Summary If selected as Deputy Chief of Staff in the Office of the Deputy Administrator (ODA) of Veterinary Services (VS), you will play a critical role in assisting the VS Chief of Staff in reviewing and creating written communication and information-sharing materials and providing input to the Deputy Administrator (DA) and VS Executive Team (VSET) on key management issues and decision-making processes based on knowledge of the substantive program and administrative activities. Responsibilities The duties may include, but are not limited to: Supervising subordinates more than 25% of the time including, but not limited to, recruitment, selecting, appraising, rewarding, addressing performance problems, and fostering an inclusive workplace. Ensure that proper and timely attention is devoted to high level, high priority, urgent and/or controversial issues, problems, situations, or information requests. Researches, analyzes and writes materials relating to program issues, or those for which there is no clear program definition. Prepares speeches and talking points for the Deputy Administrator and Associate Deputy Administrator as needed. Monitors status of actions of interest to the Chief of Staff and provides status reports in various forms. Elicits cooperation and participation from staff and other resources contributing to action tasks, written products, and reports developed on behalf of the Chief of Staff. Develops agenda, coordinates input and preparation of necessary background materials, and monitors status of action in response to decisions made. Advises officials in the Office of the Deputy Administrator as well as staff across all program lines on policy development, operational planning, and day-to-day management of headquarters operations. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement including time-in-grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. TIME-IN-GRADE: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet time-in-grade (TIG) requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled. FOR THE GS-13 LEVEL: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-12 level) that may have been obtained in the private or public (local, county, state, Federal) sectors which demonstrates: Identify and propose solutions to management problems which are characterized by their breadth, importance, and severity, and for which previous studies and established management techniques are frequently inadequate. Researching, analyzing and preparing a broad range of information resource documents pertaining to policy and decision-making processes. Possesses communication skills that ensure timely action, and aptitudes for research and analysis that ensure appropriate action. Monitoring employee progress of work, adherence to methods and procedures, and prioritization of work through the development of assignments and schedules. Note: There is no education substitution for this grade level. TRANSCRIPTS are required if: You are qualifying for the position based on education. You are qualifying for this position based on a combination of experience and education. This education must have been successfully completed and obtained from an accredited school, college, or university. 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 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 This position does not have an education qualification requirement Additional Information Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) or Reemployment Priority List (RPL): Visit the OPM website for information on how to apply as a CTAP/RPL eligible. To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100. Farm Service Agency (FSA) County Employees: Permanent County employees without prior Federal tenure who are selected for a Civil Service position under Public Law 105-277 will be given a career-conditional appointment and must serve a 1-year probationary period. For more information on applying under special hiring authorities such as the Veteran's Recruitment Act (VRA), 30 percent disabled veterans, certain military spouses, Schedule A Disabled, etc., explore the different Hiring Paths on the USAJOBS website. Travel, transportation, and relocation expenses will not be paid. Any travel, transportation, and relocation expense associated with reporting for duty will be the responsibility of the selected employee. Locality pay will vary based upon the selectee's duty location. A final salary determination will be made upon selection. Worksite Information: This is a 100% remote position that must be located within the 50 United States, its territories, or possessions. The duty station for a remote designation is the selectee's home and must be established within the defined geographic options prior to start date. The selectee is not required to regularly work from a government facility however, the option may be available.