Summary The position reports directly to the Chief Engineer, in the Office of the Deputy Commissioner of Operations, at the Bureau of Reclamation, and is located in Denver, Colorado. The minimum pay for this position is $147,649. Pay is set based on consideration of the selectee's current salary and other factors. Pay is set based on consideration of the selectee's current salary and other factors. This position is eligible for tele-work based on supervisory approval. Responsibilities As a basic requirement, applicants must demonstrate progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior level managerial capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) below. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the GS-14/15 grade level in the Federal service or its equivalent with state or local government, the private sector, or nongovernmental organizations. Failure to meet basic qualification requirements and all mandatory technical qualifications listed automatically disqualifies an applicant. Specific Duties The Senior Advisor, Hydropower/Electric Reliability Compliance Officer is located in the Bureau of Reclamation at the Department of the Interior (Department) and reports to the Chief Engineer. The incumbent will be responsible for serving as the lead on intergovernmental initiatives/regulatory requirements associated with hydropower generation and delivery. The incumbent carries out the following specific responsibilities: 1. Responsible for Reclamation's overall compliance with Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Mandatory Bulk Electric System Reliability Standard (MBESRS). 2. Responsible for providing strategic vision, direction, and priorities related to policy issues for the hydropower function. 3. Responsible for providing objective counsel to Reclamation's Senior Executives and Department of the Interior officials on long-term intergovernmental initiatives affecting hydropower activities for Reclamation. 4. Serves as Reclamation's primary lead to external and intergovernmental groups addressing initiatives associated with hydropower generation. 5. Coordinates with and serves on the executive boards of local, regional, and national compliance organizations including but not limited to FERC, North American Electric Reliability Council, Western Electricity Coordinating Council, Regional Reliability Council(s), etc., as appropriate. 6. Serves as an authoritative resource to regional directors or their designated representatives on matters pertaining to electric power, including contracting, delivery, restrictions, settlements, funding agreements, or other related matters. 7. Develops budget strategies on behalf of the Commissioner to address Reclamation's overall power function needs and requirement and provides recommendations related to appropriate courses of action. 8. Leads strategic planning activities in the hydropower arena on behalf of Reclamation. 9. Organizes and/or provides oversight for the completion of special assignments and projects related to the hydropower function which may include decisions affecting not only Reclamation, but the Army Corps, TVA, BPA, and Western, and other agencies. Applicants who meet all the mandatory technical qualifications will be evaluated by a panel to determine the degree to which they possess each of the listed qualifications. This evaluation will determine which applicants are best qualified. Total background, including experience, education, awards, self-development, and training will be reviewed. This information will be obtained from the application package, including the required narrative statements for the technical qualifications described in this vacancy. If your resume does not include these basic qualifications, you will not be determined qualified for this position. We recommend that your resume includes examples that are clear, concise, and emphasize their level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of the programs, activities, or services managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues addressed; and the results of actions taken. Requirements Conditions of Employment As a basic requirement, applicants must demonstrate progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior level managerial capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under Mandatory Technical Qualifications below. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the GS-14/15 grade level in the Federal service or its equivalent with state or local government, the private sector, or nongovernmental organizations. Failure to meet basic qualification requirements and all mandatory technical qualifications listed automatically disqualifies an applicant. Conditions Of Employment Must possess the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance level for this position. Ability to pass pre or post-employment drug screens (if applicable based on clearance level). You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position. Participation in direct deposit is required. Qualifications Applicants who meet all the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (i.e., MTQ's) will be evaluated by a panel to determine the degree to which they possess each of the listed qualifications. This evaluation will determine which applicants are best qualified. Total background, including experience, education, awards, self-development, and training will be reviewed. This information will be obtained from the application package, including the required Mandatory Technical Qualification narrative statement(s) described above and listed below: 1. Expert knowledge of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Mandatory Bulk Electric System Reliability Standard (MBESRS) and the physical-, personnel-, and cyber-focused MBESRS specifically. 2. Demonstrated ability to advise leadership and lead teams in the development and implementation of long-term intergovernmental initiatives affecting hydropower activities for Reclamation. 3. Demonstrated ability in providing oversight, strategic direction, and broad vision to assist with timely and effective decisions related to implementation and evaluation of hydropower focused programs. Education No positive education is required for this position. Additional Information The applicant selected for this position will be required to file a Financial Disclosure Report, SF-278, and the supplemental form, Confidential Statement of Employment and Financial Interest, DI-278. All forms must be filed within 30 days after the selection for this position. The sensitivity level of the position requires completion of a successful background investigation of the selectee. Prior to appointment, applicants tentatively selected for this position may be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use. The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, martial status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor. Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring authority directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Privacy Act - Privacy Act Notice (P.L. 93-579): The information requested here is used to determine qualifications for employment and is authorized under Title 5 U.S.C. 3302 and 3361. Selective Service - 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 under the Selective Service Law. Effective January 1, 2010, OPM must authorize any employment offers we make to current or former (within the last 5 years) political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employees in the executive branch. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, or Non-career SES employee in the executive branch, you must disclose that to the Human Resources Office. If applicable, travel and relocation expenses will be paid consistent with the Federal Travel Regulations and Departmental policy. Click here for general eligibility for a permanent change of station (PCS) move. Click here for Federal Travel Regulations PCS information. To view FAQ regarding PCS click here. If applicable, in accordance with Executive Order 12564, and under the Department's Drug Free Workplace Program: Applicant(s) tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use and to pass the test prior to appointment. In addition, this position is subject to random testing for illegal drug use. 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.
