Assistant Director for Management & Administration

$163,964 - $191,900/Yr

United States Department of Justice - Washington, DC

Part-time,Full-time - Senior

Onsite - Washington, DC

Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities

About the position

The Assistant Director for Management & Administration at the Department of Justice's Office of International Affairs (OIA) plays a crucial role in overseeing the management and administrative functions of the office. This position involves implementing office-wide strategies, leading process improvement initiatives, and providing guidance on human capital strategies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in high-level administration and will be responsible for enhancing organizational effectiveness and efficiency while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior advisor for the implementation of organizational change efforts.
• Direct Lean Six Sigma-based process improvement efforts to increase productivity and eliminate inefficiencies.
• Analyze the potential effects of new legislation and develop plans for effective office operations.
• Provide advice and counsel to the Director and Deputy Directors on human capital strategy and hiring efforts.
• Establish and lead data analytics efforts to produce performance metrics tools for decision-making.
• Supervise the OIA Docketing Unit and manage all related processes.
• Oversee the preparation of programmatic and administrative budgets and resource allocations.
• Maintain liaison with senior officials regarding various administrative functions.
• Mentor and develop first line supervisors and support staff to build a strong team.
• Draft and revise talking points for senior leadership and represent OIA in various initiatives.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must undergo a pre-employment security investigation.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-14 level, including evaluating and updating administrative processes and overseeing human resources activities.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work with senior executives and government officials.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave.