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Peace Corps

Director of Recruitment, FP-0340-1

Announcement Number:	DPC13-A0073-CC	Application Deadline:	04/10/2013
Locations:	Washington, Dist of Columbia	Open Date:	04/03/2013
Salary Range:	Min: 123758.0 - Max: 155500.0	Location Notes:
Pay Schedule:	Annual	Who May Apply:	US Citizens
Time Limit:	Term	Promotion Potential:	1
Number of Vacancies:	1	Work Schedule:	Full Time

Agency Marketing Statement:

Ten Reasons to Work for Peace Corps! -- (1) Voted in the top 4 "Best Places to Work in the Federal Government" for small agencies in 2012, (2) the Peace Corps has a unique global mission. (3) Benefits include higher salary caps than the Federal standard with (4) quicker step increases. (5) Peace Corps employees earn non-competitive eligibility after 3 years of service and (6) have the chance to be selected for an annual Leadership Development Academy. (7) The working environment is highly flexible with alternative schedules, credit hours, teleworking. (8) There's a Distinguished Speaker Series, and (9) work-life programs including Metro and bicycle subsidies. (10) Peace Corps has a vibrant "Community" atmosphere; established through President Kennedy's call to service; the Peace Corps asks applicants "what you can do for your country" . . . and the world.
<b>Ten Reasons to Work for Peace Corps!</b> -- (1) Voted in the top 4 "Best Places to Work in the Federal Government" for small agencies in 2012, (2) the Peace Corps has a unique global mission. (3) Benefits include higher salary caps than the Federal standard with (4) quicker step increases. (5) Peace Corps employees earn non-competitive eligibility after 3 years of service and (6) have the chance to be selected for an annual Leadership Development Academy. (7) The working environment is highly flexible with alternative schedules, credit hours, teleworking. (8) There's a Distinguished Speaker Series, and (9) work-life programs including Metro and bicycle subsidies. (10) Peace Corps has a vibrant "Community" atmosphere; established through President Kennedy's call to service; the Peace Corps asks applicants "what you can do for your country" . . . and the world.

Notes:

PRIOR INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITY OR RELATED WORK: Individuals who have been engaged in certain intelligence activity or related work or who have been employed by or connected with an intelligence agency are ineligible for employment with Peace Corps. Acceptance of employment with Peace Corps precludes employment by certain intelligence organizations for a specific period of time, determined by the employing agency, after Peace Corps employment ceases. APPLICANTS WITH CIA CONNECTIONS. CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO PROCEED.
This is an Excepted Service Appointment. Initial appointments to the Peace Corps normally are for 60 months. Employees are paid on the Foreign Service pay scale and receive the same benefits as other Federal employees. A background security investigation will be required for all hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.

Qualified internal applicants will receive first consideration.

If you are a current Peace Corps employee, you must select "I am a federal civilian employee" in the Eligibilities section of the application. You must also select "Peace Corps" as your Employer Name. An incorrect response may result in your being found ineligible for this vacancy.

This position is located in the Office of Volunteer Recruitment and Selection (VRS) at Peace Corps headquarters in Washington, DC. The Director of Recruitment is the principal program development and implementation director and policy advisor to the Associate Director (AD) of VRS through the Chief of Operations (CHOPS) on all matters pertaining to recruitment. The incumbent oversees the recruitment process from outreach through applicant screening and nomination.

The Office of Recruitment includes all Regional Recruiting Offices and the headquarters-based Office of Diversity and National Outreach Unit.
This is an Excepted Service Appointment. Initial appointments to the Peace Corps normally are for 60 months. Employees are paid on the Foreign Service pay scale and receive the same benefits as other Federal employees. A background security investigation will be required for all hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination. Qualified internal applicants will receive first consideration. If you are a current Peace Corps employee, you must select "I am a federal civilian employee" in the Eligibilities section of the application. You must also select "Peace Corps" as your Employer Name. An incorrect response may result in your being found ineligible for this vacancy. This position is located in the Office of Volunteer Recruitment and Selection (VRS) at Peace Corps headquarters in Washington, DC. The Director of Recruitment is the principal program development and implementation director and policy advisor to the Associate Director (AD) of VRS through the Chief of Operations (CHOPS) on all matters pertaining to recruitment. The incumbent oversees the recruitment process from outreach through applicant screening and nomination. The Office of Recruitment includes all Regional Recruiting Offices and the headquarters-based Office of Diversity and National Outreach Unit.

Duties:

Leads VRS' recruitment efforts to develop, implement and monitor strategies and projects designed to reach and actively engage target audiences. Directs the collection and synthesis of the most recent demographic research and trends affecting multiple generations to create and deliver specific messages and manage candidate expectations of service. Recommends the investigation and integration of cutting edge, innovative technologies, such as social media, for culturally appropriate outreach strategies, messaging and prospect interaction for the recruitment of Peace Corps applicants in support of a dynamic, global environment. Works with selected committees, the Office of General Counsel and the Office of the Chief Information Officer to evaluate program initiatives and acquire timely approval for application of new technologies and implementation of strategies as needed.

Reviews and develops new or proposed recruitment and placement policies, procedures, and guidelines for agency-wide usedevelops new or proposed recruitment and placement policies, procedures, and guidelines for agency-wide use . Develops the recruitment component of PC strategies and plans to deal with significant staffing initiatives, such as reorganizations and changes in mission.

Participates in, coordinates, and/or manages agency programs and projects.
Leads VRS' recruitment efforts to develop, implement and monitor strategies and projects designed to reach and actively engage target audiences. Directs the collection and synthesis of the most recent demographic research and trends affecting multiple generations to create and deliver specific messages and manage candidate expectations of service. Recommends the investigation and integration of cutting edge, innovative technologies, such as social media, for culturally appropriate outreach strategies, messaging and prospect interaction for the recruitment of Peace Corps applicants in support of a dynamic, global environment. Works with selected committees, the Office of General Counsel and the Office of the Chief Information Officer to evaluate program initiatives and acquire timely approval for application of new technologies and implementation of strategies as needed. Reviews and develops new or proposed recruitment and placement policies, procedures, and guidelines for agency-wide usedevelops new or proposed recruitment and placement policies, procedures, and guidelines for agency-wide use . Develops the recruitment component of PC strategies and plans to deal with significant staffing initiatives, such as reorganizations and changes in mission. Participates in, coordinates, and/or manages agency programs and projects.
Advises AD/VRS and CHOPS on effective engagement strategies, in alignment with recruiting goals, with leaders of state and local governments; federal agencies; public and private sector groups; news media; and other parties interested in furthering the mission of Peace Corps. Creates opportunities for AD/VRS to build partnerships, make presentations and present speeches promoting Peace Corps recruitment objectives. Upon request acts for the Associate Director in performing these duties.

Performs the administrative and human resource management functions relative to the staff supervised. Plans, schedules, and assigns work to subordinates. Establishes guidelines and performance expectations for staff members; provides feedback and periodically evaluates employee performance. Provides advice, counsel, and/or instruction to staff members. Recommends or approves appointments, selections, or reassignments to positions appropriate to the selection authority delegated. Effects disciplinary measures as appropriate to the authority delegated in this area. Carries out Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and program activities.
Advises AD/VRS and CHOPS on effective engagement strategies, in alignment with recruiting goals, with leaders of state and local governments; federal agencies; public and private sector groups; news media; and other parties interested in furthering the mission of Peace Corps. Creates opportunities for AD/VRS to build partnerships, make presentations and present speeches promoting Peace Corps recruitment objectives. Upon request acts for the Associate Director in performing these duties. Performs the administrative and human resource management functions relative to the staff supervised. Plans, schedules, and assigns work to subordinates. Establishes guidelines and performance expectations for staff members; provides feedback and periodically evaluates employee performance. Provides advice, counsel, and/or instruction to staff members. Recommends or approves appointments, selections, or reassignments to positions appropriate to the selection authority delegated. Effects disciplinary measures as appropriate to the authority delegated in this area. Carries out Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and program activities.
Performs program analyses and develops recruitment and placement policies, standards, and regulations.
Performs program analyses and develops recruitment and placement policies, standards, and regulations.