Summary Serves as the Deputy Assistant Administrator Diversion Control Policy by supporting, at the highest level, the Diversion Control Program (DCP) to provide independent and objective leadership and coordination of and recommendation on policies designed to promote business acumen, efficiency and effectiveness in the administration of programs and operations. Responsibilities As the principle advisor to the Assistant Administrator for the DC and with full confidence, provides guidance, direction, and supervision to the assigned sections and the subordinate units within the Office of Diversion Control Policy. Ensures the evaluation of new and existing legislation, regulations, and policies related to the DCP and recommends policy resolutions that are consistent with DEA's statutory mandates. Provides oversight to all phases of policy planning and management of the office, to include policy formulation, direction, coordination, and implementation of worldwide programs pertaining to the diversion of legally produced controlled substances and listed chemicals. As a national authority on policy and regulation, oversees and directs diversion control procedures and policies for large-scale, national, and international enforcement and regulatory investigations. Meets or designates staff to meet with key officials from other federal law enforcement and regulatory agencies, private industry executives, and international organizations to develop policies pertaining to controlled drug and listed chemical-related policy and regulation. Confers with industry representatives and high-ranking officials from outside the agency at national or international levels to settle matters involving significant or controversial issues that impact law enforcement and regulatory controls, such as predicting/confirming abuse potential of a substance or assessing industry security, policy, and regulation needs. Represents the Assistant Administrator in meetings and conferences with key DEA and Departmental officials, law enforcement groups, representatives of international organizations, officials of other Federal, state and local agencies, the drug industry and trade associations. Also, on behalf of DEA is key in working in an official capacity with tribal and international entities and has delegated authority to commit the agency within the limits of assigned resources and program responsibilities in brokering partnerships, decisions, and testifying before Congress as necessary. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Qualifications include both general management skills and characteristics that are applicable to all SES positions and technical or program responsibilities specific to this position. Applicants must have substantive general experience which provides a good basic or general knowledge of the principles of organization, management, and administration; and substantive specialized (operating administrative or managerial) experience in a type of work or a combination of functions directly related to this position. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Eligibility for this position will be based upon a clear showing that the applicant has experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry out assignments of the position. Applicants are required to submit a narrative statement for each of the five mandatory Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and each of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs). Do not enter "Refer to Resume" to explain your answer for either the ECQs or MTQs. Applications directing the reviewer to search within the application or to "See Resume" are considered incomplete and WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Failure to submit a narrative statement or address all of the ECQs and mandatory MTQs is also considered incomplete and WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS: To receive serious consideration, applicants for this position must demonstrate successful performance and creative leadership in prior managerial position(s). Applicants must submit a statement for each of the five ECQs listed below. Statements shall be limited to a maximum of TWO pages per ECQ. One page statements are acceptable. LEADING CHANGE: Demonstrated ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside an organization, to meet organizational goals. Includes the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. LEADING PEOPLE: Demonstrated ability to lead people effectively toward the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Includes the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive conflict resolution. RESULTS-DRIVEN LEADERSHIP: Demonstrated ability to successfully meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Includes the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. BUSINESS ACUMEN: Demonstrated ability to strategically manage human, financial, and information resources. BUILDING COALITIONS/COMMUNICATION: Demonstrated ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofits and private sector organizations, foreign governments, and/or international organizations to achieve common goals. MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must submit a statement for each of the MTQs listed below. Please give a complete and detailed answer for each mandatory qualification. Statements shall be limited to a maximum of ONE page per MTQ. MTQ 1 - Demonstrated expertise and experience in leading and managing phases of program planning, evaluation, and management to include direction, coordination, and implementation of large-scale programs or projects. MTQ 2 - Demonstrated experience and knowledge relating to the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and its implementing regulations. MTQ 3 - Demonstrated experience in policy formulation, including crafting and implementing legislation/regulations/policy with high-level officials at entities such as congressional, international, federal, state, tribal, and/or local, public or private, organizations. Education Education: All academic degrees and coursework must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions Desired Education: Desired Education: Undergraduate or Graduate Education or equivalent experience. Additional Information Diversity Statement As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing. Drug testing is required for this position. All non-DEA applicants must complete a drug use questionnaire. Applicants who are found, through investigation or personal admission, to have experimented with or used narcotics or dangerous drugs, except those medically prescribed, will not be considered for employment with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Exceptions to this policy may be made for applicants who admit to limited youthful and experimental use of marijuana. Such applicants may be considered for employment if there is no evidence of regular, confirmed usage, and the full-field background investigation and results of other steps in the process are otherwise favorable. Compliance with this policy is an essential requirement of the position. It is highly suggested that you complete the Drug Questionnaire form when submitting your application package. However, if you do not complete and submit this form with your application package it will not disqualify you from the application process. You will be asked to complete the Drug Questionnaire form before extended a conditional offer. Click the following link to access the Drug Questionnaire. http://www.justice.gov/dea/careers/drug_questionnaire.pdf. Selective Service: MALE APPLICANTS BORN AFTER 12/31/1959 must certify prior to job offer that they have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under Selective Service law. EEO Policy Statement: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/EEO_Policy_Statement. Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Reasonable_Accommodation_Policy_Statement. In accordance with 5 CFR 2635.704, applications will not be accepted in postage-paid Government envelopes. The Drug Enforcement Administration participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-VERIFY - http://www.dhs.gov/E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers.