DEPUTY ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR RISK REDUCTION

DEPUTY ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR FOR RISK REDUCTION

Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

Location(s): Bethesda, Maryland

Salary Range: $151661 - $228000 Per Year

Job Summary: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) seeks a dynamic leader to serve as the Deputy Assistant Executive Director for Risk Reduction (EXRR). This senior executive will advance CPSC's mission to protect the public from unreasonable risks of injury associated with consumer products by leading strategic initiatives in hazard detection, compliance support, and technological innovation.

Major Duties:

• This position is located in the Headquarters Office of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), Office of the Executive Director, Office of Risk Reduction (EXRR). In this role, the Deputy Assistant Executive Director (AED) for Risk Reduction will: Oversee injury data intake, integration, and dissemination to support risk analysis and hazard identification. Direct product safety assessments, regulated product testing, and hazard analyses in support of the Office of Compliance and Import Safety to ensure adherence to safety standards. Lead implementation of AI and ML technologies for hazard detection and mitigation; set strategic vision for adoption and workforce readiness. Promote advanced risk modeling tools, digital transformation, and cybersecurity initiatives. Provide leadership in regulatory and voluntary standards development, including international coordination. Represent EXRR in high-level meetings with government, industry, and global stakeholders. Establish and evaluate operational policies, allocate resources, and oversee performance management programs. Manage day-to-day operations through subordinate SES leaders, ensuring accountability and alignment with CPSC priorities.

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 qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Technical Qualifications (TQs) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position. There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Technical Qualifications (TQs). TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. Expertise in consumer product safety, risk reduction, and compliance oversight. Experience implementing advanced technologies (AI/ML, data analytics) in safety programs. Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives and manage complex, multi-disciplinary operations. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and TQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position. There are five ECQs: ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding – This core qualification requires a 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 -This core qualification involves the 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 - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the 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 - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Note: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB)) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES. A bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in chemistry, biology, or engineering is preferred.

How to Apply: A complete application package includes the following: your resume; your answers to the vacancy specific questions; AND the required supporting documentation. Your package must be complete and submitted in the manner specified in this section. Packages that are submitted in any other manner without prior approval from the agency point of contact will not be considered. You MUST apply on-line through USAJOBS. Your application must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on the closing date of this announcement. Uploaded resumes must include the following: applicant contact information and educational and professional background information including dates of employment and education, salary (and Federal grade level, if appropriate), and work schedule (i.e., FT/PT). Incomplete applications will not be considered and you will not be contacted to provide any missing information. To begin the application process, select the "Apply On-line" button to the right on this screen. Then follow the prompts to login/register, submit all required supplemental documents, and complete the application process. If you are having trouble with USAJOBS (searching for jobs, account password/profile issues, or Resume Builder): please visit the USAJOBS Help Center. If experiencing any difficulties with the online application process (anything after you have clicked the 'Continue to Agency Site' button): please email recruitapps@cpsc.gov between normal business hours (8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ET; except federal holidays). If receiving any kind of error message, please provide a screenshot or at a minimum, the error message text number.

Application Deadline: 2026-03-04