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Summary Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration, we serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life. In cities across the country, we secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and public transit systems, thus protecting our transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce. Responsibilities The Chief Culture Officer shall be responsible for all matters relating to diversity and inclusion in management, employment, and business activities within TSA. You will be appointed by, and report to, the Deputy Administrator and Administrator and serve as the principal diversity and inclusion strategist to Senior Leadership. As the Chief Culture Officer, you will serve as the principal advisor to the Administrator on agency diversity and inclusion matters and shall advance diversity and inclusion as core values and objectives. The primary functions of this position necessitate close coordination, consultation, and program collaboration with the Chief of Staff, Executive Assistant Administrators for Enterprise Support, Security Operations, Operations Support, Law Enforcement /Federal Air Marshal Service, the Assistant Administrator for Civil Rights & Liberties, Ombudsman and Traveler Engagement, the Chief Counsel and external political appointees and executive leaders. As directed, the Chief Culture Officer may lead discrete diversity and inclusion initiatives TSA wide in coordination with Human Capital and/or Civil Rights & Liberties, Ombudsman and Traveler Engagement. You will maintain liaison with other components of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), other Federal agencies, state and local governments, and Congressional committee staffs. The responsibilities of the position have an agency-wide impact and influence, which includes providing innovative and expert leadership in the establishment and implementation of comprehensive Diversity & Inclusion related policies and programs. High-level duties include: Designing, developing and recommending a diversity management strategy for the agency that aligns with and contributes directly to TSA's mission and strategic goals. As directed, implementing designated TSA-wide special initiatives pertaining to diversity and inclusion. Developing standards for equal employment opportunity and the racial, ethnic, and gender diversity of the workforce and senior management of TSA; increasing participation of businesses owned by women and traditionally under-represented groups in the programs and contracts of TSA, including standards for coordinating technical assistance to such businesses; and coordinating with appropriate officials on the design and implementation of any remedies resulting from violations of any civil rights statutes or regulations (but responsibilities do not include enforcement of such statutes, regulations or executive orders). Providing advice and guidance to the TSA Administrator on the impact that the policies and regulations of the agency have on businesses owned by women and traditionally under-represented groups. Developing and implementing standards and procedures to ensure, to the maximum extent possible, the fair inclusion and utilization of women and traditionally under-represented people in all business and activities of the agency at all levels, including in procurement, insurance, and all types of contracts. Proactively engages all offices and takes affirmative steps to seek diversity in the workforce at all levels in a manner consistent with applicable law. Such steps shall include: Recruiting at historically black colleges and universities, Hispanic-serving institutions, women's colleges, and colleges that typically serve majority minority populations. Sponsoring and recruiting at job fairs in urban communities. Placing employment advertisements in newspapers and magazines oriented toward traditionally underrepresented groups and women. Partnering with organizations that are focused on developing opportunities to place talented women and members of traditionally under-represented groups in industry internships, summer employment, and full-time positions. Identifying succession planning and leadership pipeline strategies to diversify TSA's executive and senior leadership cadres to place qualified women and members of traditionally under-represented groups. Following legislative matters of interest to apprise the Administrator of their status and progress and responding to questions posed by House and Senate committee members and their staffs regarding TSA policies and programs. Performing in an advisory role on legislative and inter-governmental matters of importance to the Administrator often within a very short time frame, which includes options available and recommended courses of action. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must possess U.S. Citizenship. You must complete a favorable Tier 5 Background Investigation (T5). You must pass Drug Screening, subject to random drug tests. This position requires a TS/SCI (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information) clearance that must be completed prior to appointment. You will be subject to a 5-year periodic investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance. Disclosure of your financial information is required. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) was created in the wake of 9/11 to strengthen the security of the nation's transportation systems while ensuring the freedom of movement for people and commerce. TSA employs a risk-based strategy to secure U.S. transportation systems, with nearly 50,000 Transportation Security Officers, each day at more than 450 airports nationwide. The agency continuously sets the standard for excellence in transportation security through its people, processes, technologies and use of intelligence to drive operations. As a member of the TSES, you may be subject to frequent changes in posts of duty and positions. Mobility is a condition of employment. Applicants and current TSA employees who are selected for a Senior Leadership position must sign and submit a mobility agreement upon acceptance of a job offer. Executing this agreement is required as a condition of employment for an individual selected for a vacant mobility position. Must sign mobility agreement upon selection. Please see the Qualifications section for additional conditions of employment If you fail to meet the conditions of employment or any other pre-employment requirements, such as missing any of the scheduled appointments, the hiring agency may rescind their tentative offer of employment. You must meet the qualification requirements of this position no later than the closing date of the job opportunity announcement. Qualifications As a basic requirement, applicants must demonstrate progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level managerial capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Professional/Technical Qualifications (PTQs) and Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) listed below. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the equivalent of the GS-15 grade level in the Federal service or its equivalent with state and local government, the private sector, or non-governmental organizations. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show in your resume that you possess the five ECQs and the PTQs listed below. We recommend that your resume emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of programs managed, and your program accomplishments, including results of your actions. Please refer to the Office of Personnel Management's website, https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/senior-executive-service/reference-materials/guidetosesquals_2012.pdf for additional information about ECQs. The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-ONLY. Therefore, evidence of each ECQ and PTQ must be CLEARLY REFLECTED in your resume. If you are a current or reinstatement eligible Career SES/TSES member or a graduate of an Office of Personnel Management (OPM) approved SES Candidate Development Program (CDP) and your ECQs have been previously certified by OPM's Qualifications Review Board, you are not required to address the ECQs. However, you MUST address all PTQs in your resume. Professional/Technical Qualifications (PTQs): 1. Ability to develop and manage complex diversity and inclusion strategic programs, including the ability to define program objectives, develop innovative approaches, provide oversight, communication of roles and responsibilities, and establish and coordinate teamwork. 2. Demonstrated experience in the development and implementation of key diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and operational activities, taking into consideration complex policy development and a multi-layered and diverse organization. 3. Knowledge of Civil Rights laws, regulations and policies that govern Federal, State and local transportation security programs and operations, and the specific roles and responsibilities of Federal, State and local agencies and other Federal stakeholders. Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs): ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE. This core qualification 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. ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE. This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. 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 conflicts. ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN. This core qualification 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. ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN. This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS. This core qualification 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. FAILURE TO MEET OR FULLY ADDRESS EACH EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATION AND PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION IN THE RESUME WILL ELIMINATE A CANDIDATE FROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION. CURRENT OR FORMER POLITICAL APPOINTEES: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office. Note: Credit for experience is given based on a 40-hour workweek. Part-time experience is credited on a part-time ratio, i.e., working 20 hours per week for two-months equals one month of experience. No additional credit is given for overtime. 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 critical 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. This position is part of TSA's Leadership Succession Planning and Development Program. Conditions of employment: MOBILITY: The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) was created in the wake of 9/11 to strengthen the security of the nation's transportation systems while ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce. TSA employs a risk-based strategy to secure U.S. transportation systems, with nearly 50,000 Transportation Security Officers, each day at approximately 450 airports nationwide. The agency continuously sets the standard for excellence in transportation security through its people, processes, technologies and use of intelligence to drive operations. As a member of the TSES, you may be subject to frequent changes in posts of duty and positions. Mobility is a condition of employment. Applicants and current TSA employees who are selected for a Senior Leadership position must sign and submit a mobility agreement upon acceptance of a job offer. Executing this agreement is required as a condition of employment for an individual selected for a vacant mobility position. You will be required to serve a probationary period of one year unless you previously completed the probationary period in a SES/TSES position. DRUG TESTING: You must pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, you may be subject to random drug testing during employment. SECURITY CLEARANCE: This position requires a TS/SCI (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information) clearance that must be completed prior to appointment. You will be subject to a 5- year periodic investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance. Education Additional Information The Chief Culture Officer position has a Tour of Duty. The length of a tour of duty assignment is generally up to 5 years. The initial tour is normally 36 months, and with agency approval a second tour of duty up to 24 months. Any subsequent tour of duty extension beyond the second tour will be based on the Agency's needs. During your assignment, an employee from Human Capital will work with you to complete a career assessment and to identify future position interests. It is TSA's policy to provide a consistent and timely way of placing employees upon expiration of their tour of duty. Placement is based on the employee meeting the priority placement eligibility requirements and qualification requirements for an appropriate vacant position, as well as any applicable career development assessment and agency needs. The TSA, an excepted service agency, was established by Public Law 107-71, ATSA, on November 19, 2001. ATSA provides TSA with the authority to modify and develop its own human capital program, provided such modifications are consistent with 49 USC 40122. This is an excepted service position. However, there is an interchange agreement with the OPM and TSA that enables Career TSES members who have been approved by the Qualifications Review Board at OPM to qualify for Senior Executive Service (SES) positions without additional competition. You will be required to serve a probationary period of one year unless you previously completed the probationary period in a SES/TSES position. Certificates will be issued on an as needed basis, as vacancies occur. The applicant pool will be honored for a period of 4 months. If you applied to previous Chief Culture Officer vacancies, you must reapply. When you enter on duty, you will be required to complete a Public Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 278. You will need to provide this information annually. Veteran's Preference does NOT apply to SES/TSES positions.