U.S. Census Bureau Hiring for Chief, Economic Statistical Methods and Research Division at Suitland, Maryland Full Time

Summary The U.S. Census Bureau is seeking a highly-motivated and capable executive to serve as the Chief, Economic Statistical Methods and Research Division (ESMD). This position is a Senior Executive Service (SES) career-reserved position. Positions in the SES are not graded. SES pay is commensurate with qualifications. SES employees are eligible for bonuses and awards based on performance. Veteran’s preference is not applicable to SES. Responsibilities As the Chief, Economic Statistical Methods and Research Division (ESMD), you will: Develop and conduct programs of applied statistical methods and techniques for improving the Economic Census and related programs, the Census of Governments, the economic indicators, and more than 50 ongoing business and government unit surveys. Participate in the planning and formulation of Census Bureau applied statistical methods and techniques, quality standards, policy, and programs, with specific responsibility for the mathematical statistical techniques and statistical standards for producing official economic statistics primarily from businesses and public sector entities. Plan, initiate, and direct applied statistical methods and techniques covering the total field of mathematical statistical theory as it applies to the censuses, surveys and special data products conducted in the Economic Programs Directorate. Direct the conduct of improving methods associated with sampling, data collection, editing, imputation, tabulation and estimation, small area estimation, cell suppression, time series and analysis methods. Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship. Background investigation and/or security clearance is required. One-year probationary period may be required. Public Financial Disclosure (SF-278 filing within 30 days is required). To meet the minimum qualifications, you must show that you possess all of the Executive Core Qualifications and Professional/Technical Qualifications listed. These qualifications would typically be acquired through education, senior level experience, and training which reflect progressive development and achievement in leading and managing a comprehensive program in a complex organization. An individual’s total experience must demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position. Applicants must meet all of the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Qualifications Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs):ECQ #1 – Leading Change: involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.Leadership Competencies: Creativity and Innovation,External Awareness, Flexibility, Resilience, Strategic Thinking, and Vision.ECQ #2 – Leading People: involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization’s vision, mission, andgoals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflict.Leadership Competencies:Conflict Management, Leveraging Diversity, Developing Others,and Team Building.ECQ #3 – Results Driven: involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.Leadership Competencies: Accountability, Customer Service, Decisiveness, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, andTechnical Credibility.ECQ #4 – Business Acumen: involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.Leadership Competencies: Financial Management, Human Capital Management, and Technology Management.ECQ #5 – Building Coalitions: involves the 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.Leadership Competencies: Partnering, Political Savvyand Influencing/Negotiating.Fundamental Competencies: These competencies are the foundation for success in each of the Executive Core Qualifications: Interpersonal Skills, Communication, Integrity/Honesty, Written Communication, Continual Learningand Public Service Motivation.Professional and Technical Qualifications (PTQs): PTQ #1 -Extensive experience and understanding of statistical theory and applications that can be applied to the leadership of a primarily mathematical statistical organization that supports large, complex surveys and/or censuses. PTQ #2 -Demonstrated experience evaluating, comprehending and managing the statistical needs of a broad and complex range of data users including high-level statistical officials in Federal, state, and/or local organizations, professional groups, industry, the general public, and/or international agencies. PTQ #3 -Broad level of experience managing or overseeing multiple, large-scale and complex economic and public sector survey programs, within scope, schedule, and budget. For detailed guidance on ECQs, applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Office of Personnel Management’s Guide to Executive Qualifications at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/executive-core-qualifications/Example ECQ statements are available at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/reference-materials/guidetosesquals_2012.pdf Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education For Mathematical Statistician (ES-1529) series: Degree: that included 24 semester hours of mathematics and statistics, of which at least 12 semester hours were in mathematics and 6 semester hours were in statistics. OR Combination of education and experience — at least 24 semester hours of mathematics and statistics, including at least 12 hours in mathematics and 6 hours in statistics, as shown in A above, plus appropriate experience or additional education Additional Information Financial Disclosure: This position is covered under the Ethics in Government Act, which requires comprehensive financial disclosures from employees. The appointee will be required to file a Public Financial Disclosure Report (SF-278), within 30 days after his/her appointment, and then annually thereafter.Qualifications Approval and Probationary Period: Persons newly selected for career appointment to the Senior Executive Service must have their executive core qualifications approved by an Office of Personnel Management Qualifications Review Board and will be required to serve a one-year probationary period.Mobility: Individuals selected for Senior Executive Service positions may be subject to reassignment across geographical, organizational, and functional lines.The materials you send with your application will not be returned.Veterans’ preference is not applicable to positions in the Senior Executive Service.Please DO NOT put your SSN on pages within your application package.Privacy Act – Privacy Act Notice (PL 93-579): The information requested here is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under Title 5 U.S.C. 3302 and 3361.Signature – Before you are hired, you will be required to sign and certify the accuracy of the information in your application.False Statements – If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired, you may be fired after you begin work, or you may be subject to fine, imprisonment, or other disciplinary action.Selective Service – If you are a male applicant born 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.The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER