Federal Emergency Management Agency
Deputy Assistant Administrator for Logistics Management
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Summary
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. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. 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. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ 1: Demonstrated executive experience leading large-scale logistics and/or disaster response operations, including navigating complex and dynamic environments to deliver results. TQ 2: Demonstrated executive-level experience leading large, complex organizations involving strategic, planning, resource management, risk management, organizational transformation, and performance accountability. This includes leading multidisciplinary teams, managing competing priorities, and delivering results in support of organizational goals. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: 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 or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to address the (5) ECQs in your resume. In lieu of, you MUST attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.
Major Duties
The Deputy Assistant Administrator (DAA), in conjunction with the Assistant Administrator (AA) for Logistics, is responsible for providing the right resources to the right places at the right times after disasters. The DAA plays a key role in designing, resourcing, and executing a national logistics program that enables FEMA to support state, tribal, and territorial partners in delivering lifesaving and life-sustaining resources to help Americans after disasters. As the second-in-command for the Logistics Management Directorate, the DAA has direct oversight of FEMA's national emergency stockpiles, including staging, transportation, and lifecycle resource management as well as enabling technology and personnel. The DAA also plays an important role in coordinating with partners in other federal agencies, academia, and the private sector. The DAA serves as the central coordination point for decisions supporting the Directorate and its mission, including but not limited to strategy, priorities, and resource allocation. Major responsibilities and duties: Executive Leadership and Governance: With the AA for Logistics, provides strategic vision, guidance, and oversight for national logistics programs. Directs logistics functions and operations to ensure alignment with leadership priorities and mission requirements. In addition, establishes policies and standards that drive successful mission outcomes, foster collaboration, and promote accountability. Collaboration and Coalition-Building: The DAA assists the Assistant Administrator for Logistics in building and sustaining strategic partnerships that support national logistics programs. Coordinates logistics functions and operations across DHS components, FEMA HQ, Regional and field offices, other federal agencies, and state, local, tribal, and territorial partners to ensure alignment with leadership priorities and mission requirements. Establishes frameworks, agreements, and standards that drive effective information sharing, joint decision making, and interoperable logistics operations. Assists with the development of collaboration-focused policies, guidance, and implementation strategies. Management and Oversight: Supports the AA by providing executive management and oversight for national logistics programs, while directing logistics functions and operations to ensure effective, efficient, and timely delivery of commodities and resources aligned with Agency priorities and mission requirements. Establishes management controls, performance measures, and reporting mechanisms to drive successful mission outcomes and promote accountability. Assists with the development and implementation of management policies, guidance, and strategies for logistics programs and coordinates reviews, assessments, and evaluations of logistics activities across the Logistics Management Directorate. Strategic Planning and Organizational Transformation: The DAA works with the AA to provide strategic vision, guidance, and oversight for long-range logistics planning and organizational modernization. Develops and advances strategic plans that align logistics capabilities, workforce, and infrastructure with Agency priorities and mission requirements. Leads efforts to design, refine, and implement organizational structures, business processes, and operational models that enhance efficiency, agility, and unity of effort across national logistics programs. Representing the Agency: The DAA assists the AA and provides senior-level representation for national logistics programs. Represents agency logistics interests in internal and external forums to ensure alignment with leadership priorities and mission requirements. Communicates logistics policies, standards, and operational objectives to DHS components, FEMA HQ, Regional and Field Offices, other federal agencies, and state, local, tribal, and territorial partners to drive successful mission outcomes and promote accountability. Represents FEMA by planning and coordinating the Directorate's participation in national response briefings, interagency meetings, and committees related to logistics operations.
Required Documents
A complete application includes items described below. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible). Please carefully review the following list to determine what documentation you need to submit. Some documents may not apply to all applicants. 1. RESUME: All applicants are required to submit a resume limited to two (2) pages (i.e., 1 page that is double-sided or 2 pages that are one-sided each) showing all relevant experience. Applicants seeking initial career appointment to the Senior Executive Service (SES) must include evidence of the ECQs and TQs. PLEASE DO NOT USE USAJOBS RESUME BUILDER. 2. VACANCY QUESTION/ASSESSMENT QUESTIONNAIRE RESPONSES: Responses are automatically submitted through USA Jobs when you apply to this vacancy. 3. ADDITIONAL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Applicants are required to submit the following supporting documentation if applicable: CURRENT OR FORMER SES MEMBERS: Must provide your SES appointment SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action), and an SF-50 showing current career SES status or career SES reinstatement eligibility. SES CANDIDATE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (SESCDP) GRADUATES: Verification of successful completion of an OPM-approved SESCDP and OPM SES QRB certification. CURRENT FEDERAL CIVIL SERVICE EMPLOYEE: Must provide a copy of your Notification of Personnel Action, Standard Form 50 (SF-50) or equivalent personnel action form reflecting you are a current Federal Civil Service employee. STRONGLY RECOMMENDED: Most recent performance evaluation.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete this application and submit any required documents specified in the Required Documents section and submit by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select and upload your résumé and/or other required documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the "Include Personal Information" section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded, (i.e., resume and other required documents) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail. Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed, and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages. 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)"