Chief of Staff

The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management (OASAM) provides the infrastructure and support that enables the U.S. Department of Labor to perform its mission. OASAM provides leadership and support for information technology, human resources management, procurement, business operations, safety and health, space management, civil rights, emergency management, security, budget, and performance.

As the Chief of Staff in the Office of Human Resources (OHR), the primary purpose of this position is to perform senior level analytical, advisory, and coordination functions that support the Chief Human Capital Officer (CHCO) by driving strategic alignment, ensuring effective execution of priorities, and overseeing complex cross-directorate initiatives and operational activities. The incumbent is responsible for performing duties that include, but are not limited to, the following: Establishes high level administrative guidelines, standards, and protocols for Office of Human Resources (OHR) and provides authoritative administration, advice, guidance, and assistance to the Chief Human Capital Officer (CHCO). Provides leadership and guidance in the conduct of special long and short-range management studies or projects of major concern to the CHCO. Provides direction to the CHCO and senior staff on matters where the CHCO has delegated responsibility. Develops position and policy statements for use by the CHCO and other OASAM officials in Congressional hearings and other executive-level meetings. Provides expert consultation and managerial assistance to OHR Division Chiefs and other top DOL officials. Evaluates organizational effectiveness and structure including workload and staffing analyses, communication flow, position morale, productivity and working relationships, and recommends appropriate changes in organizational structure, functions and/or delegations of authority for the OHR. Ensures the organization's strategic plans, mission, vision, and values are communicated and integrated into OHR Divisions strategies, goals, and objectives. Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates; makes assignments based on capability and expertise; evaluates performance; gives advice or instruction to subordinates on work and administrative matters ensuring staff comply with guidance, regulations, and the unit's goals and communicates updates, objectives, and results with subordinates. Responsible for the technical and administrative supervision of staff administrative work to carry out the mission of the organization. This also requires managing work through a subordinate supervisor. Provides advice and guidance on problems, program responsibilities, projects or studies. Continuously benchmarks operations to assess the efficiency and effectiveness of the services provided by the unit. Monitors the progress of work and, when necessary, adjusts to facilitate productivity and/or timeliness.

There is no substitute of education for specialized experience to qualify for this grade level.