Office Director, Office of Surveillance Strategy and Risk Prioritization

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This position is being filled under a stream-lined hiring authority, Title 21 of the United States Code (21 US Code 379d-3a) as amended by the 21st Century Cures Act of 2016, section 3072 and the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, Section 3624. The candidate selected for this position will serve under a career or career-conditional appointment and be paid under the provisions of this authority. This position is being recruited based on the Title 21 Pay Table 4, Band G. . In order to qualify for the Office Director, Office of Surveillance Strategy and Risk Prioritization position which falls under the 0601 occupational Series, you must meet the following requirements by 11:59 pm EST on 07/30/2026: The candidate must meet the following qualifications for this Title 21 position: Scientific, Technical, and/or Professional Fields Qualified and Outstanding Candidates a. Qualified applies to all candidates for Cures appointments. The FDA OTS will use the technical qualifications defined below as a baseline for comparing experience levels and other candidate attributes for relevant positions. b, Outstanding candidates can be defined by existing outstanding work experience, outstanding performance rating, or both. Technical Qualifications: Candidates do not need to provide narrative responses. However, the technical qualifications must be reflected within the candidate's two-page resume. At least 5 years of experience leading a team or work related to surveillance, risk prioritization, and risk management activities impacting food. Experience advancing innovative initiatives efficiently; experience/knowledge in the government sector. Experience communicating highly technical information to a variety of stakeholders at the state and local level, national and international representatives, Members of Congress, etc. Ability to develop networks and build alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals. Desired Qualifications: Experience leading and managing subordinate supervisors and teams effectively, with a track record of strategic decision-making and achieving business objectives. Knowledge and experience with implementing initiatives involving risk modeling, risk management strategies, public health risk ranking, and evaluating consumer complaints. This position is designated as an SES Equivalent position and is covered under the FDA Title 21 Executive Performance Management System and identified as a public filing position for ethics purposes. NOTE: Applicants must submit all relevant transcripts that demonstrate you possess the required education to meet the Basic Qualifications. Supervisory Responsibilities: The incumbent provides occupational specific technical and administrative direction 25 percent or more of the time to three or more subordinate employees performing the work and functions of the organization. Obtains resources and identifies strategic objectives for the organization. Defines jobs, selects employees, and assigns work; defines technical work requirements and milestones; evaluates the organization and employee accomplishments by accepting or rejecting work products; and presents and defends organization and employees work to senior management and other offices. Recommends employee promotions and recognition; approves leave; implements performance modifications and takes corrective actions as appropriate. Provides employees with resources and information that ensure a safe and healthy work environment. Conditions of Employment: U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date. The candidate selected for this position will serve under a career or career-conditional appointment within the competitive service. Direct Deposit: You will be required to have all federal salary payments electronically deposited into a bank account with a financial institution of your choice. FDA participates in e-Verify: All new hires must complete the I-9 form; this information will be processed through e-Verify to determine your employment eligibility. If a discrepancy arises, you must take affirmative steps to resolve the matter. Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with the Selective Service. Please go to http://www.sss.gov for more information. Background Investigation Requirement: All employees must pass a security investigation. Failing to pass the background check may be grounds for removal or legal action. If hired, you may be subject to additional investigations at a later time. Certification of Accuracy: All information concerning eligibility and qualification is subject to investigation and verification. False representation may be grounds for non-consideration, non-selection, or appropriate legal action. All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and be subject to random, reasonable susp

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