GS-1801-14 February 9, 1994
NOTE: THE SENTENCE IN PART I DESCRIBING THE PURPOSE OF THE
POSITION AND PARTS II AND III IN THEIR ENTIRETY ARE PERMANENT
PARTS OF THE LIBRARY AND MAY NOT BE CHANGED OR EDITED IN ANY WAY.
I. INTRODUCTION
This position is located in
The incumbent plans, manages and independently completes the
conduct of investigation/compliance cases, agreements and/or
monitoring programs based on the analysis of the data presented,
the preparation of recommendations on their disposition.
II. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Plans and manages major and continuing investigation/compliance
programs which involves high-priority cases which are central to
agency objectives; discharges complex investigative
responsibilities; develops and implements significant new program
strategies; analyzes key policy questions in the investigation/
compliance area and makes significant agency decisions, policy
recommendations and positions; and acts as agency authority and
spokesperson to other government agencies and foreign
counterparts.
III. FACTOR LEVELS
Factor 1 - Knowledge Required by the Position FL 1-8 1550 pts
Thorough knowledge of the U.S. laws, regulations, acts, executive
orders and agreements which govern the investigative and/or
compliance work for which the employee is responsible.
Expert knowledge of the theories, dynamics and factors underlying
investigation/compliance area to enable authoritative and
independent handling of programs and functions.
Expert knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and programs of
government agencies, private sector interests, and other involved
in the investigation/compliance area sufficient to guide and
coordinate external contributions to programs and services and to
disseminate information to concerned agencies.
Demonstrated ability to effectively and independently analyze and
communicate sound and authoritative recommendations on highly
complex and sensitive investigation/compliance issues/policies.
Knowledge sufficient to serve as recognized technical authority
in the investigation/compliance area and to serve as an
authoritative bureau spokesperson to outside organizations.
Strong communication skills sufficient to convince audiences
including outside agencies and private sector representatives
with divergent and conflicting views on issues involved.
Factor 2 - Supervisory Controls FL 2-5 650 pts
Work is assigned on a continuing basis, with the employee
independently responsible and accountable for planning, managing
and coordinating work necessary to meet program or functional
objectives. Within broad administrative and policy guidance the
employee defines and revises program approaches as judged
necessary, and establishes external work relationships with
public and private sector organizations to best serve assignment
objectives. Technically, work is accepted as authoritative;
completed assignments are considered in terms of resource
utilization and fulfillment of goals. The employee refers issues
of external conflict or political sensitivity for discussion and
consults the supervisor for availability of additional personnel
and/or funding.
Factor 3 - Guidelines FL 3-5 650 pts
Guidelines consist principally of government and agency policy
and priorities, relevant statutes and regulations, and
administrative and management policies and procedures. Such
guidance provides a broad framework within which the employee
plans and develops assigned functions and programs. The employee
works with considerable discretion and latitude in establishing
cooperative relationships with other federal agencies, and in
revising or developing guidelines and program procedures. Within
the scope of the assignment, the employee develops guidance to be
followed by others, and works as an authoritative agency expert
in the subject-matter or functional area.
Factor 4 - Complexity FL 4-5 325 pts
The incumbent must consider, assess and frequently reconcile
numerous and diverse variables and interests in developing
program approaches and positions. Issues faced require extensive
analysis, and decisions and recommendations reflect the need to
balance sensitive investigation/compliance information with
expert interpretation and analysis performed by the employee.
Factor 5 - Scope and Effect FL 5-5 325 pts
The purpose of the work is to plan, manage, and successfully
ensure that applicable U.S. laws, regulations, and agreements are
enforced. The employee impacts effectiveness of operations,
quality of government services, and relationships with
domestic/foreign businesses, and/or other agencies and
governments.
Factor 6 - Personal Contacts FL 6-4
Contacts extend to senior representatives of other agencies and
with top U.S./foreign business and industry executives, senior
state/local/foreign government officials, and to members of
congressional committees in unstructured situations where the
incumbent may be the sole organization representative.
Factor - 7 Purpose of Contacts FL 7-d 330 pts
Contacts are for the purpose of justifying and defending the
basis for decisions in particular cases and to participate in
high-level negotiations and discussions on assignments where
there are often participants with divergent points of view.
Exceptional tact, diplomacy, persuasion and negotiating skills
are required due to delicate private sector and domestic/foreign
relationships and/or sensitive regulatory,investigation or
compliance issues.
Factor - 8 Physical Demands FL 8-1 5 pts
Work is primarily sedentary.
Factor - 9 Work Environment FL 9-1 5 pts
The work is normally performed in a standard office setting.
Total: 3840 pts
Grade: GS-14