Senior Management Analyst (Quality Control)

Summary
The incumbent serves as a Senior Management Analyst (Quality Control) with primary responsibility for conducting Quality Control (QC) reviews of examination-related work products prior to their submission for executive review and approval. The incumbent's duty station is Washington, D.C.
This job is open to

• Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
  Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
• Federal employees - Competitive service
  Current or former competitive service federal employees.
• Individuals with disabilities
• Military spouses
• Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista
• Special authorities
  Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed above, but defined in the federal hiring regulations.
• Veterans

Clarification from the agency
Status Candidates (Merit Promotion and VEOA Eligibles) and those eligible for other hiring authorities.
Duties
Office of Enterprise Supervision Operations
OESO is responsible for providing support for the activities of all DER Offices and for promoting consistency, efficient business operations, and adherence to FHFA standards. OESO is responsible for development of Division-wide policies and procedures for program activities, for administration of DER's Quality Control program, and for coordination of DER responses to oversight entities, such as FHFA-OIG and GAO.
OESO is responsible for coordinating the development and delivery of training for FHFA supervision staff and administering the Housing Finance Examiner commission program. OESO also coordinates the annual FHFA Supervision Conference.
OESO is responsible for providing support for all business functions in DER, such as human capital management, budget formulation, financial management, contracts management, and administrative services. OESO coordinates work to ensure DER compliance with FHFA records management, information governance, and other policies.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
The Senior Management Analyst (QC) duties listed below are at the full performance level of the position (EL-14). Depending on the grade level selected, the incumbent will perform the following duties with varying levels of supervision and difficulty:

• Leads and/or participates in DER projects to ensure that supervisory initiatives are implemented in a manner that is consistent with DER's supervision program objectives.
• Represents the Quality Control Branch (QCB) in various DER committee and working group meetings involving the supervision of the Enterprises.
• Develops and maintains the written procedures, templates, and job aides that document the end-to-end QC review process.
• Conducts independent QC reviews of examination- and supervision-related work products and supporting documentation. Ensures that supervisory work products meet established criteria prior to submission to senior and executive management for review and approval. Documents the results of these reviews in accordance with DER guidance, protocols, and documented templates and job aids. Reviews results of QC work conducted by less senior QCB staff.
• Communicates QC matters to DER staff and management in accordance with established protocols. Escalates significant issues to QCB management. Actively collaborates with examiners, examination team management, and the Supervision Program and Development Branch.
• Identifies opportunities to improve the effectiveness of DER's supervision of the Enterprises by strengthening processes, enhancing guidance, and/or providing additional training to examiners. Tracks and analyzes the results of QC reviews. Prepares regular and ad-hoc reports summarizing the results of QC reviews and compliance with established operating procedures bulletins. Ensures that tracking and reporting capabilities facilitate this effort.
• Identifies opportunities to improve the effectiveness of relevant QC processes and DER's Supervision Program.
• Participates in DER projects to ensure that supervisory initiatives are implemented in a manner that is consistent with DER's supervision program objectives.

Requirements
Conditions of Employment

• Status Candidates (Merit Promotion and VEOA Eligibles) and those eligible for other hiring authorities.
• SF 50's are required with the exception of current FHFA employees. Please include one showing your tenure and competitive status. You will not be considered without this.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
• Status candidates must meet time-in-grade requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade level).
• Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation
• Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
• FHFA participates in e-Verify. All New hires must complete the I-9 Employment Verification form either on or before their first day of employment. If a discrepancy arises, you must take affirmative steps to resolve the matter.
• This position is eligible for inclusion in the bargaining unit. The union that represents employees in this position is the National Treasury Employees Union (NTEU) Local 343.
• This is NOT a remote position; you MUST live within or be willing to relocate within a commutable distance of the duty location.
• If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.

Qualifications
You may qualify for your desired series and grade level if you meet the following qualification requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Qualification EL-13: Applicants must have 52 weeks (one-year) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level as described below.
Experience: I qualify for the EL/GS-13 because I have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience at the EL/GS-12 or equivalent demonstrating work experience with the statements described below. Examples of specialized experience include:

1. Demonstrated work experience in reviewing technical reports, audit findings, or similar formal written products to ensure conformity with established criteria and guidance;
2. Demonstrated work experience developing and implementing procedures, templates, and job aids related to quality review process; AND
3. Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate discrepancies or revisions needed as a result of Quality Control review.

Minimum Qualification EL-14: Applicants must have 52 weeks (one-year) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level as described below.
Experience: I qualify for the EL/GS-14 because I have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience at the EL/GS-13 or equivalent demonstrating work experience with the statements described below. Examples of specialized experience include:

1. Extensive experience in conducing comprehensive Quality Control review of technical reports, audit findings, or similar formal written products to ensure conformity with established criteria and guidance;
2. Demonstrated work experience developing and implementing in-depth procedures, templates, and job aids related to quality review process; AND
3. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate discrepancies or revisions needed as a result of Quality Control review; AND
4. Proactive approach to professional development, staying abreast of evolving Quality Control review management practices, industry trends, and best practices.

Time-In-Grade: Current or former Federal government employees who have held an EL/GS position in the preceding 52 weeks, must meet the time-in-grade requirement.

• To be eligible for the EL-13 position, applicants must have served 52 weeks as an EL/GS-12 or higher in the Federal Service.
• To be eligible for the EL-14 position, applicants must have served 52 weeks as an EL/GS-13 or higher in the Federal Service.

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, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
An Overview of FHFA's Benefits for Fiscal Year 2023 provides a summary of benefits for the current fiscal year.
If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and are claiming 5-points veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Veterans.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
Career Transition Assistance Programs: These programs apply to employees who have been involuntarily separated from a Federal service position within the competitive service or Federal service employees whose positions have been deemed surplus or no longer needed. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 90 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. For more information visit: http://www.opm.gov/rif/employee_guides/career_transition.asp.
FHFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, disability (physical or mental), age (40 years of age or over), genetic information, parental status, marital status, prior protected EEO activity, political affiliation, or other non-merit factors.
REASONABLE ACCOMODATION:FHFA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, except when doing so would pose an undue hardship on the Agency. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify FHFA. The Agency's decision on granting a reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

• (202) 649-3984
• 7-1-1 TTY
• reasonableaccommodations@fhfa.gov

Ethics: FHFA employees are subject to government-wide ethical standards of conduct, financial disclosure requirements, and post-employment prohibitions. In addition, certain FHFA employees are prohibited from accepting compensation from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for a two-year period after terminating employment with FHFA. Furthermore, to avoid financial conflicts-of interest or the appearance of conflicts-of-interest, FHFA employees may need to divest or sell certain assets they, their spouse, or minor children own or control, including securities issued by Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, or the Federal Home Loan Banks. Employees who work on Federal Home Loan Bank issues may need to sell or divest financial interests with any of the Federal Home Loan Bank members, which may include stock in bank holding companies, insurance companies, and other financial services firms. Questions regarding these requirements and prohibitions should be directed to the Office of General Counsel at (202) 649-3088.

• Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be rated based on your responses to the job specific competencies documented within the questionnaire and assigned a score ranging from 70 to 100 points. The top ten candidates, and those tied for the tenth spot, will be referred for selection. All qualified non-competitive applicants will be referred.
Competencies:

• Analysis
• Attention to Detail
• Collaboration
• Writing

We recommend that you preview the online questions for this announcement before you start the application process. To preview the assessment questionnaire: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12360772
All of the information you provide will be verified by a review of the work experience and/or education as shown on your application forms, by checking references or through other means, such as the interview process. This verification could occur at any stage of the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for rating you ineligible.
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