Director, Office of Indian Gaming

Summary

Department of the Interior structures its Senior Executive Service (SES) positions into categories to determine the minimum pay for each position. This is a category 4 position. The minimum pay for this position is $186,207. Pay is set based on consideration of the selectee's current salary and other factors. This position is subject to Indian Preference. Veterans preference does not apply to the SES.

Duties

The position is located in the Assistant Secretary-Indian Affairs (ASIA) at the Department of the Interior (Department) and reports to the the Deputy Assistant Secretary - Management. The incumbent carries out the following specific responsibilities: Effectively carries out the functions necessary for developing policies and procedures concerning all aspects of the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act and for direction/oversight of the implementation of all provisions of the Act. Provides executive direction for all of Indian Affairs national Indian gaming programmatic initiatives, policies, practices, and operational guidance. Defines needs and requirements and creates solutions to implement, develop, and sustain policies, programs, and activities related to Indian gaming in compliance with the Act and other related laws. Provides direction and supervision to Indian gaming supervisors in the Bureau. Provides programmatic leadership to tribal leaders and tribal councils on gaming-related activities. Serves as advisor to the Assistant Secretary on the full range of Indian gaming issues, including, but not limited to, tribal/state compacts, per capita distributions of gaming revenues, and requests to take land into trust for the purpose of conducting gaming. Ensures definitive review of these and other complex and interrelated gaming issues and provides resolution for final approval of the Assistant Secretary. Represents the Deputy Assistant Secretary, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary, and the Assistant Secretary on all Indian gaming matters and serves as Indian Affairs primary contact within and outside the Department on such matters. Maintains necessary liaison with Congress, OMB, GAO, Department of the Treasury, National Indian Gaming Commission, other government agencies, state and local governments, national and international groups, and Indian Tribes. Ensures proactive coordination/communication on emerging issues and keeps Indian Affairs senior management closely informed of matters of concern such as Congressional inquiries, developments related to other Federal components, state concerns, and tribal issues. Develops and maintains relations throughout the gaming arena to identify matters of mutual concern and to pursue mutually productive courses of action. If your resume does not include these basic qualifications, you will not be determined qualified for this position. We recommend that your resume includes examples that are clear, concise, and emphasize their level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of the programs, activities, or services managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues addressed; and the results of actions taken.

Qualifications

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin. To meet the minimum qualifications, you must submit a two-page resume (max) that shows you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and two Technical Qualifications (TQs). To be considered, only the first 2 pages of your resume will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. Technical Qualifications (TQs) are designed to assess an applicant's experience relevant to the specific position requirements. Your resume should clearly demonstrate your experience and accomplishments related to the two TQs below: TQ 1: Demonstrated executive level expertise of the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act and related Federal laws, with experience developing, implementing, and overseeing national policies, procedures, and program operations governing Indian gaming, ensuring compliance across diverse Tribal, state, and Federal stakeholders. Proven ability to provide authoritative guidance on complex gaming issues-including interpretation and assessment of proposed legislation, tribal-state compacts, land-into-trust decisions for gaming, and per capita distribution reviews-and demonstrated experience delivering clear, actionable recommendations to senior leadership. TQ 2: Proven ability to lead and manage a nationwide Federal program affecting hundreds of Tribal governments and other external partners. Demonstrated experience providing executive direction to staff across headquarters and field offices, including supervising senior program managers and ensuring the effective allocation of resources, human capital development, and long-range strategic planning. Skilled in maintaining proactive collaboration with Congress, OMB, GAO, the Department of the Treasury, the National Indian Gaming Commission, state and local governments, and Tribal governments to address emerging issues and advance mutually productive solutions. Demonstrated ability to represent senior leadership and serve as the primary departmental liaison on sensitive, high-visibility Indian gaming matters. ECQ 1-Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding: Demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people. ECQ 2 - Driving Efficiency: Demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3 - Merit and Competence: Demonstrated knowledge, ability, and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4 - Leading People: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ECQ 5 - Achieving Results: Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Qualifications will be evaluated based on how clearly and concisely you emphasize your level of responsibilities, the scope and complexity of your programs; services managed; program accomplishments; policy initiatives undertaken; level of contacts; the sensitivity and criticality of the issues addressed; and the results of your actions taken. Typically, experience will have been gained at the GS-15 or equivalent in the private sector or non-governmental organizations. Already SES Certified? If you are currently serving under a career Senior Executive Service appointment, are eligible for reinstatement into the Senior Executive Service, or have completed a Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Program (SES CDP) approved by OPM, you only need to submit a two-page resume and personnel action showing you have held a career SES position. SES CDP graduates must submit a two-page resume and a copy of their CDP program certification with their package..

Education

There is no educational requirement for this position.