Associate Director, National and Regional Risk Analysis, EM-0301-00 (Public)

Summary This position is located in the Division of Insurance and Research, Deposit Insurance and Risk Analysis, National and Regional Risk Analysis Branch of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation in Washington, D.C. Salary reflects a pay cap for this position of $305,000. Learn more about this agency Duties As the Associate Director, National and Regional Risk Analysis, the incumbent is responsible for the following: Monitors national and regional economic developments and trends in the financial services industry and in financial markets, including movements in interest rates, exchange rates, and other prices, to analyze their potential effects on insured institutions and the DIF. Develops appropriate channels for disseminating analysis to senior management of the Corporation, regional supervisory personnel, other regulators, the industry, and the public. Serves as a project leader for broad intra- and interagency external publications and special projects by providing guidance, substantive editing, and direction for Corporation and Division publications. Perform complex analyses on a variety of general financial, banking, economic, modeling, and statistical matters as they relate to or affect the activities of the Corporation, and incorporate into studies, policy decisions, and testimony. Review and evaluate studies, reports, and proposals prepared by Corporation staff, private individuals, and other government agencies. Establishes and maintains continuing liaison with counterparts in other FDIC divisions, officials of other regulatory agencies, the financial press, and representatives of various financial institutions and private industry, including prominent economists and industry analysts from a range of sectors and academic institutions. Serves as the Division’s representative on key operational and policy committees, as appropriate, and at industry outreach events that require expert analysis of complex risk issues. Exercises supervisory personnel management authority and performs the full range of performance management duties to include planning, assigning, and reviewing work products of subordinates; establishing guidelines and performance expectations; and evaluating work performance and providing feedback to others on their performance. Identifies training and developmental needs for staff and provides regular recognition of staff. Works in collaboration with the appropriate Human Resources and Legal staff to administer disciplinary action. Hears and resolves grievances or other disputes as appropriate. Approves/disapproves requests for leave, telework, travel, training, etc. Plans, directs, coordinates, and evaluates all activities of the Division associated with regional operations and risk analysis. Requirements Conditions of employment 2-page Resume Requirement: Please limit your résumé to 2 pages (minimum 10-point font).  If more than 2 pages are submitted, only the first 2 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. Registration with the Selective Service. U.S. Citizenship is required.   Employment Conditions. This position requires the selectee to file a public financial disclosure report (OGE Form 278e) as a condition of employment. High Risk/Non-sensitive Background Investigation (BI) required. Employee may be relocated to any duty location to meet management needs. Qualifications To meet the minimum qualifications, applicants must possess the leadership and technical experiences listed below. These qualifications would typically be gained through progressively responsible management or executive-level assignments. 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, skills, and abilities 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 QUALIFICATIONS: All applicants must submit a resume that addresses each minimum qualification experience. Examples should be clear, concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities; the scope and complexity of the programs, activities, or services you managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertook; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues you addressed; and the results of your actions. You should use action-oriented leadership words to describe your experience and accomplishments and quantify your experience wherever possible to demonstrate your accomplishments (e.g., number of employees supervised). Leadership experiences identified must have been performed in an official supervisory role. Leadership Experience 1: Experience in overseeing and coordinating the work of organizational units directly and indirectly through subordinate supervisors, including assigning work; directing changes to programs and priorities; and evaluating performance against goals; AND Leadership Experience 2: Experience in managing employee performance and growth directly and indirectly through subordinate supervisors, including evaluating employee readiness for successive roles; recognizing accomplishments, providing feedback and development opportunities, and addressing performance/conduct issues; AND Technical Experience 1: Experience in leading/authoring agency/professional publications, articles, white papers, or senior-level briefing materials related to national and regional economic developments and risks impacting the financial/banking industry, OR Technical Experience 2: Experience applying expertise in financial and economic risk analyses as evidenced by media appearances/interviews, professional/academic conference presentations, professional association credentials/awards, or representing an organization in Congressional testimony. Education There is no substitution of education for the experience for this position. Additional information If selected, you may be required to serve a supervisory/managerial probationary period. If selected, you may be required to serve a probationary or trial period as applicable to appointment type. During the probationary or trial period, you will be evaluated for 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 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 or trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.  To read about your rights and responsibilities as an applicant for Federal employment, click here. Additional selections may be made from this vacancy announcement to fill identical vacancies that occur subsequent to this announcement. FDIC Executive Managers (EM) are in the Federal competitive service and not the Senior Executive Service (SES). As an EM at the FDIC, you will provide executive leadership and managerial direction over substantive activities related to planning, developing, executing, and coordinating the Corporation's programs and policies. Current or Former Political Appointees: The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Expand Hide  additional information 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. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. The FDIC offers comprehensive benefits to its employees. These benefits, some at minimal cost, are some of the best and most competitive in both the private and public sectors. In addition, under FDIC’s Group Life Insurance Program, basic life insurance coverage for Executive Managers is automatically equal to 3 times their salary (rounded to the next higher thousand) up to a maximum of $800,000. Executives may also choose from two other lower coverage options. The Corporation pays for the cost of the basic coverage unless employees also elect to be covered under the Federal Employees Group Life Insurance Program (FEGLI). To find out more, click here. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.