Supervisory Public Utilities Specialist
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Job Location:
Vancouver, WA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 159408 - 197200
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Summary
This position is located with Bonneville Power Administration in the Transmission Commercial System Management (TSR) organization of Transmission Marketing and Sales (TS) Transmission Services (T) Bonneville Power Administration (BPA).
A successful candidate in the Supervisory Public Utilities Specialist position will serve as the Manager of Transmission Commercial System Management and a member of the TS management team.
As a Supervisory Public Utilities Specialist you will:
- Determine goals for the organization independently of or jointly with higher management.
- Exercise delegated managerial authority to set a series of annual and longer-range work plans and schedules for in-service and contracted work independently of or jointly with higher management.
- Make major recommendations and decisions related to the optimum mix of reduced operating costs and assurance of program effectiveness including the introduction of labor-saving devices automated processes methods improvements etc.
- Direct development of data provision of expertise and insights securing of legal opinions preparation of position papers and execution of comparable activities to support development of TS T and BPA goals and objectives related to high levels of program management development and formulation.
- Consider a broad spectrum of factors when making decisions or recommendations to higher-level management including such matters as public relations labor-management relations and the effect on other organizations.
Conditions of employment
In accordance with Executive Order 14170 applicants are encouraged to respond to four short free-response essay questions in the questionnaire. Answer to these questions is not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration.
When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully.
Key Requirements:
- You must be a United States Citizen.
- This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
- Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements.
- You will be required to report in person to the official duty location.
- Selectee will be required to complete the Office of Government Ethics Standard of Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OFGE450e) within 30 days of employment and annually.
- First time supervisors will be required to serve a 1 year probationary period.
- This is a temporary promotion not to exceed one (1) year may be extended up to five (5) years total; may be made permanent without further competition. Upon termination of the promotion you will be returned to your original position of record or to a different position of equivalent grade and pay. Temporary promotions may be terminated at any time based on the needs of management.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
A qualified candidates resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-XX) in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: 1) Leading the development administration management and analysis of current and future transmission products 2) developing and implementing a structured approach to program organization design management and execution of market analysis and policy initiatives within an assigned portfolio; AND 3) ensure programs and projects meet objectives and establish standards that ensure consistent and optimal market and policy.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.
Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration.
CTAP candidates: To be considered well qualified you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.
You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Education
There are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position.
Additional information
Reasonable Accommodation Policy: Employees or applicants may request Reasonable Accommodation (RA) for assistance when applying or competing for a job or performing a job due to their medical condition or to exercise their religious beliefs. If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or selection process please contact the Staffing Specialist listed on this vacancy announcement. USAJOBS Help Center Reasonable accommodation policy
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Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Telework: Service Registration: - Who must register: incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.
BPA strives to ensure a safe and positive work environment.
We also understand the importance of work/life balance and offer a variety of programs and policies designed to create more flexible responsive work environments supportive of commitments to community home and family members. BPA also supports employees overall wellness through its Be Well program which helps employees adopt healthier lifestyles and feel better about their work/life balance. The program supports five key areas of life: career community financial physical and social.
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.
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.
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.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Typing
- Public Relations
- Video Editing
- Interviewing
- Media Relations
- Qualitative Research Interviewing
- Research Experience
- Social Media Management
- Leadership Experience
- Public Speaking
- Blogging
- Writing Skills
