DIRECTOR, OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND DATA SERVICES (CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER)

DutiesThe Director, Office of Information Technology and Data Services (Chief Technology Officer):Oversees the functions of records management, Agency Directives, the Freedom of Information Act, Section 508 Compliance, and the FHWA Policy Guidance Center. The position has important Equity related responsibilities in improving access to FHWA data, information and reports, as well as system interfaces with state and local grant recipient partners.Initiates and advocates FHWA and Department-wide system enhancements and changes, and promotes the use of IT and innovative technology solutions to improve the operations, productivity, efficiency, effectiveness and mission delivery of FHWA and the Department, in collaboration with the office of the DOT CIO.Provides leadership in accomplishing this major undertaking, determining how the efforts of all organizations combine to plan for, design, develop, and implement systems to meet the objectives of FHWA and the Department. Serves as an advocate for issues and programs involving FHWA mission information systems and technology, and serves as the focal point for these programs.Participates on DOT, Federal and non-governmental IT committees relative to IT solutions, policy and planning.Is responsible for providing support to the DOT Chief Information Officer (CIO) and FHWA senior leadership on holistic technology management within FHWA.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentYou must be a U.S. Citizen.Submit application and resume online by 11:59 PM EST on the closing date.Provide all required documents by closing date.A Secret clearance is required.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Complete a one-year SES probationary period (unless already completed). QualificationsAs a basic requirement for entry into the Senior Executive Service (SES), you must clearly articulate and describe within your five (5) page resumeevidence of progressively responsible supervisory, managerial, or professional experience which involved management of a program or organization of significant scope and complexity.  Your resume must provide information regarding your professional experience and accomplishments that demonstrate your ability to perform the duties of this position and meet the mandatory Technical Qualification(s) and Managerial Executive Core Qualifications listed below. TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Below are the descriptions of the mandatory technical qualifications for this position. Your five (5) page resume must provide information regarding your professional experience and accomplishments that demonstrate you meet these technical qualifications. 1. Demonstrated experience in developing and executing a modern, secure and scalable IT strategy to solve complex mission/business challenges for an agency with a national footprint, that strengthens the ability to carry out a wide range of mission objectives ranging from connected vehicle technologies to complex financial systems.2. Demonstrated experience in the following: (1) Data Governance, Data Management and Data Visualization techniques to support a multi-disciplinary nationwide organization. Experience ideally includes both the governance of internal data for management decision making and reporting to external parties, as well as the use of statistics and data from State and Industry to assist in program development and policy making, (2) Records management and issuance of agency policy directives.EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): Below are descriptions of the mandatory ECQs that are required for all SES positions. Your  five (5) page resume must provide information regarding your professional experience and accomplishments that demonstrate you meet the 5 ECQs.ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. Leadership Competencies: Creativity and Innovation, External Awareness, Flexibility, Resilience, Strategic Thinking, Vision ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Leadership Competencies: Conflict Management, Leveraging Diversity, Developing Others, Team BuildingECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. Leadership Competencies: Accountability, Customer, Decisiveness, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, Technical CredibilityECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. Leadership Competencies: Financial Management, Human Capital Management, Technology ManagementECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals. Leadership Competencies: Partnering, Political Savvy, Influencing/NegotiatingFUNDAMENTAL COMPETENCIES: The following competencies are the foundation for success in each of the Executive Core Qualifications: Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Integrity/Honesty, Continual Learning, and Public Service Motivation.Additional information about the SES and Executive Core Qualifications can be found on the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) SES Website.You are strongly encouraged to review OPMs Guide to SES Qualifications for specific examples and guidance on writing effective ECQ narrative statements and executive resumes.Additional informationRetirement/Pension Plan - You will be covered by a defined benefit, contributory Federal retirement system that provides benefits for both normal retirement (with as few as 5 years of civilian service) and for circumstances that might occur earlier, such involuntary retirement because of disability.Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) - You may participate in a retirement savings investment plan that offers before-tax savings and tax-deferred investment earnings. For more details, please visit the TSP websiteEmployee Assistance - Employees and their immediate families can take advantage of free confidential counseling with health professionals as part of the Federal Employees Assistance Program.Transit Benefits - We subsidize up to $255 of mass transit commuting costs each month.Telework - Determined by agency policy. Information related to performance, suitability, and security will be verified. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or you may be subject to fine imprisonment, or other disciplinary action.The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Transportation and its Operating Administrations from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act. Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Transportation by email at, [email protected] learn more, please visit our page at: The Fair Chance to Compete Act | US Department of Transportation Help

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Our benefits package offers:Annual Leave (paid vacation), Sick Leave, and Holidays - You will earn 26 days of annual leave and 13 days of sick leave per year. In addition, the Federal Government observes 11 regular paid holidays each year.Health Benefits - Employees and family members are eligible for health benefits at reasonable rates with no required medical examinations or restrictions because of age or physical condition. Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - You may choose to participate in the FSA Program. This program allows you to set aside money, on a pre-tax basis, for certain kinds of out of pocket medical expenses or dependent care costs of a child or parentFederal Long Term Care Insurance Program - You may elect to participate in the Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program.Life Insurance - You may participate in the Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance program. The program offers employees an opportunity to acquire life insurance protection at group rates with a government contribution toward the cost of basic insurance.For more details on the various health and life insurance benefits offered to most Federal Employees click hereEligibility 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.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.A Senior Executive Service (SES) reviewing panel will evaluate your application based on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Applicants determined to be highly qualified may undergo multiple interviews.  The best qualified applicant will be asked to submit a written 10-page narrative statement addressing each of the ECQ areas (Leading Change, Leading People, Results Driven, Business Acumen, Building Coalitions). If selected, your written narrative statement addressing the ECQs must be certified by an OPM Qualifications Review Board (QRB), unless you are a current SES executive or have successfully participated in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program. You must receive certification before you can be appointed to the position.All applications must be completed and submitted electronically no later than midnight ET of the closing date. Final reviews will be performed after the announcement closing, and timely notice of the status of your application will be emailed to you. You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging into your USAJOBS account and selecting Application Status.You may preview questions for this vacancy.