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Deputy Director

USDA-FSIS, Urbandale, IA, United States


Summary

This position is located in Office of Policy and Program Development (OPPD), Labeling and Program Delivery Staff (LPDS). LPDS develops policies and inspection verification methods and administers programs to protect consumers from misbranded and economically adulterated meat, poultry, and egg products such that all labels are truthful and not misleading. This position can be filled at either Ft. Collins CO or Urbandale IA. Location Negotiable after selection. Qualifications

Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including time‑in‑grade restrictions, specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. Time in Grade: Current federal employees applying for a promotion opportunity must meet the time in grade requirement of 52 weeks of service at the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the position being filled (e.g., one year at the GS-13 grade level for consideration for the GS-14 grade level). For the GS-14 level: Applicants must have one year of specialized experience (equivalent to the GS-13 level) that demonstrates the statements below: Developing, implementing or communicating the strategy, vision and direction of an organization; AND Overseeing, managing or advising on the day‑to‑day operation of an organization or program; AND Analyzing and making recommendation or decision on workload distribution. Additional information on the qualification requirements is outlined in the OPM Qualifications Standards Handbook of General Schedule Positions. It is available for your review on OPM's Qualifications website: Program Management Series, GS-0340. 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 and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is the public health regulatory agency responsible for ensuring the safety of meat, poultry and processed eggs. USDA is a great place to start or continue your career. For more information on USDA and the Food Safety and Inspection Service, visit FSIS.

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