Transacting Credit Insurance Risk Manager

SummaryThis position is located with Bonneville Power Administration, in the Transacting, Credit, Insurance Risk Management organization (CBC), Compliance, Audit & Risk Management organization (C). A successful candidate in this position will serve as the Transacting, Credit, Insurance Risk Manager & as a member of the C management team responsible for developing, implementing & evaluating programs & policies to ensure the timely delivery of products in support of BPA's strategic business objectives.DutiesHelpAs a Transacting, Credit, Insurance Risk Manager, you will:• Exercise delegated supervisory authorities and responsibilities, directing, coordinating, and overseeing the work and providing similar oversight of contractors when appropriate. • Plan work to be accomplished by subordinates, set and adjust priorities, and prepare schedules for completion of work. • Assign work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees.• Make decisions on work problems presented by subordinates and by contractors. • Lead the development and implementation of prudent credit risk management methodologies, credit limit structures and systems that align with BPA's risk tolerance levels and are appropriately reflected in BPA's Risk Management Policies. • Apply a mastery of quantitative transaction and credit risk metrics and portfolio valuation methods and systems sufficient to effectively lead risk analytic functions at an electric power utility and mastery of energy and related financial market transactions and risk control procedures for market and credit exposures sufficient to effectively lead middle office functions at an electric power utility.• Implement a rigorous and coordinated approach in providing oversight of the market, financial and operational risks associated with BPA's primary commercial transaction activity. • Perform risk monitoring and analysis to ensure compliance with Bonneville's risk policy requirements, federal regulatory statutes, evaluate and mitigate counterparty credit risk, and conduct financial risk analyses. RequirementsHelpConditions of employmentIn accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire.Answer to these questions is not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration. When you apply you will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility for employment and your qualification for this position specifically. You must answer all of these questions completely and truthfully. Key Requirements:• You must be a United States Citizen. • This employer participates in the e-Verify program.• Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements. • You will be required to report in person to the official duty location. Conditions of Employment:• Selectee will be required to complete the Office of Government Ethics Standard of Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OFGE450e) within 30 days of employment and annually. • First time supervisors will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period. • This position has been designated as requiring a PUBLIC TRUST background. A preliminary background check must be completed before a new employee can begin work.Current Federal employees or other individuals with an existing completed background investigation may not be required to undergo another background check. QualificationsSPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-13) in the Federal service. Specialized Experience is defined as experience in: 1) conducting risk assessments that identify, measure and establish controls to mitigate risks; and 2) administering programs to ensure agency actions are compliant with BPA policies and regulatory requirements."Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. 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.Time-in-Grade: Current Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement to receive consideration. CTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. EducationThere are no specific education requirements or substitution of education for experience for this position. Additional information• This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE.EEO Policy: USAJOBS Help Center | Equal employment opportunity policyReasonable Accommodation Policy: Employees or applicants may request Reasonable Accommodation (RA) for assistance, when applying or competing for a job or performing a job due to their medical condition or to exercise their religious beliefs. If you need reasonable accommodation in the application or selection process, please contact the Staffing Specialist listed on this vacancy announcement. USAJOBS Help Center | Reasonable accommodation policyVeterans Information: USAJOBS Help Center - VeteransVeterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Telework:Selective Service Registration: - Who must register:Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations. BPA strives to ensure a safe and positive work environment. We also understand the importance of work/life balance and offer a variety of programs and policies designed to create more flexible, responsive work environments supportive of commitments to community, home and family members. BPA also supports employees' overall wellness through its Be Well program, which helps employees adopt healthier lifestyles and feel better about their work/life balance.The program supports five key areas of life: career, community, financial, physical and social. Expand Hide additional informationCandidates 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. BenefitsHelpA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Apply tot his job