Administrator, Office of Policy Development and Research

Summary

This position is located in the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), Employment and Training Administration (ETA). All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. The “Required Documents” section of this announcement identifies all documents that must be uploaded in order to be considered a complete application package. Applicants that do not submit a complete application will not receive further consideration.

Duties

• Provides strategic leadership in setting ETA goals and converting them into operational plans and measurable milestones.
• Oversees resource planning, allocation, and performance management to ensure program goals are met effectively and efficiently.
• Fosters a high-performing work environment that promotes critical thinking, equitable personnel management, and professional development.
• Leads organizational change efforts and ensures alignment of program activities across ETA offices and partners.
• Represents ETA and the Office of Policy Development and Research in interactions with stakeholders, Federal partners, and Congressional staff, communicating program results and emerging issues.
• Maintains strong relationships with internal and external customers to ensure program efforts reflect stakeholder needs and evolving workforce trends.

Requirements

• Conditions of Employment Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must meet Executive Core Qualifications.
• Must complete one year SES probationary period if not previously covered.
• Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
• Appointment to this position may require a background investigation.
• You may be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
• Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• If selected, the candidate must receive approval from OPM's Qualifications Review Board in order to be appointed to the SES.
• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
• May be subject to pre-employment and random drug tests File a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report OGE-278e within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.
• Candidates must possess technical and management experience and have developed the knowledge and skills required for effective performance of the specific duties of the position.
• Candidates must have had experience at a major management level (normally equivalent to the GS-15 level in the federal service).
• Applicants must meet all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Reference the "Required Documents" section for additional requirements.

Education

There is no positive education requirement for this position.

Required Documents

• Thoroughly review the following list to determine the documentation you need to submit.
• Your application and ALL required supplemental documents MUST be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Time (ET) on the vacancy closing date (i.e.,07/13/2026 ) to receive consideration.
• If you fail to submit the required documentation before the announcement closes, you will be rated ineligible.
• A complete application includes items described below.
• Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).
• Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit.
• Some documents may not apply to all applicants. 1.
• RESUME: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages (i.e., 1 page that is double-sided or 2 pages that are one-sided each) showing all relevant experience.
• Applicants seeking initial career appointment to the Senior Executive Service (SES) must include evidence of the ECQs and TQs.
• PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER. 2.
• ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation if applicable: CURRENT OR FORMER SES MEMBERS: Must provide your SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of
• Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility.
• SES CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (SESCDP) GRADUATES: Verification of successful completion of an OPM-approved SESCDP and OPM SES QRB certification.
• CURRENT FEDERAL CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEE: Must provide a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting you are a current Federal Civil Service employee.
• STRONGLY RECOMMENDED: Most recent performance evaluation