Deputy Federal Security Director

The Deputy Federal Security Director (DFSD) is the second ranking TSA authority responsible for the leadership and coordination of TSA security activities within commercial airports and for the oversight of security in the assigned area of operation.

Major duties

This position reports to the Federal Security Director and assists in providing day-to-day operational leadership for Federal transportation security responsibilities at various geographical locations. These responsibilities and accompanying authority include tactical planning, execution and operating management for coordinated security activities, and other duties as prescribed by the Administrator, Transportation Security Administration and the Federal Security Director. As Deputy Federal Security Director for the Transportation Security Administration, your duties will include: Organizing and implementing the Federal Security Crisis Management Response Plan, including coordination with airport and airline management, other Federal, state and local government and law enforcement organizations, and appropriate private sector entities. Assuming direct responsibility and oversight for passenger, baggage, and air cargo security screening. Overseeing the implementation, operation and maintenance of security technology within established guidelines. Directing the activities of all TSA employees within their area of responsibility. Examples include baggage and passenger Transportation Security Officers, Law Enforcement Officers, Transportation Security Inspectors, and other support and managerial staff required to execute TSA responsibilities. Establishing the organizational structure and management systems required for threat identification, risk management, crisis management, employee accountability, and security of the facility, including all aircraft. Ensuring the advancement of the Threat Detection Blueprint efforts through assessment and maintenance of tools and support needed to measurably improve threat detection. Interacting regularly with Federal, state, and local officials regarding airport operations and security policies, procedures, and practices at the airport. Deals with local members of Congress and their staff, the mayor and other top city officials as well as top state officials as well as local media to promote and inform about TSA programs. Reviewing the development and deployment processes required for implementation of security technology options. Providing leadership to and setting direction for subordinate components, including spoke airports, as necessary, and assuring the consistency and coordination of policies and programs needed to accomplish TSA's mission. Overseeing the day-to-day operations of areas within their responsibility, assuring conformance with TSA's strategic plan and sound management principles. Advising, consulting, and furnishing input to the Federal Security Director and, as appropriate, to the Assistant Administrator for Domestic Aviation Operations in Security Operations and other departmental staff in the development, implementation and/or expansion of initiatives affecting areas of responsibility. Providing leadership to and direction for subordinate components, including spoke airports, as necessary, and assuring the consistency and coordination of policies and programs needed to accomplish TSA's mission. Overseeing the day-to-day operations of areas within his/her responsibility, assuring conformance with TSA's strategic plan and sound management principles. Serving as the Federal Security Director in their absence as needed. Managing third-party agreements from specialized service organizations, such as security service and equipment providers, other Federal, State and local law enforcement authorities, and specialized security professionals. Managing all TSA resources associated with the airport, including personnel, funds, equipment, and information. Supporting EEO principles in the workplace. Demonstrates ability to treat all employees in a fair and equitable manner. Provides input to the identification and resolution of EEO problems. Maintaining a work environment supportive of positive human relations and open communication between employees and managers. Responsible for assuring employees can effectively contribute to the accomplishment of division, service, and TSA goals and objectives. Ensures that employees are given a real and continuing opportunity to influence their work environment and are able to participate in discussions related to the methods of accomplishment. Provides assistance and guidance, as required, to fellow employees in their professional development. Responsibility for the efficient management and safeguarding of resources and ensuring internal controls meet agency standards.

Qualifications

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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. As a basic requirement, applicants must demonstrate progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level managerial capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Technical Qualifications and Executive Core Qualifications listed below. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the equivalent of the GS-15 grade level in the Federal service or its equivalent with state and local government, the private sector, or non-governmental organizations. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical Qualifications (TQs) related to this position within your resume. Your resume MAY NOT EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit will be deemed ineligible and will not receive further consideration. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-BASED. Therefore, evidence of each ECQ and TQ must be CLEARLY REFLECTED in your resume.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs):

Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the following technical qualifications.

1. Experience managing organizational resources (e.g., budgets, equipment, information) and identify operational and management efficiencies that support the allocation of limited resources.
2. Experience improving mission effectiveness by implementing risk-based, intelligence driven security initiatives and evaluating effectiveness through analysis of performance measurements.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs):

In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES)/Transportation Security Executive Service (TSES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect the the ECQs and TQs, you will not receive further consideration for the position.

• ECQ 1 - COMMITMENT TO THE RULE OF LAW AND THE PRINCIPLES OF THE AMERICAN FOUNDING. This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.
• ECQ 2 - DRIVING EFFICIENCY. This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.
• ECQ 3 - MERIT AND COMPETENCE. This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
• ECQ 4 - LEADING PEOPLE. This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.
• ECQ 5 - ACHIEVING RESULTS. This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.

NOTE: If you are a member of the SES/TSES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES/TSES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES/TSES. FAILURE TO MEET OR FULLY ADDRESS EACH EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATION AND TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS IN THE RESUME WILL ELIMINATE A CANDIDATE FROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION.

Education

This position does not have a positive education requirement.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must serve a probationary period of one year unless you previously completed the probationary period in a SES/TSES position.
• Must complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
• If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
• Subject to pre-employment and random drug tests.
• Must file a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report OGE-278e within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on.
• Must complete a favorable Tier 5 Background Investigation (T5).
• This position requires a TS/SCI (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information) clearance that must be completed prior to appointment.
• You will be subject to a 5-year periodic investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
• Failure to obtain and maintain the required clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• This is an emergency essential position.
• There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents: Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights, for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back, FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation), and SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information).
• If you fail to meet the conditions of employment or any other pre-employment requirements, such as missing any of the scheduled appointments, the hiring agency may rescind their tentative offer of employment.