Texas Division Administrator (DA)

Summary

The Texas Division Administrator (DA) is responsible for providing executive direction over the activities within the Division to effectively promote, implement and administer one of the largest and most complex Federal-aid programs in the Nation.

Duties

The DA serves as the principal advisor to the Director of Field Services – Mid-America and the Office of the Administrator on policy, program and technical issues, particularly with regard to the effect on Texas’s Federal-aid program management and on Federal/State relationships. In addition, the DA: Provides leadership and direction over the administration of a highly diverse and complex $7+ billion Federal-aid highway program through the establishment of Division Office objectives, priorities, and timetables, and through the evaluation of program activities, issues, and accomplishments; Directs operations of the Texas Division Office in the advancement of public-private partnership ventures to fund major transportation improvements and upgrading the State’s transportation network including border connections that support increased international movement of freight between the United States and Mexico; Provides executive leadership in building and enhancing intermodal and interagency partnerships; Promotes intermodal coordination and technical skills development and consultation and assures that actions comply with national priorities, objectives, and federal laws and regulations, promoting transportation systems are economically sound and well balanced; Directs a professional staff, through subordinate supervisors, in providing program delivery assistance and technical services in highway transportation and safety; and Provides leadership and direction on the implementation of programs in furtherance of equal opportunity principles, consistent with Agency directives and goals.

Requirements

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance the organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Complete a one-year SES probationary period (unless already completed). Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency 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. (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx) DRUG TEST: May be subject to pre-employment and random drug tests. SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will 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. WRITING SAMPLE: A writing sample may be required. 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), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information)"

Benefits

Our benefits package offers: Annual Leave (paid vacation), Sick Leave, and Holidays – You will earn 26 days of annual leave and 13 days of sick leave per year. In addition, the Federal Government observes 11 regular paid holidays each year. Health Benefits – Employees and family members are eligible for health benefits at reasonable rates with no required medical examinations or restrictions because of age or physical condition. Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – You may choose to participate in the FSA Program.

This program allows you to set aside money, on a pre-tax basis, for certain kinds of out of pocket medical expenses or dependent care costs of a child or parent Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program – You may elect to participate in the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program. Life Insurance – You may participate in the Federal Employees’ Group Life Insurance program. The program offers employees an opportunity to acquire life insurance protection at group rates with a government contribution toward the cost of basic insurance. For more details on the various health and life insurance benefits offered to most Federal Employees click here

Required Documents

Prepare the documents below before applying. Always confirm the exact requirements on the official announcement, since they vary by position:

• 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.
• 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.
• VACANCY QUESTION/ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE RESPONSES: Responses are automatically submitted through USA Jobs when you apply to this vacancy.
• 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 Personnel 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.