About this role
Job SummaryThis position is located at Bureau of Engraving and Printing, within the Office of Engraving. As a Chief, Office of Engraving, you will serve as the Office Chief within Manufacturing Directorate overseeing production operations that support currency manufacturing, design, and development of new technologies.
QualificationsYou must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Specialized Experience for the GS-15, you must have one year (full 52 weeks) of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility equivalent to the GS-14 grade level in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: - Executing, directing, or managing the areas of manufacturing/production or a related field that supports the manufacturing/production process, ensuring quality products and services through effective oversight and accountability. Examples of such experience may include: - Overseeing manufacturing/production schedules and multiple projects and milestone reports. OR - Providing management of manufacturing/production, through exceptional leadership in accordance with goals, objectives, and strategic planning. OR - Developing strategic plans for staffing, technology, and resources. OR - Recognizing issues within the process, taking corrective actions, and communicating them to stakeholders. In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the following time-in-grade requirement, if applicable: For the GS-15, you must have been at the GS-14 level for 52 weeks.
Major DutiesAs a Chief, Office of Engraving, you will: - Oversee the manufacturing operation and assist in managing various highly confidential projects for developing new designs and executing the currency order, engraving and plate manufacturing programs, and other related materials, technology and processes to support currency, government securities, and other products. - Serve as the subject-matter-expert within the office to ensure compliance with security and accountability rules, policies, and procedures during development testing for existing/new products and design changes, and material applications/changes at the Washington, DC, and Fort Worth, Texas facilities. - Make recommendations that may have an impact on BEP's testing programs.RequirementsAll newly appointed employees to the competitive (or excepted) service are subject to a probationary (or trial) period. During this time, your performance, conduct, and suitability for continued employment will be evaluated. You will not automatically convert to permanent status at the end of the probationary (or trial) period. Your supervisor must affirmatively determine that continued employment is in the best interest of the Federal service. If no certification is made before the probationary (or trial) period ends, your appointment will be terminated. You are encouraged to actively engage with your supervisor, seek feedback, and understand role expectations. Additional guidance and support will be provided during onboarding. A one-year supervisory or managerial probationary period may be required. Must successfully complete a background investigation. Undergo a tax compliance review. Public Trust - Background Investigation will be required. Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer. 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. Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. Obtain and use a government-issued charge card for business-related travel. Undergo an income tax verification Financial Disclosure Requried Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment. Key Requirements: Click "Print Preview" to review the entire announcement before applying. Must be U.S. Citizen or U.S. National.