Deputy Associate Administrator for Shipbuilding and Industry Expansion

The Deputy Associate Administrator (AA) for Shipbuilding and Industry Expansion serves as a deputy to the Associate Administrator for Maritime Industry Support and Shipbuilding. The Deputy AA is responsible for the following areas: Office of New Shipbuilding, Office of Ship Acquisitions, Office of Technical Reviews, Office of Deep-Water Ports, and Office of Shipyards and Marine Engineering.

The Deputy AA for Shipping and Industry Expansion advises and consults with the Associate Administrator for Maritime Industry Support and Shipbuilding in recommending actions and the development of policies of far-reaching consequences with respect to the role of the Maritime Administration in maximizing all financial, grant and insurance Develops and execute policies, programs, and initiatives designed to support the nations maritime transportation system (e.g., shipbuilding, ship repair, waterways and ports development). As the DAA, you will: Represent the Maritime Administration (MARAD) in conferences, meetings, symposia, and interagency briefings related to US-flag commercial ships carrying cargo both nationally and internationally. Be responsible for serving as the liaison with other Federal Agencies responsible for supporting the Maritime Industry. Represent the Maritime Administration (MARAD) in conferences, meetings, symposia, and interagency briefings related to US-flag commercial ships carrying cargo both nationally and internationally. These briefings can be of a highly sensitive nature and involve matters of national security. Identify and implement management improvements, cost reductions, and enhanced efficiencies whenever possible. Establish and maintain effective system of internal controls in all financial programs, complying with relevant Federal standards and regulations.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you may be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance the organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Complete a one-year SES probationary period (unless already completed). Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx) SECURITY CLEARANCE: You may be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. WRITING SAMPLE: A writing sample may be required. DRUG TEST: This is a drug testing position. You will be required to complete a drug test upon entry of this position and are subjected to at random drug testing.