Deputy Director - Leasing

This position is designated as SES, General. USDA structures its SES positions into position levels. This is a position level 2 with a salary range of $204,122 - $216,010 per year. Exceptions to the salary cap may be considered in certain circumstances. Visit for additional information and benefits for SES employees.

• SES employees are also eligible to receive bonuses and performance-based awards.

The application process used to recruit for this position is RESUME-ONLY. DO NOT submit separate Executive Core Qualifications/Technical Qualifications in lieu of a resume.

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 (ECQ) and Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES using 0.8-inch margins and 11-point font. 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).

NOTE: Current career SES members, former career SES members with reinstatement eligibility, and SES Candidate Development Program graduates who have been certified by OPM do NOT need to address the ECQs.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs)

1. Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding

(Competencies: Knowledge of the American System of Government, Commitment to the Rule of Law, Civic-Mindedness)

2. Driving Efficiency

(Competencies: Fiscal Responsibility, Managing Resources, Leveraging Technology)

3. Merit and Competence

(Competencies: Technical Skills, Problem Solving, Agility and Resilience)

4. Leading People

(Competencies: Accountability, Developing Others, Executive Judgement)

5. Achieving Results

(Competencies: Operation Mindset, Innovation, Strategic Thinking)

For more information regarding the SES and ECQs, please visit SES Executive Core Qualifications.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATION (TQ)

In addition to the ECQs, applicants must clearly demonstrate in their resume that they meet the following technical qualification(s).

1. Describe your demonstrated experience in leading complex Federal real estate leasing programs through the interpretation and application of Federal real estate laws, regulations, policies, and leasing procedures. Your response should highlight your ability to provide strategic leadership, oversee large and diverse real estate portfolios, ensure regulatory compliance, and develop innovative leasing solutions that support organizational priorities and mission objectives.
2. Describe your demonstrated experience providing executive oversight of lease administration, compliance reviews, audits, and the resolution of complex leasing issues. In your response, address your ability to conduct strategic analysis, assess and mitigate organizational risks, strengthen portfolio management and accountability, improve operational effectiveness, and provide executive-level recommendations that inform senior leadership decision-making.