Supervisory Policy Analyst at Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) in Washington, DC

Summary

The Supervisory Policy Analyst is responsible for supervising and directing a team engaged in the analysis of housing finance policy, focusing on single-family residential matters. The incumbent will evaluate the policy implications of various proposals affecting the agency's functions and responsibilities, with an emphasis on compliance with office guidelines and internal processes. Additionally, the incumbent will oversee staff development and be an essential part of the OHRP management team.

Duties

Office of Housing and Regulatory Policy

The Office of Housing and Regulatory Policy (OHRP), part of the Division of Housing, Mission, and Goals, is responsible for analyzing and developing housing and regulatory policy for the Enterprises, pursuant to their statutory missions and congressional charters.

Major Duties & Responsibilities
This vacancy announcement will be used for a manager position in the Office of Housing and Regulatory Policy. The incumbent selected will perform the following duties:

Supervise and direct the team's work that focuses on evaluating and providing ongoing policy analysis across the mortgage lifecycle, including secondary market loan delivery requirements, servicing, and asset disposition.
Oversee areas of policy analysis may include underwriting and collateral standards; mortgage programs and products; business operations and processes; performing and delinquent loan management; and quality control.
Direct this team's work involving broad policy discussions related to the access and availability of affordable mortgage credit, prudent risk management and sustainable homeownership.
Oversee the development and publishing of management reports and dashboards.
Gather and review information on programs, policies, and activities, evaluates and assesses information gathered to draw conclusions and make recommendations.
Supervise and direct a staff responsible for the development, review and implementation of a wide range of legislative and regulatory policies.
Analyze, document, and recommend solutions for highly complex questions concerning regulations, policies, and other actions as they apply to FHFA and the Enterprises.
Resolve complex factual or policy issues requiring appropriate research and analysis.
Prepare or assist in the preparation of issues papers and recommendation documents.
Provide expert analysis and advice identifying areas of importance and potential problems and recommend courses of action on policy issues affecting the agency.
Collaborate with high level executives and staff to ensure that the supporting policies, programs and regulations are effectively developed and implemented.
Provide leadership and guidance to direct reports, agency management and others regarding policies, regulations, and other issues.
Manage/direct research, forecasting, development, implementation, and evaluation of complex local, state, and national issues, which affect policies, plans, regulations, performance, and legislation.
Manage a broad range of complex analytical assignments that may impact various offices within the agency.
Develop and implement monitoring and oversight to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Must be a U.S. Citizen
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by background investigation
May be required to successfully complete a one-year supervisory probationary period.
Only experience and education obtained by the closing date of this announcement will be considered.
Resume and supporting documents (See How To Apply)
If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C, Non-career SES or Presidential Appointee employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the Human Resources Office.
This position may be required to complete a financial disclosure report. All EL-15 and Executives (LL) are required to complete an annual financial disclosure report.
FHFA participates in e-Verify. All new hires must complete the I-9 Employment Verification form either on or before their first day of employment. If a discrepancy arises, you must take affirmative steps to resolve the matter.
Bargaining Unit Status: Ineligible
This is NOT a remote position; you MUST live within or be willing to relocate within a commutable distance of the Washington, DC duty location.

Qualifications

You may qualify for your desired series and grade level if you meet the following qualification requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualification EL-15: Applicants must have 52 weeks (one-year) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level as described below.

Experience: I qualify for the EL/GS-15 because I have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience at the EL/GS-14 or equivalent demonstrating work experience with the statements described below.

Examples of specialized experience include:

Developing, analyzing, monitoring, programs, policies, and activities as they relate to market loan delivery requirements, servicing, and asset disposition.
Conducting complex analyses and providing expert advice and recommendations on policy matters, including mortgage industry data standard.
Establishing and implementing goals, policies, guidelines, short and long-term plans and priorities necessary to support an organization's mission and goal achievement.
Leading and motivating subordinate employees.
Coordinating projects involving intra-agency teams and/or external parties.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; 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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

This position is being filled through Federal Housing Finance Agency's hiring authority granted by the Housing Economic Recovery Act (HERA). All applicants meeting the basic qualification requirements will be forwarded to the selecting official for consideration. Candidates with Veteran's preference, who meet the specialized experience and education requirements for this vacancy, will be given priority consideration over non-preference candidates.

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All of the information you provide will be verified by a review of the work experience and/or education as shown on your application forms, by checking references or through other means, such as the interview process. This verification could occur at any stage of the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempts to conceal information may be grounds for rating you ineligible.

In accordance with the Fair Chance Act, the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) may not request, in oral or written form, that an applicant for an appointment to (FHFA) disclose criminal history record information before the appointing authority extends a tentative offer to the applicant. Allegations of FHFA violations of this Act may be submitted to or to Fair Chance Act Complaints, Office of Human Resources Management, Employee Relations Branch, FHFA 400 7th Street, SW Washington DC 20219 within 30 days from the agency employee's alleged non-compliance with the law.

Required Documents

FHFA's application process has been specifically developed to ensure that we only ask you for the information we absolutely need to evaluate your qualifications and eligibility. All applicants are required to submit the following supportive documents:

1. Your Resume: If you have not written a federal resume before, you may want to watch this video on the , or read through a helpful on the to learn what details you should, and should not, include in your resume. A CV (curriculum vitae) may not contain enough information to meet these resume requirements.

Your resume should list all work experience (paid and unpaid); you must list the full name of each employer.
For all types of work experience, you should indicate the start and end date (include month and year); you must also list the average number of hours per week that your worked.
Your resume should also include any education and training you have completed (list the program title, subject area, number of hours completed, and completion date).

2. Required, if applicable: CTAP/ICTAP documentation (a copy of a separation notice or other proof of eligibility for priority selection; a copy of an SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, showing current position, grade, promotion potential, and duty location; AND a copy of your most recent performance appraisal.)

3. Required, if applicable: Veteran's Preference Documentation (DD-214, Member Copy 4 or other documentation containing dates of service and character of discharge. Disabled veterans and other applicants eligible for 10-point Veteran's Preference please include: documentation to validate your claim - VA letter, SF-15, etc.).

4. Other Supporting Documents:

Cover letter, optional
SF-50, optional

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