Summary This position is in the Office of the Chief Operating Officer (OCOO) located in Washington, DC. Responsibilities At the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) and value a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the communities we serve. As such, we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to public service. Serves as a senior advisor and consultant responsible for a broad range of operational functions and projects. Develops and prepares guidance on a variety of complex or sensitive issues and continuously evaluates internal controls related to business processes. Analyzes and evaluates programs for compliance with Federal laws and regulations, as well as SEC policies and procedures. Identifies ways to improve or enhance current practices and programs to ensure business objectives are met. Collaborates with office leadership on approaches to maximize the utilization of resources to achieve organizational goals and objectives. Coordinates projects to enhance the agency's operational effectiveness, facilitates staffing and procurement activities, assists with documenting operational and technology needs, and facilitates space management. Able to serve as a Contracting Officer's Representative on one or more contracts. Drafts messages for senior leadership and communicates highly complex information to others via in-person or virtual meetings, and over telephone and email. Develops and presents detailed reports, analyses, presentations, schedules, talking points, policies and procedures that are clear and concise. Identifies and develops ways to resolve problems or cope with issues that affect the accomplishment of program goals and objectives. Provides recommendations and implementing guidance Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Time-in-grade for this announcement is one year at the SK-13 level. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: SK-14: Applicant must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the SK-13 level: Experience managing large and/or Commission wide projects or programs; AND Experience analyzing complex internal or external data, and evaluating internal or external processes/procedures that affect Commission employees; AND Experience working collaboratively with stakeholders across the agency, including senior managers; AND Experience communicating (either orally or in writing) technical or sensitive information to multiple audiences - including senior level audiences and the general SEC employee population; AND Experience drafting messages, preparing written analysis, making recommendations, and leading and supporting special projects on behalf of senior management. Education Additional Information Disability Employment: For information on disability appointments, please visit http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/disability-employment/ IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR SURPLUS OR DISPLACED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES: Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) is available to individuals who have special priority selection rights under this plan. Individuals must be well-qualified for this position to receive consideration for special priority selection. CTAP eligibles will be considered well-qualified when receiving an adjudicated score of 80 or higher. Reasonable Accommodation: If you are an applicant who needs a reasonable accommodation for disability to participate in the application process at the SEC, submit the form for Reasonable Accommodation for Participation in Job Application Process here. Please be sure to submit your request at least 5 business days in advance of the date you need the requested accommodation. 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