Director, Office of the National Training Center

Full Job Description

The Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Management is looking for a seasoned executive to lead the design, development, and delivery of security and safety training programs for DOE personnel.

This involves providing oversight, strategic planning, and ensuring effective management of resources.

Responsibilities include integrating lessons learned into training, collaborating with departments on training initiatives, and adherence to technical standards for national security assets.

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 Technical Qualifications (TQ) 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.

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

TQ1: Demonstrated leadership experience in providing training to government agencies responsible for protecting nuclear, and national security, and critical assets.

TQ2: Demonstrated leadership in formulating strategic plans for long-term departmental objectives.

These include the effective, efficient, and consistent utilization of contracts, resources, and government operated facilities.

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.

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:

As the Director, Office of the National Training Center, you will: Provide comprehensive oversight, advice, and guidance on major policy and program issues within the National Training Center.

Direct activities and formulate strategic plans based on assessments of long-term Departmental objectives.

Oversee the identification, development, delivery, and evaluation of security and safety training courses for Department of Energy and National Nuclear Security Administration personnel.

Chair the Federal Technical Qualification Panel to implement the Technical Qualification Program and ensure a skilled workforce.

Analyze and develop strategies for recruitment, retention, and career development of security and safety human capital across the Department of Energy.

Collaborate and represent the Department on various advisory committees to ensure relevant and appropriate training curricula.

Establish and manage programs to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Departmental training development and delivery.

Consult on and provide training services to other government agencies responsible for protecting national security and critical assets.