The Federal Judicial Center (Center) is the federal courts' agency for research and continuing education. Congress established the Center in 1967 as a separate organization within the federal judicial system at the request of the Judicial Conference of the United States. A nine-member board, chaired by the Chief Justice of the United States, determines its basic policies.
DutiesThe Center seeks a Deputy Director for its Education Division, which helps improve the administration of justice by providing learning experiences and resources for the federal judicial branch.
What is the RoleThe deputy director reports to the division director and helps the division director oversee operations of the division and assists with day-to-day management; allocation of resources; coordination of programs and projects among groups, with other Center staff, and with people (faculty, advisory committees, vendors, etc.) outside the Center. The ADDs of EE, JLE, MPDE, PPSE, and MPG (currently vacant) report to the deputy director. The Administrative Team also reports to the deputy director.
The deputy director's responsibilities include:
- Under the guidance of the division director, working with the Education Division's Administrative Team and the Center's Office of Administration to manage the Education Division's fiscal year program budget allocation of approximately $6-$8 million, depending on the year.
- Providing oversight of the Education Division's hotel and other contracting, and processing of travel reimbursements, for education programs.
- Addressing personnel-related matters, in consultation as needed with the ADDs and the division director, and where appropriate with the Office of Administration (Human Resources) and the Center's deputy director.
- Overseeing the Administrative Team's collection and maintenance of program-related data and producing reports of data as needed, including for the Center's bi-annual reports to its board and for the Center's Annual Report.
- Providing consultation and guidance to the ADDs on program planning and assisting the division director in developing the Education Division's annual Education Plan.
- Overseeing, with the division director, the implementation of the Education Division's Education Plan.
- Assisting the division director with ensuring communication about and implementation of Center policies and procedures within the Education Division, including those related to budget, travel, professional development, office space, remote work, schedules, and leave.
- Reviewing resources and program materials produced by the Education Division including videos, podcasts, e-learning content, program agendas, and publications.
- Assisting the division director in ensuring the rigor, relevance, and integrity of education programs and resources.
- Assisting the division director in communication and coordination with the Center's director and deputy director.
- Performing other duties, as assigned.
SalaryConditions of EmploymentKey Requirements
- You must be a United States Citizen, subject to the exceptions enumerated at this link.
- Selectee must favorably complete a background investigation.
- Relatives of Center staff members may not be employed at the Center in any capacity.
- All requirements must be met for full consideration.
The Federal Judicial Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and an inclusive work culture. It strives to maintain a professional and collegial workplace in which everyone is valued and treated fairly and respectfully.
QualificationsMandatory Qualifications- Education
- Advanced degree in education, a social science, business administration, or law
- Experience
- 5 years of supervisory experience in a professional institution or office, preferably in the fields of judicial and court education, continuing legal education, or other professional education
- 3 years of experience designing and delivering educational programs for adults
- Skills and Abilities
- Excellent skills managing people, projects, and resources
- Ability to work independently while respecting the role of the division director
- Strong writing and public speaking skills
- Superior organization and communication skills
- Ability to work cooperatively, collaboratively, and respectfully with people inside and outside the organization to meet the Center's mission
- Diplomatic skills to successfully navigate internal and external relationships
Desirable QualificationsIn addition to the mandatory qualifications, you're a strong candidate for this position if you possess a collection of some of the knowledge, skills, experience, and characteristics listed below. The list represents a range of possible qualifications, not a checklist that must be met. No one will possess all of these characteristics. A strong candidate for this position can demonstrate proficiency in some combination of these areas:
- Management Ability
- Experience with budget uncertainty
- Experience developing, mentoring, and coaching new and seasoned managers, faculty, and/or staff
- Familiarity with federal procurement and personnel rules and procedures
- Experience managing on-site and remote employees
- Experience enhancing and streamlining processes, services, and programs
- Comfort using data collection and presentation software
- Organizational Culture
- Familiarity with the structure and operation of the federal judicial system, including the importance of judicial independence
- Experience working in law, the courts, or law enforcement, preferably at the federal level
- Experience organizing and facilitating problem-solving and decision-making meetings
- Education Acumen
- Experience developing and implementing training needs assessments using a variety of methods
- Familiarity with competency-based education models
- Experience measuring learning transfer for training programs over time
- Familiarity with educational technology used to design, develop, deliver, and assess training
- Experience with logistics, planning, execution, and project management aspects of in-person and online training
Other InformationWhat We Do
The Education Division serves federal court of appeals, district, bankruptcy, and magistrate judges and federal judicial branch employees. Subject areas for judges include substantive and procedural legal topics, case and calendar management, ethics, and leadership and management. Subject areas for court personnel include leadership and management, selected professional skills, and ethics.
The division delivers education and resources through a variety of means, including in-person programs to which participants and staff travel; in-person programs conducted in districts for local participants; a wide range of synchronous and asynchronous distance learning methods, including webinars, self-paced e-learning, podcasts, webcasts, and more; and through web-based and printed publications.
Who We Are
The Education Division is a group of approximately 50 experienced professionals. We represent diverse backgrounds and viewpoints. The Education Division's current average employee tenure is almost 12 years. We believe people come here and stay because the mission is vital to our nation, the work is challenging and meaningful, and the culture is positive.
The Education Division consists of the following groups: Executive Education (EE), Judicial and Legal Education (JLE), Management and Professional Development Education (MPDE), Probation and Pretrial Services Education (PPSE), the Multimedia Production Group (MPG), and the Administrative Team.
The EE, JLE, MPDE, PPSE, and MPG groups are managed by Assistant Division Directors (ADD) who devise annual program plans and oversee program development, financial matters, staff development, and collaborative efforts with other Education Division groups. The EE, JLE, MPDE, PPSE, and MPG groups include staff responsible for program design, development, and delivery (education attorneys and education specialists) and staff responsible for organizing and executing the administrative, financial, and logistical aspects of programs and projects (program coordinators). Education Division staff may serve as trainers and facilitators alongside other faculty and often guide faculty on how to teach and facilitate effectively. Faculty include judges and court staff, U.S. probation and pretrial services officers, professors, and various subject matter experts.
The Education Division's Administrative Team manages recordkeeping, financial processes and reporting, program coordinator support, hotel and audio-visual support procurement, internal professional development, and much more.
The current division director is an experienced educator who served as the deputy director from 2015-2023 and has been the director for about one year.
Who You Are
We need someone who is committed to the Center's mission, is a thought leader and detail-oriented manager, and who appreciates the challenge of being "second in command." We expect that you'll be:
- A reliable and trusted partner to the director. You'll pay close attention to day-to-day management and keep the director informed and aware. You'll err on the side of overcommunicating. You'll be adept at translating goals into reality through thoughtful planning, budgeting, and management and by keeping the director informed of timelines, progress, and challenges.
- A consistent and effective administrator. You'll be attentive to details, procedures, and policies whether they're related to the division's budget, travel, program planning, or managing staff. You'll be fiscally prudent, apply rules and regulations to budget and financial management, and bring common sense to management decisions.
- A compassionate and engaged supervisor. You'll foster collegiality, cooperation, and collaboration across groups. You'll demonstrate empathy and strong listening skills. You'll be adept at working with smart, talented, independent thinkers who have served the organization for many years as well as with mentoring a cadre of new members of the division.
- An ethical leader with a service mindset. Your decision-making will be driven by a strong sense of ethics and integrity. You'll uphold high standards and lead in alignment with the Center's mission.
- An experienced educator. You'll be familiar with competency-based curricula and remote teaching, and you'll use your knowledge to work with ADDs and other ED staff to ensure we're delivering the best education possible with the resources available.
- A change agent. You'll advocate for quality, growth, and improvement across individuals, teams, systems, processes, and policies. You'll assess challenges and consider a variety of potential solutions. You'll listen to staff, faculty, and participants, staying updated on trends in education and management, and recommending improvements where needed, and you'll drive positive change.
- An inclusive leader. You'll demonstrate a commitment to strengthening a culture that supports individual and organizational wellness, resilience, and inclusivity of different perspectives and values.
If this describes who you would be in the role and if you want to serve in an organization where your work contributes to a powerful mission and the betterment of society, consider applying to become the Center's Education Division deputy director.
EducationAdvanced degree in education, a social science, business administration, or law.
Other InformationSalary and Benefits
The starting salary is set at $147,509 (includes D.C. locality). This position falls in the Center's pay band 6, which has a salary range up to $223,836 (includes D.C. locality). For a successful candidate not currently a member of the Center staff, a higher starting salary, not to exceed $184,387 (includes D.C. locality) may be considered if the candidate furnishes proof that their current salary falls above the pay band 6 minimum salary of $147,509 (includes D.C. locality), in which case the Center would match that salary up to the starting salary limit of $184,387 (includes D.C. locality). This is the maximum starting salary, and it is non-negotiable. In addition, a successful candidate who does not live within the D.C. locality region or work at the official duty station in Washington, D.C., for 16 or more work hours per pay period will not receive D.C. region locality pay and will receive the locality pay of their place of primary residence (telework site). If a successful internal candidate's salary falls above the range minimum, the salary will be matched up to their current salary.
Federal government benefits are applicable. An array of supplemental benefits is also offered, including a transportation subsidy and a flexible benefit program allowing for pre-tax deductions for health insurance, health care, dependent care, and commuter expenses. The FJC is in the Thurgood Marshall Building, conveniently situated to public transportation directly beside Union Station. The Marshall Building houses a child development center, a health fitness facility, and a cafeteria for its tenants.
The Federal Judicial Center offers a range of telework and flexible work schedule options based on the employee's position categorization. When business needs arise, all Center employees are required to work at the official duty station in Washington, D.C., or at a temporary duty station. The Center does not pay for relocation expenses; however, Center employees receive reimbursement for all official business travel.
This position does not carry the tenure rights of positions in the competitive civil service.
Required DocumentsPlease see the "How to Apply" section.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U States Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to ApplyApplication Procedures
In a brief cover letter referring to Announcement #24-08, please summarize how you satisfy the qualifications listed above. Applications without the required cover letter or with cover letters that do not address the qualifications will not be considered. Along with the cover letter, please include a current resume that specifies dates of employment and responsibilities for all related positions. A cover letter and resume in a single combined PDF document is required. Name the file using your last name, first name, and the announcement number, as follows: Lastname.Firstname.24-08.pdf. Any information provided in the transmittal email will not be considered part of the application.
All applications should be submitted by email to personnel@fjc.gov
When applying, please refer to Announcement #24-08. To assure full consideration, your application must be received by 11:59 p.m. on October 22, 2024.
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