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Summary
The Executive Director leads the administrative functions of the EAC to achieve maximum efficiency and effectiveness in its programs and operations. The Executive Director oversees all day to day activities within the following divisions/offices: General Counsel, Chief Information Office, Testing & Certification, Communications, Clearinghouse, Grants, Research, Human Resources & Administrative, and Financial Management.
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Overview
- Job closed
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Open & closing dates
04/14/2022 to 06/25/2022
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Salary
$165,300 - $165,300 per year
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Pay scale & grade
ES 00
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Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
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Travel Required
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Term - Executive Service - Not in the Senior Executive Service.
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Senior Executive
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Promotion potential
None
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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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Announcement number
EAC-11362022-22-CB
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Control number
632472600
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Duties
The Executive Director has overall Commission-wide responsibility for implementing, through its operating divisions and offices, the management and administrative policies and decisions of the Commissioners. The Executive Director serves as a key management advisor to the Commissioners. The Executive Director is responsible for ensuring the agency meets its mission defined in HAVA. The Executive Director's responsibilities include:
- Ensuring that EAC administrative activities comply with governing statutes and regulations in support of the effective and efficient accomplishment of EAC's mission.
- Understanding HAVA and other election laws, regulations, and legal decisions pertinent to the EAC mission to assist with agency oversight.
- Maintaining good relationships with the U.S. Congress and the various EAC oversight committees and governing bodies of elections, including, state legislatures, city/county officials, and EAC FACA boards.
- Ability to establish program/policy goals and the structure and processes necessary to implement the organization's strategic vision and mission, to ensure that programs and policies are being implemented and adjusted as necessary, that the appropriate results are being achieved, and that a process for continually assessing the quality of the program activities is in place.
- Providing periodic assessment of the administrative efficiency and managerial effectiveness of the EAC through strategic planning including: program reviews, reviews of programmatic goals and outcomes, and resource utilization in achieving results.
- Consulting with and advising Divisions and Offices on general management and operating practices affecting their substantive program areas.
- Developing solutions to potential and existing barriers that may limit or impede goal achievement.
- Planning, assigning, and appraising work products to assure high levels of performance.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Candidates must meet all qualifications prior to the closing date of this announcement.
- Candidates must be a US Citizen.
Qualifications
The Executive Director has frequent contact with key officials throughout the country, and high-level contacts with officials of other government agencies and external organizations. These contacts often involve contentious and complex questions of agency direction and resources, as well as matters of policy, and require an extraordinary degree of tact, customer service approach, awareness, and communication skills.
Your resume must include information that emphasizes progressive leadership responsibilities for positions held to include the scope and complexity, program accomplishments, and results of executive actions taken. Additionally, the resume must include information that addresses how your qualifications relate to the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) and the Executive Competencies.
NOTE: EACH MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION and EXECUTIVE COMPETENCY must be addressed separately in a supplemental narrative statement.
Qualifications
To qualify for the position, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-15 level in the Federal service, or comparable experience gained outside federal service.
Specialized Experience is defined as experience in managing two or more of the following functional areas: strategic and operational planning, budget and financial management (which may include procurement), human capital management, management operations (including space, facilities, physical and personnel security), and records management/legal proceedings/or agency secretariat functions.
Must demonstrate the ability to perform at an Executive Level - see competencies below.
Mandatory Technical Qualifications
Your resume must include information that emphasizes progressive leadership responsibilities for positions held to include the scope and complexity, program accomplishments, and results of executive actions taken. Additionally, the resume must include information that addresses how your qualifications relate to the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) and the Executive Competencies.
NOTE: EACH MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION and EXECUTIVE COMPETENCY must be addressed separately in a supplemental narrative statement.
Qualifications
To qualify for the position, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-15 level in the Federal service, or comparable experience gained outside federal service.
Specialized Experience is defined as experience in managing two or more of the following functional areas: strategic and operational planning, budget and financial management (which may include procurement), human capital management, management operations (including space, facilities, physical and personnel security), and records management/legal proceedings/or agency secretariat functions.
Must demonstrate the ability to perform at an Executive Level - see competencies below.
Mandatory Technical Qualifications
- Extensive management experience in planning, leading, and directing a broad range of operational programs and functions. Expert level experience in overseeing complex operational budgets and financial management functions including management controls related to financial stewardship responsibilities. Demonstrated ability to lead a broad program of management support functions at a major organizational level, including strategic and operational planning; human capital management; information technology; procurement; space and facilities; physical and personnel security; and records management/legal proceedings.
- Senior level management experience and skill in enabling the effective delivery of an organization's mission while adhering to the laws and regulations governing administrative programs, internal operations, and services. This experience must reflect a record of successful customer communication, outreach and collaboration, accountability, and continuous program improvement of internal business processes and systems.
- Leading the Organization - Develops and implements an organizational vision that integrates program goals, priorities, and values. Assesses and adjusts to changing situations, and implements innovative solutions to make organizational improvements. Strategically formulates objectives and priorities and implements plans consistent with the organization mission.
- Leading Others - Provides clear direction and ensures accountability; inspires others; provides constructive feedback; encourages and fosters an environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities. Demonstrates collaborative and cooperative approach. Develops and manages workforce based on staffing needs and budget.
- Leading Self - Understands personal strengths and weaknesses and objectively views their behavior. Seeks and accepts constructive feedback and adapts personal leadership style/strategies as needed to most effectively build trust and lead their organization.
- Business Results - Ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Makes decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. Forms and communicates a vision and priorities. Develops and executes plans that achieve outcomes for the organization.
Education
Bachelor's or higher degree in a related field is preferred.
Additional information
You must submit all required information by the closing date. If materials are not received, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible.
The materials you send with your application will not be returned. Send only those materials needed to evaluate your application.
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized.
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Please read the "Next steps" section for more information.
Benefits
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.
Required documents include a resume and the supporting documents as described in the "How to Apply Instructions" section of this announcement.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
How to Apply
All applicants MUST submit applications via email: resumes@eac.gov. You do not need to submit your application package through the USAJOBS process.
You MUST include the job title and announcement number in the subject line of the email.
Your application package must be received by the closing date of the announcement and must include the following:
1. A resume.
2. Three professional references.
- Name, Title, Name of Agency/Business, Contact Number, and Email; and
- Include your current (or most recent if not currently employed) direct manager/supervisor as one of the three references.
4. A copy of your most recent performance appraisal. If you do not have a recent performance appraisal, please explain why you do not have one.
Agency contact information
Human Resources
- Resumes@eac.gov
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US Election Assistance Commission
633 3rd Street, NW
Suite 200
Washington, DC 20001
US
Next steps
Your application materials will be reviewed and if an interview is deemed appropriate, you will be contacted with further information.
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The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Required Documents
Required documents include a resume and the supporting documents as described in the "How to Apply Instructions" section of this announcement.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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.
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4. A copy of your most recent performance appraisal. If you do not have a recent performance appraisal, please explain why you do not have one.
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How to Apply
All applicants MUST submit applications via email: resumes@eac.gov. You do not need to submit your application package through the USAJOBS process.
You MUST include the job title and announcement number in the subject line of the email.
Your application package must be received by the closing date of the announcement and must include the following:
1. A resume.
2. Three professional references.
- Name, Title, Name of Agency/Business, Contact Number, and Email; and
- Include your current (or most recent if not currently employed) direct manager/supervisor as one of the three references.
4. A copy of your most recent performance appraisal. If you do not have a recent performance appraisal, please explain why you do not have one.
Agency contact information
Human Resources
- Resumes@eac.gov
- Address
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US Election Assistance Commission
633 3rd Street, NW
Suite 200
Washington, DC 20001
US
Next steps
Your application materials will be reviewed and if an interview is deemed appropriate, you will be contacted with further information.
Fair & Transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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Election Assistance Commission
The United States Election Assistance Commission (EAC) was established by the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA). The agency is charged with developing guidance to meet HAVA requirements, adopting voluntary voting system guidelines, accrediting testing laboratories, certifying voting systems, maintaining the national mail voter registration form, auditing the use of HAVA funds, and serving as a national clearinghouse of information about election administration. Four commissioners, appointed by the president and confirmed by the U.S. Senate, are responsible for setting policy and assuring the mission of the EAC is carried out. The Commissioners appoint an Executive Director to oversee the Commission's programmatic, financial management and administrative functions.
The incumbent serves as the Executive Director of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC). As such, the position serves as a senior official in a line capacity that is responsible for overseeing the direction and operation of the agency, including the services of supporting Federal agencies (i.e., GSA, NARA, SAC, etc.). Exercises wide latitude with directing agency goals and resources to achieve desired results. Reporting to this position are senior EAC managers with expertise in their areas of responsibility.
Agency contact information
Human Resources
- Resumes@eac.gov
- Address
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US Election Assistance Commission
633 3rd Street, NW
Suite 200
Washington, DC 20001
US