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DHS Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program
Posted: 11 days ago by chovy
DHS invites qualified individuals to apply to the prestigious Senior Executive Service (SES) Candidate Development Program (CDP), expected to commencein Fall 2025. The SES CDP is designed to develop individuals with proven leadership potential who wish to serve at the executive levels of government. Qualified individuals are those who have demonstrated through their performance and experience the potential to assume executive-level positions within the Federal Government.
- Accepting applications
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Open & closing dates
11/05/2024 to 11/18/2024
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Salary
$104,604 - $159,950 per year
You will continue to be paid your salary for your current appointment. No additional wages will be earned by participation in the DHS SES CDP.
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Pay scale & grade
GS 1
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Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
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Location Negotiable After Selection
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Remote job
No
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Telework eligible
No
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Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
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Appointment type
Multiple Appointment Types
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Work schedule
Full-time
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Service
Competitive
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Promotion potential
1
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Job family (Series)
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Supervisory status
No
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Security clearance
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Drug test
No
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Financial disclosure
No
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Bargaining unit status
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Announcement number
ST-12542592-24-JR
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Control number
817412700
The SES CDP provides a series of developmental experiences to prepare high-potential individuals for positions within the SES. The SES CDP is a rigorous program, and the curriculum must be completed while balancing current day-to-day job assignments. The developmental experiences include formal classroom training and seminars, and a 120-day executive level developmental assignment outside of the participant's current Directorate/Office or chain of command, which focuses on the competencies for successful SES-level performance. Working with an Executive Mentor, all program selectees will create an Executive Development Plan that will guide program development experiences.
SES CDPPROGRAM CURRICULUM:
- Program Duration: The program is an intensive leadership development program which lasts at a minimum of 12 months not to exceed 15 months. Applicants selected to the program from within DHS will remain in their full-time position of record while completing program requirements.
- Orientation Session: The SES CDP begins with a mandatory one-day virtual orientation. The required orientation will occur in Fall 2025.
- Executive Mentor: Candidates will be paired with anExecutive mentor who will assist in clarifying their developmental objectives and identifying developmental assignments and activities.
- Executive Development Plan (EDP): The EDP is used to identify, track, and document completion of competency-based needs of the participants.
- Interagency Learning: 80 hours of formal interagency development through the Partnership for Public Service's Executive Master Class. All classes will be held in-person in Washington, DC.
- Developmental Assignments (DA): Candidates will complete a minimum 120-day executive-level DA outside the candidate's current Directorate and or chain of command.
- Supplemental Activity: Candidates will be required to complete a minimum of two supplemental activities.
- 360 Assessment and Coaching: Each candidate will be required to complete a 360-degree assessment, which is designed to determine the competencies which will be developed during the program and also required to complete all coaching hours.
- Qualifications Review Board (QRB) Certification: Candidates who successfully complete the program and receive certification of their executive core qualifications by an Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Review Board (QRB) under the criterion of 5 U.S.C. 3393(c)(2)(B), will be eligible for initial noncompetitive appointment to the SES.
Participation in the program does not guarantee placement in an SES position.
CANDIDATE STATUS WHILE IN THE PROGRAM: Candidates selected from outside DHS will also remain in their full-time position of record while completing program requirements, upon negotiation of a Memorandum of Agreement with the candidate's home agency and DHS.
All candidates selected for the DHS SES CDP are required to be in a paid duty status at the time of selection and remain in a paid duty status for the duration of their time in the program. If a finalist enters an unpaid status (LWOP) for any duration during any portion of the program, the pause or removal procedures may apply.
Conditions of Employment
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Current Federal Employees.
- One year supervisory experience at the GS-14 level (or equivalent) or above.
- Must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
CONTINUED SERVICE AGREEMENT (CSA): Selectees for the program who are DHS employees will be required to sign a Continued Service Agreement (CSA) to safeguard the Government's training investment. The DHS agreement states the employee will stay with DHS or other Agency of the Federal Government for three years after completion of the DHS SES CDP academic/formal interagency training element of the program.
Employees who voluntarily leave Federal civil service before completing the terms of the agreement may be required to repay the cost of training and related travel expenses, excluding salary or other compensation. This does not preclude an employee from pursuing promotion or reassignment opportunities within the Federal government during the program. Non-DHS Federal employees will also be required to sign a CSA through a Memorandum of Agreement between DHS and their home agency.
Memorandum of Agreement (MOA): Non-DHS Federal employees will be required to sign a Memorandum of Agreement between DHS and their home agency.
LAW ENFORCEMENT APPLICANTS: Applicants for target law enforcement positions must meet the requirements of the Lautenberg Amendment [Title 18, U.S.C., Section 922(G)(9)]. Applicants for target SES law enforcement positions must also meet the requirements for placement in a position with secondary law enforcement coverage, as provided in 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) and 5 U.S.C. 8412(d) or in a Customs and Border Protection Officer position with enhanced retirement benefits.
MOBILITY REQUIREMENT: Willingness to move is a factor that DHS Components seek in their senior leaders due to the geographic dispersion of the DHS workforce. Therefore, applicants should anticipate Developmental Assignments (DA) and/or formal training programs that may require extended travel. Program selectees must uphold a commitment to availability for DAs outside of their home duty location. Some DAs will require a Secret or higher security clearance. If candidates do not have the required level of clearance, he or she will not be eligible for that specific DA.
PROGRAM FUNDING: The cost of travel and additional expenses for training, developmental assignments, and other program requirements, will be funded by the participant's sponsoring DHS Component.
Qualifications
Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement 11:59pm EST.
- Applicants do not have to be a current supervisor.
- All qualified individuals within the civil service who have at least 12 months of supervisory experience at the GS-14 level (or equivalent) or above. Supervisory experience includes planning, assigning, and evaluating the work of subordinate employees.
- The supervisory experience does not have to be consecutive; however, you must account for all 12 months in the resume and or SF50.
- Federal employees currently serving in Scientific and professional (ST) or Senior level (SL) positions are eligible to apply to the DHS SES CDP.
Applicants will be asked to indicate their civil service appointment type when completing the Assessment Questionnaire. Civil service appointment type verification is indicated on the SF-50 in block 24.
PLEASE NOTE: To be considered minimally eligible for this program, applicants must meet the supervisory experience requirement above. Additionally, eligible applicants will be assessed through the following assessment phases:
- Situational Judgment Test
- Accomplishment Record
- Structured Telephone Interview
Upon conclusion of each phase, applicants who meet the criteria will advance to the next phase, and those who do not will be notified by OPM that they will not be moving on to the next selection phase. See the How You Will be Evaluated and Additional Information sections for more details on each phase.
Definitions:
Civil Service Appointment Type (Status):
- Status Applicants are applicants serving under career or career-type appointments in the civil service. Status candidates are not entitled to veterans' preference.
- Permanent - Career-Conditional Appointment, or Career Appointments
- Block 24 on SF-50 lists tenure as "1" or "2"
- Non-Status Applicants are applicants who occupy other than career or career-type appointments within the civil service
- Temporary appointments, seasonal, term appointments, etc.
- Block 24 on SF-50 lists tenure as "3" or "0"
The Following Applicants will NOT be considered for the program:
- Current or former Career SES members or equivalents including members of the Transportation Security Executive Service (TSES)
- Former SES CDP graduates from any agency.
- Current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employees in the Executive Branch
- Employees who have had their Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) certified by OPM's Qualification Review Board (QRB)
Non-Status Applicants:
Applicants selected for the program that do not hold federal status must accept a full-time Schedule B appointment in order to participate in the SES CDP. The Schedule B appointment does not confer civil service status. These appointments may be located around the country. If an SES CDP participant serving on a Schedule B appointment discontinues participation in the program for any reason, his/her employment with the federal government will terminate because the employment is authorized only for an executive development position established in connection with the SES CDP. Similarly, if a Schedule B participant graduates from the SES CDP, but does not obtain an SES position before the Schedule B appointment expires, his/her employment with the federal government will terminate because a Schedule B appointment cannot exceed or be extended beyond three years.
Occupational Categories
Applicants must select only one of the four occupational categories for which they wish to be considered in this program through the Assessment Questionnaire. They must also certify that their answers are truthful and correct, and ensure they meet the technical qualifications for the specific track they are seeking consideration.
- Core Occupations (CO)- Non-law enforcement positions which require skill in managing complex mission critical programs related to the core mission of the Department.
- Support Occupations (SO)- Skill in managing complex administrative programs. Provides support to the core mission of the Department.
- Law Enforcement (LE) - Core mission positions covered for Law Enforcement or Customs and Border Protection. Skill in managing complex criminal investigation or law enforcement programs related to the core mission of the Department.
- Attorney/Legal (AL)*- Legal positions requiring skill in preparing cases for trial and/or the trial of cases before a court or an administrative body or persons having quasi-judicial power; rendering legal advice and services with respect to questions, regulations, practices, or other matters falling within the purview of the Federal Government.
*To be considered for the Attorney/Legal track a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) is required, and applicant must be an active member in good standing of a State bar. Transcripts must be provided with your application.
Education
Only applicants who select the Attorney-Legal track must provide transcripts. In addition to the transcript, educational information should also be included on your resume, including the name, city and state of colleges or universities you attended, as well as the type and year of any degree received. Report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For more information, you may refer to the following U.S. Department of Education website: DAPIP | Homepage
Additional information
DHS may review an applicant's publicly available social media presence during the hiring process.
Recommendation Letter - Recommended but not required:
The SES CDP is intended to identify a high-performing, high-potential talent pipeline for DHS executive succession. While not required, applicants may choose to upload a letter of recommendation from a current senior executive to support their application. This letter may be considered by selecting officials only for those applicants who compete through all application stages and are referred to selecting officials on the final certificate of eligibles.
The letter must be from a current and active member of the federal Senior Executive Service (SES) or General/Flag Officer of the US Armed Forces. Recommendation letters from retired SES or General/Flag Officers will not be accepted. Letters should be addressed to: DHS SES CDP.
Recommendation Letter Language:
- Applicants may submit only one letter. Please advise recommenders that they may be contacted for further information.
- Letters must be on the official letterhead of the federal agency or military service branch, must be dated, and must be no more than 2 paragraphs in length.
- The first paragraph must begin with the following statement: I am writing this letter as an endorsement for NAME's application to the DHS Senior Executive Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), as I have had the opportunity to (select one): supervise their work formally or in a matrix capacity ... for the duration of (xx weeks/months/years). observe them as a customer ... for the duration of (xx weeks/months/years).
- observe them as a colleague ... for the duration of (xx weeks/months/years).
- other (explain) ... for the duration of (xx weeks/months/years).
- The letter must identify at least one of the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) that the recommender determines to be a strength that supports their readiness for development to the executive level, and at least one of the ECQs that the recommender identifies as a gap in which they need greater development or exposure. For each, provide a brief explanation on specific experiences or observations that support both conclusions.
- The final sentence of the second paragraph must conclude with the following statement: I strongly and with no reservation endorse (applicant's full name) selection to the DHS SES Candidate Development Program.
- Letter signature must include full name, title, telephone number and email address.
Note: Recommenders are asked to refrain from comments or information that identifies applicant's race, color, gender, religion, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, medical condition, or political affiliations, beliefs or activities.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Applicants must demonstrate competence and potential for development in the five SES Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs), which are the leadership criteria defined by OPM to certify candidates for SES positions. OPM's guide to the SES Qualifications provides detailed information on the ECQs. For more information about the ECQs visitOPM ECQs.
The applicant selection process involves several review phases:
Phase 1: Initial Review
Applicants who submit a complete application and questionnaire, including Accomplishment Records, will receive an email invitation with a link to complete the Situational Judgment Test (SJT). This invitation will come from the email address usastaffingoffice@opm.gov.
Applicants who submit an incomplete application or assessment questionnaire will NOT receive a link to the SJT and will not be considered further.
Phase 2: Minimum Qualifications Review and SJT
The ECQs assessed in the SJT are Entrepreneurship, Vision, and Problem Solving.All applicants who receive the link must complete the assessment within 48 hours after the announcement closes.
Once you begin the SJT, applicants will have 2 hours to complete the SJT. It's recommended you finish the SJT in one sitting to ensure timely submission. The SJT MUST be completed by 11:59 p.m. EST on 11/20/2024.
If you accidentally delete the SJT invitation or need it re-sent, please contact helpdesk@usahire.opm.gov within 48 hours after the announcement closes or by 11/20/2024.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and are considered best qualified through the Situational Judgment Test (SJT) will advance to the Accomplishment Record (AR) review phase. Those who do not meet the minimum qualifications or fail to complete the SJT, will not receive further consideration.
Reasonable Accommodations (RA) Request for the SJT: Requests for RA must be received before the Announcement closes on 11/18/2024to be considered for this job opening. Decisions on requests are made on a case-by-case basis. After notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation and have 48 hours from the time the invitation is sent to complete the SJT.
Phase 3: AR Phase
The ECQs addressed in the AR phase are: Financial Management, Developing Others, and Partnering.ARs are submitted via the Assessment Questionnaire at the time of application.
ARs will be evaluated and ranked by a review panel. Best Qualified applicants from the AR review phase will advance to the Structured Telephone Interview (STI) phase. Applicants who do not submit their ARs through the assessment questionnaire and or fail to provide the required verification information will not move forward to the AR phase or receive further consideration.
Phase 4: Structured Telephone Interview (STI) Phase
Applicants at this phase will undergo an STI by a panel of DHS executives. You will be rated and assessed using targeted questions for the following competencies: Flexibility, Leveraging Diversity, Human Capital Management, Accountability, and Political Savvy.
Best qualified applicants after the STI phase will be placed on a final certificate of eligibles for consideration by DHS Component hiring officials.
Phase 5: Final Selections
DHS Components will receive the certificate of eligibles and conduct a reference check with the immediate supervisor of individuals they are considering as a finalist into the program. Components may request a second interview with the applicant.
1. Resume (Only first 5 pages will be reviewed): In your resume, you must show evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability. Your resume should emphasize your level of responsibilities (including supervisory status, as applicable), the scope and complexity of programs managed, and your program accomplishments with the following information:
- Full name
- Email address, and day and evening telephone numbers
- Job title (include series and grade if Federal job); Duties and accomplishments; Employer's name and address; Supervisor's name and phone number; Starting and ending dates of employment (month and year); Salary; Information about honors, awards, and special accomplishments
- Information about paid and non-paid work experience related to supervisory experience
- Do NOT include date of birth, social security number, or last four of your social security number.
- Do NOT upload documents with Personal Identifiable Information (PII) or pictures. Applicants who submit password protected or encrypted documents will be considered ineligible.
IMPORTANT NOTE: ONLY five (5) pages of your resume, starting at your work experience will be reviewed to determine your technical qualifications for this position based on the specialized experience. Additional information beyond your resume (e.g., links to additional information) will not be reviewed.
2. Accomplishment Record: A required assessment. See sections "How You Will be Evaluated" above for description. Note: The accomplishment records must be received by 11:59 p.m. EST on the closing date of this announcement: 11/18/2024.
3. SF-50: Both Status and Non-Status applicants are required to submit a copy of their most current Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50), which shows their current series, grade, tenure (Box 24), and position occupied (Box 34). Failure to provide an SF-50 with boxes 24 and 34 complete will result in elimination from consideration.
4. Veterans' Preference Documents: Non-Status applicants who are applying for Veterans' Preference should claim preference on their application and also submit the appropriate Veterans' Preference Documentation to include a DD-214 (Member 4 Copy) and/or VA Letter indicating a service-connected disability rating. Applicants claiming 10-point preference must complete form SF-15 for 10-point Veteran Preference, plus provide supporting documentation as indicated by the
SF-15 form. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit http://www.opm.gov/staffingPortal/Vetguide.asp.
- Application of Veterans' Preference: For applicants applying as non-status applicants, category rating and selection procedures place those with veterans' preference above non-preference eligibles within each category. Veterans who meet the eligibility and qualification requirements and who have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent are listed in the best qualified category.
5. Transcripts: Applicants applying to the Attorney/Legal category must submit copies of their Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or equivalent transcripts, and must provide proof of active membership in good standing of a State bar.
Application materials received after the closing date will not be considered for the program. Failure to provide all required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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.
To begin, click the Apply button to create a USAJOBS account or log in to an existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire (NOTE: Applicants can make updates to their assessment questionnaire responses until the announcement closes. All updated responses will need to be re-submitted by 11:59 p.m. EST, 11/18/2024). https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12542592
- Click Submit Application to submit your application package. It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.
- To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, select the Application Status link and select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, documentation received and processed, and any notifications the agency sent related to this application. (Note: Uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process).
- Return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
Note: ONLY ONE APPLICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED PER INDIVIDUAL; MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS WILL DISQUALIFY THE APPLICANT.
Next steps
Upon successful submission, applicants will receive an acknowledgement email from USAJOBS which will include instructions for completing the required Situational Judgment Test.
Upon conclusion of each selection phase, applicants will receive an electronic notification of their status.
Additional Information on Final Selections:
DHS Component hiring managers will review the certificate of eligibles and will determine their final selections based on the applicant's qualifications, experience, and potential to master the five Executive Core Qualifications.
Please Note:
Final selectees will be notified by DHS and offered acceptance into the program. Along with the acceptance, finalist will submit a signed Supervisory Acknowledgement form for participation, along with a Continued Service Agreement.
5 CFR 412 requires all SES CDP candidates to pair with an executive mentor. Candidates selected for the program will be required to secure an executive mentor within 90 days of the orientation. Executive mentors assist candidates with maximizing their potential through offering career advice, help work through challenges, share insights into the work environment of a DHS executive, provide feedback, and introduce candidates to executive networking opportunities. The mentor selected by the candidate must be a member of the DHS Senior Executive Service or equivalent for a minimum of 12 months and be outside of the candidate's direct chain of command. Mentors must be approved by the candidate's sponsoring DHS Component Executive Review Board (ERB) and submitted to the SES CDP program management team. Candidates will receive further detailed instructions and information on this important element, upon selection into the program.
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