Deputy Chief Administrative Officer

Full Job Description

The United States Patent and Trademark Office's (USPTO) mission is to promote innovation and competition by providing quality examination and issuance of patent and trademark applications, guiding domestic and international intellectual property policy, and delivering intellectual property information and education worldwide.

The USPTO encourages technological advancement by providing incentives to invent, invest in, and disclose new technology worldwide.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Professional Technical Qualifications (PTQs) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES.

Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified.

Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s).

If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position.

There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Professional Technical Qualifications (PTQs).

PROFESSIONAL TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications.

PTQ 1: Substantial knowledge of and executive-level experience in the human capital field by managing and coordinating multiple resources to include human resources, budget resources and information technology resources.

PTQ 2: Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a complex and time-sensitive environment that requires the direction and coordination of multiple projects simultaneously, such as a range of administrative services to include real property, mail services, vehicle management, asset, space and facilities management, and security and emergency management.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Professional Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs.

If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and PTQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position.

There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.

ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.

ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.

ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture.

This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.

ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.

Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs.

Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. Major Duties:

The physical worksite for this position is located in Alexandria, Virginia.

Presence at the Alexandria, VA campus is required for this role, as it includes on site functions that must be performed in person.

Position may be eligible for situational telework in accordance with agency policy/business unit discretion. The agency currently allows for 52 hours of telework per calendar year.

All applicants will be assessed for executive competency against the five mandatory Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).

If your two-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and PTQs, you will not receive further consideration for the position.

For more information regarding the SES and ECQs, please visit the Executive Core Qualifications page.

In conjunction with the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Deputy Chief Administrative Officer (DCAO) serves as the focal point through which all programs and projects/actions of the office receive effective central coordination and review.

The DCAO determines decisions that need to be made including resources to be expended, the timing of major events, priority of projects and plans, and projects that should be initiated, dropped, or postponed.

The DCAO shares responsibilities for carrying out the full range of management responsibilities and acts with full authority over the office functions/activities.

As the DCAO, you will: Ensure that appropriate long-range planning is coordinated and accomplished, and that there is maximum and efficient utilization of available resources.

Recommend courses of action to the CAO and has full responsibility and authority to determine policies, plans, goals, organization, and courses of action.

You will manage and direct major program functions/activities so there is consistency of operations.

Work closely with senior managers within the office, providing advice and guidance regarding their responsibilities for programs and assigned activities.

Assist the CAO in assessing the impact of Presidential guidance, legislative requirements, and similar external factors, and in taking action to satisfy requirements and improve systems and operations to meet goals and objectives.

Ensure motivation for subordinate managers to incorporate vision, strategic planning, and elements of quality management into the full range of their activities.

Assure full consideration of significant matters requiring attention and presents unresolved problems or conflicting interests to the CAO for final determination, with a recommended course of action.