About this role
Job SummaryThe Deputy Director, Industrial Base Management and Supply Chain is responsible to address long-term response and recovery needs for public health emergencies, drug shortages and other supply disruptions, and for the nation to not be beholden to previous inadequacies when responding to the next pandemic.
QualificationsOpen to all U.S. Citizens, Federal Competitive Status Candidates, Current SES and SES Reinstatement Eligibles, and SESCDP Graduates. SESCDP graduate candidates may also apply for noncompetitive consideration if applicable. 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. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the ECQs or the TQs. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ 1: Ability to develop evidence-based policy and strategy options for program implementation providing leadership, strategic direction, and oversight for program management initiatives related to the public health industrial base, domestic manufacturing and supply chain resiliency. TQ 2: Ability to oversee and lead cross-functional teams and manage complex portfolios with diverse projects related to small molecule development, PPE, testing and diagnostics and supply chain. Experience in strategic planning, resource allocation, and monitoring project milestones to ensure timely delivery and successful outcomes. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS: In addition to the TQs listed above, all new entrants into the 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 CDP, or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you must attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. Please DO NOT submit separate documents addressing the ECQs or MTQs.
Major DutiesABOUT THE POSITION The Deputy Director, Industrial Base Management and Supply Chain provides executive advisory service to the Deputy Assistant Secretary for IBMSC. The Deputy provides for the overall administrative management of projects for IBMSC, with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment. The Deputy Director assists with the execution of IBMSC's permanent appropriation that is specific to on-shoring strategic medical supply chain manufacturing and distribution capacities to build resilience, sustain previous pandemic gains, and strengthen the industrial base. This requires annual base budgets, with multi-year funds and dedicated authorities to minimize vulnerabilities and ensures preparedness. The Deputy Director develops a comprehensive hiring strategy and succession plan for a dedicated Program Office within ASPR that oversees all IBMSC activities, including supply chain analysis, program management and execution, and DPA Title I, III and VII functions. This Center conducts the necessary industrial analysis, coordinates trade-space for rated contracts, and establishes programs dedicated towards industrial capacity expansion with the public and private sectors. This requires a cadre of Government and contract support staff in addition to travel and other direct costs. The Deputy Director establishes a lead center to oversee all IBx activities throughout ASPR, including supply chain analysis, program management and execution, and DPA functions. This includes a cadre of approximately fifty-three (53) Government and thirty (30) contract support staff, inclusive of travel and other direct costs.