Deputy Director

4 weeks ago

Washington DC, United States USAJobs Full time
Duties

A primary purpose of this Office is to detect, identify and prevent market manipulation other trading abuses, misuses of material nonpublic information, and other manipulative or fraudulent activities that could lead to market disruptions, undermine market integrity, and harm customers and other market participants.

As the Deputy Director, you will be responsible for managing key programs, advising the Director of the Division and the Commission on policy-making as necessary and collaborating across organizational lines on Division-wide and agency-wide issues. You will have Division wide responsibility for ensuring consistency and problem solving in the Division's data analytics. Additionally you will;
Work closely with the Division Director and provide technical advice and guidance to ensure programmatic commitment to innovative approaches in accomplishing the work of the CFTC. Explore and develop ideas, evaluate problems and implement courses of action in areas, most of which are unprecedented or where precedent and past practice do not serve emerging needs. Conduct active and forensic surveillance to protect market integrity and to detect and refer potential violations of Commission laws, rules and regulations involving commodities, futures, swaps and derivatives trading. This work may also encompass related management of Division wide data analysis techniques and work, and Division specific tool development and utilization to detect and analyze potential trading abuses and other violations of the Commodity Exchange Act. Oversee the day-to-day administration of the activities and functions of the Office which includes proactive detection of potential violations, data analysis with respect to ongoing inquiries and investigations, and providing expert advice and guidance to litigation teams. Develop appropriate long-range and short-range plans, coordinate actions taken by the Office with other Commission divisions and offices, and ensure that division and Commission policies are applied consistently within the Office. Evaluate effectiveness and efficiency relating to the Division's use of data analytics across the Division and oversee and manage data analysis, tool development and tool deployment across and within the Division of Enforcement. Serve as the primary economic and data analytics advisor to the Director concerning the programmatic work of the Office, including advising whether certain market activity or conduct warrants investigation and prosecution by the Division, advising on the data analytic needs of the Division, and advising the Director on prioritization of the work of the Office, and the individual sections. Conduct surveillance briefings on significant market events and serve as a principal technical advisor to the Commission on pertinent market developments and potential problems. Serve as the primary liaison with the other divisions and offices of the Commission, and in particularly work closely with the Division of Data on data analytics issues and development of tools, as well as, with the Division of Market Oversight and the Office of the Chief Economist with respect to issues relating to regulated exchanges and reporting and in the economic analysis of financial and physical commodity markets and referral of matters to the Division. Evaluate issues relating to Office activities and functions, develop appropriate changes in the Office's or Division's procedures or the Commission's approach to surveillance, forensic analysis, and data analytic tool development and utilization to keep in step with new derivatives trading, relevant spot market developments, and industry practices. Participate in the DOE's review of any proposed legislation and rulemaking related to oversight of regulated exchanges and trading platforms to identify the possible effects of such rulemaking and legislation upon the surveillance program, forensic analysis, and data analytics tool development and detection. Maintain effective relationships with the regulated industry, other agencies, market participants, members of Congress, and other interested parties, as necessary and appropriate. Assist the Director in establishing and evaluating the Division's goals, and the progress made toward achieving them, and recommend and implement policies and procedures directed toward improving the Division's efficiency and effectiveness. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias. In partnership with the Office of Minority and Women Inclusion and the Human Resources Branch, the Deputy Director supports CFTC leadership in ensuring equitable experiences, strengthening inclusion acumen, and promoting a culture of inclusivity and belonging that embraces the contributions of all team members.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

U.S. Citizenship Background/Security Investigation Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered for Selective Service

Your resume must include information that emphasizes progressive leadership responsibilities for positions held to include the scope and complexity, program accomplishments, and results of executive actions taken. Additionally, the resume must include information that addresses how your qualifications relate to the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) and the Executive Competencies.

NOTE: EACH MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION and EXECUTIVE COMPETENCY must be addressed separately in a supplemental narrative statement. Narrative statements should not exceed one page per qualification/competency (7 pages maximum).

Qualifications

To qualify for the CT-16, you must possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the CT/GS-15 level in the Federal service, or comparable experience gained outside federal service.

Specialized Experience is defined as that through which one has gained an in-depth knowledge of market and trade practice surveillance activities of the derivatives markets or related financial markets, sufficient to evaluate market manipulation, events, and other trading abuses that could lead to market disruptions and/or undermine the integrity of the derivatives markets.

Must demonstrate the ability to perform at an Executive Level - see competencies below

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, 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.

Mandatory Technical Qualifications

In-depth knowledge of the daily market and trade practice surveillance activities of the derivatives industry, so as to detect potential manipulative or fraudulent trading abuses.

In-depth knowledge of data analytics tool development and detection techniques, sufficient to perform forensic analysis, monitor and detect anomalies and/or evaluate market events.

Ability to develop appropriate long-range and short-range plans to detect, identify, analyze and prevent market manipulation and other trading abuses that could lead to market disruptions or undermine the integrity of the derivatives markets.

Executive Competencies

1. Leading the Organization - Develops and implements an organizational vision that integrates program goals, priorities, and values. Assesses and adjusts to changing situations, and implements innovative solutions to make organizational improvements. Strategically formulates objectives and priorities and implements plans consistent with the organization mission.

2. Leading Others - Provides clear direction and ensures accountability; inspires others; provides constructive feedback; encourages and fosters an environment that supports diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities. Demonstrates collaborative and cooperative approach. Develops and manages workforce based on staffing needs and budget.

3. Leading Self - Understands personal strengths and weaknesses and objectively views their behavior. Seeks and accepts constructive feedback and adapts personal leadership style/strategies as needed to most effectively build trust and lead their division.

4. Business Results - Ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Makes decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. Forms and communicates a vision and priorities. Develops and executes plans that achieve outcomes for the organization.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Relocation. Relocation expenses will not be paid.

Probationary Period. One year managerial/supervisory period may be required.

EEO Policy Statement. The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.

Reasonable Accommodation. Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

The law prohibits public officials from appointing, promoting, or recommending their relatives. The law prohibits requesting, making, transmitting, accepting, or considering political recommendations for employment or other personnel actions for non-political positions. This includes recommendations from Members of Congress, Congressional employees, elected state or local officials, and political party officials and any recommendation based on party affiliation.

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