Director, Office of Legislative Affairs and Policy Communications

Summary

The Director, Office of Legislative Affairs and Policy Communications is responsible for overseeing legislative analysis, congressional affairs, international affairs, and policy communications for the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).

Duties

• The Director advises the Associate Administrator for Highway Policy and External Affairs (AA) and Deputy Associate Administrator for Highway Policy and External Affairs (Deputy AA) on legislative recommendations, policy development, and establishment of intermediate and long-range program goals. The Director also coordinates legislative development within FHWA and with other agencies and offices within the U.S. Department of Transportation. In addition, the Director: Provides leadership and direction in formulating and executing a program of legislative policy planning and development by assessing the policy implications of legislation developed by FHWA and by other entities as the legislation relates to the Federal-aid highway program (FAHP) and monitors progress in implementing highway legislation. Develops, implements, and manages the Agency's program of international scanning for new technology and innovation, international organizations, overseas missions for technical assistance, international technology transfer program, and the international visitors program. Advises the AA and Deputy AA on all matters related to foreign governments, multi-national institutions, and international organizations. Acts as the Agency's liaison to Congress, other Federal agencies, State and local governments, and the Office of the Secretary on highway policy and legislative initiatives. Communicates with congressional staff, State officials, and Federal agency personnel on the FAHP and related policies. Prepares executive briefings for the Secretary, the Deputy Secretary of Transportation, the FHWA Administrator, and other Departmental leadership in advance of meetings and other significant events involving a wide variety of audiences. Provides management and leadership oversight of the Office of Legislative Affairs and Policy Communications' administrative and research budgets and administrative functions that include technology and security, office equipment, data processing activities, and human resource matters. Provides executive direction in the development, analysis, and coordination of FHWA policy on Federal legislation, including the development and analysis of alternative Federal-aid highway programs and legislative proposals, and for linking policy and legislative proposals with program office goals and the budget process.

Key requirements

• You must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.
• Provide all required documents by closing date.
• A Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

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. TQ 1. Demonstrates executive-level experience in developing, coordinating, and evaluating organization policy and legislation that links organizational goals and the budget process. TQ 2. Demonstrates executive-level experience in leading communications and outreach efforts that exhibit a high level of customer service for a wide range of officials and stakeholders. 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. There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents: Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights, for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation), and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov), (app…

Education

If you are qualifying for this position by substituting education or training for experience, submit a copy of your transcripts or equivalent. An official transcript will be required if you are selected. A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page. Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. If you are qualifying based on foreign education, you must submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency. For further information, visit: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications | International Affairs Office (ed.gov)