Senior Advisor

Environmental Protection Agency•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is in the EPA Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention (OCSPP), Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics, Chemical Information, Prioritization and Toxic Release Inventory Division (CIPTD). It is office-centered and requires regular physical reporting to one of the duty stations stated in the announcement; the location will be determined after selection. The Senior Advisor formulates and influences policy related to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), Toxic Release Inventory (TRI), and Pollution Prevention (P2). The role oversees data collection and evaluation for key programs, assesses program effectiveness and efficiency, and works across EPA to develop and advance program opportunities, strategic directions, and implementation. The position reviews organizational effectiveness and operational impact, recommends program improvements and staff and resource allocations for senior leaders, and advises on program development and operational issues. It evaluates complex legislation and environmental regulations, anticipates policy questions, presents options to policymakers, and provides decision makers with authoritative information and analyses about statutory programs of public and Congressional interest. The Senior Advisor also reviews reports for validity and compliance, conducts program reviews and special studies, manages projects, coordinates with internal and external organizations, and develops positions and policy on complex issues with little established precedent. Less than 25% of work time is spent on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements.

Requirements

One year of full-time specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-14 level, including leading or coordinating multi-divisional policy initiatives and/or program projects; advising senior leadership on program actions and strategic direction; and developing and presenting recommendations on issues involving scientific analyses and statutory and regulatory requirements to multiple audiences, including senior leaders.
Meet time-in-grade requirements no later than 30 calendar days after the announcement closing date.
Meet the position's High Risk background investigation requirements and all conditions of the pre-employment security process before an official employment letter can be issued.
Complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure form within 30 days of the first day of employment and annually thereafter if selected.
Demonstrate competencies including Planning and Evaluating, Program/Project Management/Evaluation, Information Management, Performance Measurement, Policy Planning and Execution, Teamwork, Stakeholder Management, Budget and Cost Management, Human Capital Management, Strategic Thinking, Negotiation, Leadership, Adaptability, and Technical Competence.

Responsibilities

Formulate and influence TSCA, TRI, and P2 policy.
Oversee data collection and evaluation for key programs to assess effectiveness and efficiency.
Work across EPA to develop and advance CIPTD program opportunities, strategic directions, and implementation.
Review organizational effectiveness and operational impact; recommend program improvements and staff and resource allocations for senior leaders.
Advise and consult on program development and operational issues.
Evaluate complex legislation and environmental regulations, anticipate policy questions, and organize and present options to policymakers.
Evaluate statutory programs of public and Congressional interest and provide decision makers with authoritative information and analyses.
Review reports for validity and compliance and conduct program reviews to identify needs and resource adjustments.
Perform special studies addressing deadlines, process improvements, and cross-office coordination.
Direct and manage projects, advise on courses of action, and coordinate with internal and external organizations.
Develop positions and policy on complex issues with little established precedent.
Spend less than 25% of work time on contracts, grants/cooperative agreements, and/or interagency agreements.