Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner, Operations Support

Full Job Description

This position is with the Department of Homeland Security; within U.S. Customs and Border Protection; in Operations Support. For more information about U.S.

Customs and Border Protection, please visit https://www.cbp.gov/about.

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.

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 Technical Qualifications and Executive Core Qualifications 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 that you possess the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and the Technical Qualifications (TQs) 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.

The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-ONLY. YOUR RESUME MUST NOT EXCEED 2 PAGES.

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

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

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

TQ 1: Expert knowledge of Federal laws, rules, and regulations related to and expertise in leading complex law enforcement operations support programs (e.g., intelligence, information and incident coordination, use of force).

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the 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 TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position.

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 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.

FAILURE TO MEET OR FULLY ADDRESS EACH EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATION AND TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION IN THE RESUME WILL ELIMINATE A CANDIDATE FROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION.

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 must 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:

As Deputy Executive Assistant Commissioner, Operations Support, you will assist the Executive Assistant Commissioner, Operations Support (EAC, OS) in overseeing an organization that provides tactical and strategic support to various offices within U.S.

Customs and Border Protection (CBP), including Field Operations, U.S. Border Patrol, Air and Marine Operations, and International Trade.

A critical aspect of the role is securing the nation's borders at and between official CBP Ports of Entry against criminal threats.

Key responsibilities include: Managing complex law enforcement technical and professional services to ensure responsive, consistent, and accountable operational support.

Directing the organization to implement the strategic vision for joint operations, fostering synergy among Border Patrol, Field Operations, and Air and Marine Operations, and leading critical joint law enforcement activities.

Providing executive direction to the CBP Watch, ensuring real-time awareness of law enforcement operations and maintaining communication with front-line personnel.

Assisting in the oversight of International Affairs law enforcement operations, global border security, and anti-terrorism efforts.

Providing direction on the application of the use of force policy for all law enforcement personnel.

Assisting in the oversight of CBP's Laboratories and Scientific Services that support trade enforcement and analysis of illicit and controlled substances.

Directing an organization that strengthens CBP's operational posture and enhances mission execution through integrated and long-term planning.

Serving as a ranking executive member in CBP, participating in boards, committees, and panels, and potentially chairing CBP internal committees and boards in place of the EAC, OS.

Providing leadership and direction for the CBP Operations Support workforce through subordinate Deputy Assistant Commissioners and other senior executives, including exercising authority for personnel actions.

For an overview of the diverse responsibilities CBP carries out within the Government, visit our website at cbp.gov.