- Position Title
- Supervisory Program Manager
- Agency
- Federal Trade Commission
- Announcement Number
- DE-12106562-23-BCP-DCRO Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Thursday, September 14, 2023 to Wednesday, September 27, 2023
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
Are you a veteran who separated from active duty under honorable conditions AND you:
• have a rating by the Department of Veterans Affairs showing a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more; OR,
• are retired from active military service with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more?
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans Resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. You must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.
• have a rating by the Department of Veterans Affairs showing a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more; OR,
• are retired from active military service with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more?
For more information, review USAJOBS Veterans Resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (copy indicating character of service) or other proof of your service which includes character of service. You must also submit the disability letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs or Armed Service and the Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference, Standard Form 15.
3.
Are you a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Federal agency other than the agency hiring for this position? If yes, confirm:
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
• you are located in the same local commuting area of the vacancy; AND
• you are applying to a position that is at or below the grade level of the position from which you were or will be separated; AND
• you are applying to a position that does not have greater promotion potential than the position from which you were or will be separated; AND
• your last performance rating of record is at least fully successful or the equivalent.
For more information, review the USAJOBS Help Center.
To verify your eligibility, you must submit supporting documentation such as a Reduction in Force (RIF) separation notice to include your latest performance rating (if the notice does not have this information included, you must submit a copy of your most recent performance appraisal) and a copy of your latest Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50.
4.
Do you have a severe physical, psychiatric or mental disability that qualifies you for a Schedule A Disability appointment?
For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.
For more information, review USAJOBS Individuals with Disabilities resources.
To verify your eligibility, you must provide appropriate medical documentation, i.e., a letter signed by a licensed medical professional or licensed vocational rehabilitation specialist stating your condition and restrictions.
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Supervisory Program Manager (GS-0340-15) position at our Agency. We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire.
1.
Choose the one answer that best describes how you meet the basic qualification requirements for a Supervisory Program Manager, GS-0340-15 position as described in the Qualifications Section of the Vacancy Announcement.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training.
A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task.
B- I have had education or training in performing the task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist them in doing this task because of my expertise.
A- I have not had education, training or experience in performing this task.
B- I have had education or training in performing the task, but have not yet performed it on the job.
C- I have performed this task on the job. My work on this task was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
D- I have performed this task as a regular part of a job. I have performed it independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.
E- I am considered an expert in performing this task. I have supervised performance of this task or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist them in doing this task because of my expertise.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
2.
Ensures the efficiency and effectiveness of operations of three major programs.
3.
Designs, develops, and implements solutions that drive continuous improvement of business processes.
4.
Identifies solutions to improve management effectiveness and efficiency.
5.
Identifies potential risks and vulnerabilities in programs or systems.
6.
Plans and oversees programs and operations.
7.
Identifies and recommends strategies to enhance the productivity of cross-organizational relationships.
8.
Serves as a liaison with outside organizations in order to share information.
9.
Develops and maintains relationships with stakeholders in government and private industries.
10.
Coordinates with external stakeholders to develop creative approaches to common problems or issues.
11.
Builds consensus among parties from different groups or organizations.
12.
Develops long-range strategic goals and plans.
13.
Implements strategic planning initiatives.
14.
Develops and accomplishes project plans and goals.
15.
Develops policies and procedures to combat waste, fraud, abuse, and mismanagement.
16.
Prepares recommendations for top management on more effective and efficient ways to accomplish workload and program objectives.
17.
Analyzes management priorities to determine effectiveness or to identify problems.
18.
Analyzes the impact of new programs in terms of required costs and resources needed to support varied levels of program operations.
19.
Writes reports containing analyses of complex information or findings.
20.
Edits documents to assure the quality of the final product.
21.
Writes responses to inquiries from the media, Congress, or other highly visible sources.
22.
Presents consumer protection to diverse groups.
23.
Presents the agency's position in meetings with outside groups.
24.
Conducts presentations with experts in various industries and with senior staff in other government agencies.
25.
Develops and implement performance evaluation plans for subordinate employees.
26.
Reviews completed work for technical adequacy and timeliness.
27.
Plans work assignments for team members.
28.
Establish goals, milestones, and expectations for a group.
29.
Develops management operations options and recommendations that include advantages and disadvantages.
30.
Supervises and manages staff; carries out functional assignments through the employees supervised.
31.
Resolve conflicts, differences, or problems among team members.
32.
Identifies training opportunities to meet employees' developmental needs.
33.
Recognizes and rewards employee accomplishments.
As previously explained, your responses in this Assessment Questionnaire are subject to evaluation and verification. Later steps in the selection process are specifically designed to verify your responses. Deliberate attempts to falsify information will be grounds for disqualifying you or for dismissing you from employment following acceptance. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. If you fail to answer this question, you will be disqualified from consideration for this position.
34.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct, and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement, or commit deception or fraud in this application and its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C. 1001); my eligibilities may be cancelled, I may be denied an appointment, or I may be removed and debarred from Federal service (5 C.F.R. part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.