning the application. If you do get "timed-out" you will have to log back in to USAJOBS and re-visit the vacancy announcement, you can then click "Update Application" to finish where you left off.
All statements made in this application are subject to investigation and any false or dishonest answer to any question may be grounds for disqualification and loss of consideration. If your resume does not support the responses in your application questionnaire, or if you fail to submit required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score may be adjusted accordingly.
Steps to submit a complete application:
- You must have an active USAJOBS account and be logged in.
- You must have a complete resume associated with your USAJOBS account.
- You will be prompted to select a resume and any documentation you have attached to your USAJOBS account before you are transferred to the Department of Energy's online application system. Please be aware that any document you select before being transferred to our system, will not automatically be received. You must take steps to download your documents from USAJOBS during the "Documents" step within our online application system (see Step 5).
- You must respond to all applicant assessment questions, carefully following all instructions provided.
- You will then be asked to upload additional supporting documentation. If you selected documents from USAJOBS prior to being transferred to our application system (Step 3), you will need to click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process. These documents ARE NOT automatically transferred! It is ultimately your responsibility to make sure all required documents are either faxed, uploaded, or transferred from USAJOBS successfully. If you are unsure that your documents went through, please contact the HR Specialist listed on the announcement BEFORE the vacancy closes.
- IMPORTANT: In the final step of the application process you will be shown a copy of your resume and all the information you entered during the application process. You must click the 'Finish' button at the bottom of this final page and receive confirmation that your application has been received. If you do not click 'Finish', your application will not be received.
NEED HELP?
- If you experience any difficulties with the online application process (anything after you have clicked the 'Apply Online' button): contact the HR Office listed on this announcement between normal business hours. If you are receiving any kind of error message, please be ready to provide a screenshot or at a minimum, the error message text and number. If necessary, we will put you in touch with the technical support number if we are unable to assist you personally.
- If you need help with USAJOBS (searching for jobs, account password/profile issues, or Resume Builder): please visit the USAJOBS Resource Center and select a topic of inquiry. Or, you may reach out to USAJOBS directly for support, by visiting the USAJOBS Contact Us page. We regret that we are unable to support any issues with USAJOBS, as this service is not maintained by the Department of Energy.
- If you are experiencing a significant hardship which hinders your ability to apply online please contact the HR Office listed on this announcement during normal business hours to discuss your situation.
Agency contact information
Department of Energy
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Department of Energy
1000 Independence Ave SW
Washington, District of Columbia 20585
United States
Next steps
You may check your application status any time after the announcement closes. USAJOBS has added an alert setting to the system to drive status updates notification for applicants. We recommend that you update your USAJOBS profile to receive these status updates via email after the announcement closes. We will continue to update your status on-line as changes are made. Applicants who meet the mandatory ECQs and MTQs will be evaluated by a panel of senior executives. Failure to meet all qualifications automatically disqualifies an applicant. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Persons tentatively selected for appointment to SES positions must have their ECQs approved by OPM Eligibility for this position will be based upon a clear showing that the applicant has experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry out assignments of the position.
Fair and Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Required Documents
Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. If you are unsure, click the link for each document type to read more. ALL APPLICANTS: You must submit
1) resume supporting your specialized experience and responses to the online questionnaire. Ensure that you address the ECQs and MTQs either within the online questionnaire, or attached as supplemental documentation.
- Your resume should list all work experience (paid and unpaid); you must list the full name and address of the each employer.
- For all types of work experience, you should indicate the start and end dates (include month, day, and year); you must also list the average number of hours per week that you worked.
- For paid work experience, please indicate your starting salary for each position and the highest salary you earned (if different).
- Your resume should also include any education and training you have completed (list the program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date).
- For more information about what to include in your resume, please view this USAJOBS Resume Tutorial video on YouTube.
Most DOE offices will allow you to submit a resume in the format of your choice (as an attached document or as a USAJOBS Resume Builder format). However, some offices may require one specific format. You will be notified at the time you click 'Apply Online' which type of resume is acceptable. It is important that you are complete and thorough in your resume. If any of the above information is not included in your resume, we may not be able to fully credit you for your experience.
2) ECQ Narrative (no more than 10 pages, 2 pages per ECQ, 12 pt font, 1 inch margins)
3) MTQ Narrative (no more than 1 page per MTQ, 10 pt font)
4) (if applicable) Current or Former Career SES members must provide your SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibliity.
5) (if applicable) Graduates of SES Career Development Program: Copy of your Certificate of Graduation from SES Career Development Program.
6) (if applicable) Current or former Federal Civilian employees, please provide a copy of your most recent SF-50 (non-award) documenting the following: 1) full position title; 2) appointment type; 3) occupational series; 4) pay plan, grade and step; 5) tenure code; 6) service computation date (SCD).
- Note: If you are a current DOE/NNSA employee, you do not need to submit the SF-50s. This note does not apply to FERC and BPA employees.
For vacancies only open to the civil service: Current Federal Civilian employees: SF-50 demonstrating current employment in the Federal civil service, documenting the following: 1) Full position title; 2) appointment type; 3) occupational series; 4) pay plan, grade, and step; 5) tenure code; 6) service computation date (SCD).
- Note: If you are a current DOE/NNSA employee, you do not need to submit the SF-50s. This note does not apply to FERC and BPA employees.
7) If this position has a positive education requirement, you must submit a copy of your transcript or a separate course listing showing the college name, course title, department, hours earned (quarter or semester), and grade. If you have completed any part of your education outside of the US, you must submit the evaluation of your foreign education that has been prepared by an accredited organization.
HOW TO SUBMIT ALL SUPPLEMENTAL DOCUMENTS: The documentation identified above must be attached to your application using one of the following actions: 1). "Upload" to upload documents directly from your computer 2). "USAJOBS" to upload documents stored in your "USAJOBS" accounts. Please review and follow the instructions listed to successfully submit your documents.
IF you are selected for this position, you may be asked to provide additional documentation to verify your responses.
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Learn more about this agency
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, you must submit your complete application no later than 11:59pm U.S. Eastern Time on the closing date of this announcement. If you fail to submit a complete application prior to the closing time (regardless of when you started) the application system will not allow you to finish! Requests for extensions will not be granted, so please begin the application process allowing yourself enough time to finish before the deadline. Our application system displays a countdown timer in the top-left corner of the screen for your reference. For your security, your session in our online application system will "time-out" if you are inactive for a certain period of time. We recommend that you preview the assessment questions before you apply and prepare all of your information prior to beginning the application. If you do get "timed-out" you will have to log back in to USAJOBS and re-visit the vacancy announcement, you can then click "Update Application" to finish where you left off.
All statements made in this application are subject to investigation and any false or dishonest answer to any question may be grounds for disqualification and loss of consideration. If your resume does not support the responses in your application questionnaire, or if you fail to submit required documentation before the vacancy closes, you may be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score may be adjusted accordingly.
Steps to submit a complete application:
- You must have an active USAJOBS account and be logged in.
- You must have a complete resume associated with your USAJOBS account.
- You will be prompted to select a resume and any documentation you have attached to your USAJOBS account before you are transferred to the Department of Energy's online application system. Please be aware that any document you select before being transferred to our system, will not automatically be received. You must take steps to download your documents from USAJOBS during the "Documents" step within our online application system (see Step 5).
- You must respond to all applicant assessment questions, carefully following all instructions provided.
- You will then be asked to upload additional supporting documentation. If you selected documents from USAJOBS prior to being transferred to our application system (Step 3), you will need to click the "USAJOBS" link to complete the transfer process. These documents ARE NOT automatically transferred! It is ultimately your responsibility to make sure all required documents are either faxed, uploaded, or transferred from USAJOBS successfully. If you are unsure that your documents went through, please contact the HR Specialist listed on the announcement BEFORE the vacancy closes.
- IMPORTANT: In the final step of the application process you will be shown a copy of your resume and all the information you entered during the application process. You must click the 'Finish' button at the bottom of this final page and receive confirmation that your application has been received. If you do not click 'Finish', your application will not be received.
NEED HELP?
- If you experience any difficulties with the online application process (anything after you have clicked the 'Apply Online' button): contact the HR Office listed on this announcement between normal business hours. If you are receiving any kind of error message, please be ready to provide a screenshot or at a minimum, the error message text and number. If necessary, we will put you in touch with the technical support number if we are unable to assist you personally.
- If you need help with USAJOBS (searching for jobs, account password/profile issues, or Resume Builder): please visit the USAJOBS Resource Center and select a topic of inquiry. Or, you may reach out to USAJOBS directly for support, by visiting the USAJOBS Contact Us page. We regret that we are unable to support any issues with USAJOBS, as this service is not maintained by the Department of Energy.
- If you are experiencing a significant hardship which hinders your ability to apply online please contact the HR Office listed on this announcement during normal business hours to discuss your situation.
Agency contact information
Department of Energy
- Address
-
Department of Energy
1000 Independence Ave SW
Washington, District of Columbia 20585
United States
Next steps
You may check your application status any time after the announcement closes. USAJOBS has added an alert setting to the system to drive status updates notification for applicants. We recommend that you update your USAJOBS profile to receive these status updates via email after the announcement closes. We will continue to update your status on-line as changes are made. Applicants who meet the mandatory ECQs and MTQs will be evaluated by a panel of senior executives. Failure to meet all qualifications automatically disqualifies an applicant. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. Persons tentatively selected for appointment to SES positions must have their ECQs approved by OPM Eligibility for this position will be based upon a clear showing that the applicant has experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry out assignments of the position.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Agency contact information
Department of Energy
- Address
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Department of Energy
1000 Independence Ave SW
Washington, District of Columbia 20585
United States