Director, Office of Executive Protection

Director, Office of Executive Protection

Department: Department of Energy

Location(s): Washington, District of Columbia

Salary Range: $199172 - $228000 Per Year

Job Summary: The Department of Energy (DOE) seeks a seasoned executive to serve as the Director, Office of Executive Protection. The incumbent will lead a comprehensive program to protect the Secretary of Energy and other designated dignitaries from a full spectrum of threats. The role involves managing protective operations, directing criminal investigations, and ensuring leadership continuity during emergencies. This executive position demands leadership and extensive investigative and security expertise.

Major Duties:

• Step into a pivotal leadership role at the heart of national security. The Department of Energy (DOE) is seeking a distinguished and decisive executive to serve as the Special-Agent-in-Charge and Director of the Office of Executive Protection. This critical position offers the opportunity to lead and command elite protective operations for the Secretary of Energy, other senior officials, and designated dignitaries. You will be responsible for shielding the nation's top energy leadership from a complex spectrum of threats, directing sensitive investigations, and ensuring the continuity of government in times of crisis, thereby making a direct and vital contribution to the security of the United States. Duties Include: Lead Executive Protection Operations: Direct and manage all protective operations for the Secretary of Energy, Deputy Secretary of Energy, and other designated senior officials and dignitaries against criminal and terrorist threats. Direct Complex Criminal Investigations: Plan, coordinate, and lead sensitive and highly complex criminal investigations into threats, espionage, and other violations of federal law, including the Atomic Energy Act. Manage Protective Intelligence: Act on intelligence regarding threats against senior officials, oversee threat assessments, and initiate inquiries into potential security violations. Ensure Continuity of Government: Support Federal Enduring Constitutional Government (ECG) and Continuity of Government (COG) programs by ensuring the safety and availability of Departmental leadership during and after emergencies. Strategic Planning and Leadership: As a key member of the senior leadership team, frame strategic plans, set internal control standards, and direct the organizational activities, staffing, and policies of the Office of Executive Protection. Interagency and Jurisdictional Collaboration: Act as the primary liaison with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, including the FBI and DOJ, and direct multi-agency joint task forces when required. Expert Testimony and Legal Proficiency: Serve as an expert witness in legal proceedings and maintain proficiency in laws and requirements related to arrest, search and seizure, and the use of force. Firearms and Tactical Proficiency: Maintain expert proficiency in the use of firearms, defensive tactics, and emergency response, employing the "use of force" paradigm as required. Resource and Program Management: Determine financial and personnel needs, manage logistical and operational aspects of the office's programs, and ensure the recruitment of technical experts to maintain operational success. High-Level Representation: Represent the Department and provide leadership in dealings with high-level officials across government, industry leaders, and Congress on matters of executive protection and security. If you are a decisive leader with a deep commitment to national security and the specialized expertise to command critical protective missions, we encourage you to pursue this opportunity to lead at the highest levels of the Department of Energy.

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. This position requires the incumbent to carry a firearm while performing duties and maintain firearm proficiency and successfully pass periodic firearm qualifications. Any person who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence cannot lawfully possess a firearm or ammunition in accordance with 18 USC 922 (Lautenberg Amendment). Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence are not eligible for employment. To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) 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. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications. TQ 1: Expert knowledge of protective intelligence and threat management, applying risk-informed methodologies to determine protective postures and mitigation strategies consistent with executive protection policy and legal authorities. TQ 2: Expertise managing dignitary protection programs, including domestic and international movements, site visits, and high-visibility events. 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.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, you must complete this application and submit any required documents specified in the Required Documents section and submit by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select and upload your résumé and/or other required documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the "Include Personal Information" section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and uploaded, (i.e., resume and other required documents) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail. Due to security processes, mail delivery takes approximately 2-3 weeks to process at which time the vacancy announcement will be closed, and no further consideration will be given to additional application packages.

Application Deadline: 2026-03-20