Summary The incumbent will serve as the Deputy Regional Administrator for the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Regional Office. This position is outside the bargaining unit. Responsibilities For: GS-0301-14 Provides support for Regional Administrator in his/her participation as member of ASVET senior management staff in developing overall strategic vision of VETS employment and training goals and objectives. Assists Regional Administrator in providing leadership for the planning, development, implementation and modification of VETS regional programs and activities to meet the requirements and objectives of the VETS Strategic Plan, Performance Budget and national office requirements. Joins Regional Administrator in working closely with national program officials in the formulation of field policies, programs, goals, objectives, operating plans and procedures that serve to maximize the agency's ability to meet annual and long term performance goals. Participates significantly in the evaluation of regional VETS programs and activities for their compliance with Federal laws, regulations, policies and program procedures, and for their ability to meet performance goals and target indicators. Carries out such typical duties and responsibilities of a first level supervisor in DOL as establishing goals, objectives and plans for staff; determining priorities and planning the work to be performed; ascertaining the resources needed for the accomplishment of the work; evaluating work performance of subordinates; giving advice, counsel and instruction to employees, and hearing and resolving complaints from employees; coordinating work activities with other organizations in the region. Works with Regional Administrator to develop resource implementation plans, including regional budget plans, to accomplish regional goals in support of the VETS performance budget. Participates in the establishment of systems and methods to ensure proper resource management for assigned regional activities. Participates with Regional Administrator in establishing regional policies and procedures for veterans' employment, reemployment and training programs in DOL based on National Office policies and priorities. Participates in monitoring effectiveness of all VETS program activities in the region and acts to correct deficiencies, modify activities and implement new programs and initiatives in conformance with VETS performance management system. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications For GS-14: Applicants must have 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level GS-13 in the Federal Service. Specialized Experience is the experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform the duties of the position successfully, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next lower grade level. To qualify for this position, specialized experience includes demonstrating knowledge or experience in labor management and equal employment opportunity (EEO) principles, along with at least four of the following: Providing strategic leadership that supports and advances an EEO/labor law compliance or grant program. Leading an EEO/labor law compliance program(s), including optimizing the efficiency and effectiveness of the program(s). Planning, assigning, and evaluating the work of others. Planning, directing, executing, and making final decisions related to the day-to-day operations of a large program. Reporting and driving results for program performance. Education This position does not have educational requirements. Education cannot be substitued for experience. Additional Information The mission of the Department of Labor (DOL) is to protect the welfare of workers and job seekers, improve working conditions, expand high-quality employment opportunities, and assure work-related benefits and rights for all workers. As such, the Department is committed to fostering a workplace and workforce that promote equal employment opportunity, reflects the diversity of the people we seek to serve, and models a culture of respect, equity, inclusion, and accessibility where every employee feels heard, supported, and empowered. Refer to these links for more information: GENERAL INFORMATION, REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION, ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION, FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES As a condition of employment, all personnel must undergo a background investigation for access to DOL facilities, systems, information and/or classified materials before they can enter on duty: BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION You may not be aware, but in the regulations for agency ethics programs, there are requirements for supervisors. Section 2638.103 of Title 5 of the CFR states: Every supervisor in the executive branch has a heightened personal responsibility for advancing government ethics. It is imperative that supervisors serve as models of ethical behavior for subordinates. Supervisors have a responsibility to help ensure that subordinates are aware of their ethical obligations under the Standards of Conduct and that subordinates know how to contact agency ethics officials. Supervisors are also responsible for working with agency ethics officials to help resolve conflicts of interests and enforce government ethics laws and regulations, including those requiring certain employees to file financial disclosure reports. In addition, supervisors are responsible, when requested, for assisting agency ethics officials in evaluating potential conflicts of interest and identifying positions subject to financial disclosure requirements. Supervisory Financial Disclosure: This position is subject to the confidential financial disclosure requirements of the Ethics in Government Act of 1978 (P.L. 95-521). Therefore, if selected, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE Form 450) to determine if a conflict or an appearance of a conflict exists between your financial interest(s) and your prospective position with DOL. This information will be required annually. Click here for Telework Position Information. This is not a remote work position. The selectee will report to an assigned DOL office location on a regular basis and is eligible for participation in telework as determined by management in accordance with DOL policy. Based on agency needs, additional positions may be filled using this vacancy. The Department of Labor may use certain incentives and hiring flexibilities, currently offered by the Federal government to attract highly qualified candidates. Click here for Additional Information. The Fair Chance Act (FCA) prohibits Federal agencies from requesting an applicant's criminal history information before the agency makes a conditional offer of employment. If you believe a DOL employee has violated your rights under the FCA, you may file a complaint of the alleged violation following our agency's complaint process Guidelines for Reporting Violations of the Fair Chance Act. SEE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS SECTION FOR MORE INFORMATION