Supervisory Information Technology Specialist

The Supervisory Information Technology Specialist position is in the Department of Administrative Services, Administrative Systems Office (ASO), Systems Execution Division. ASO manages, oversees, and supports technology functions of the administrative services lines of business. ASO develops and supports AO technology systems and fosters communication and collaboration with the Department of Technology Services.

Duties

The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts (AO), Administrative Systems Office (ASO) is seeking a highly motivated, experienced Supervisory Information Technology Specialist to serve as the Division Chief of the Systems Execution Division.

The Systems Execution Division applies common IT disciplines across all ASO applications, including systems development, operations and maintenance, application support, infrastructure, and project management leverages AO standards in technology and technical architecture; uses and creates Judiciary-wide centers of excellence; and collaborates with organizations across the AO and the Judiciary.

The Systems Execution Division works closely with the Strategic Planning Division to accomplish the ASO mission. The Strategic Planning Division is responsible for strategic planning, product budget/cost formulation, acquisition/procurement management, quality assurance, and defining the services for three portfolios: Human Resources, Financial Management, and Facilities & Support Systems. This position reports directly to the Chief of the ASO.

The duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

1. Overseeing the implementation and operation of administrative systems; and ensuring strategic plans are effectively executed by aligning cross-functional teams, monitoring progress, and driving necessary changes to achieve desired outcomes.
2. Collaborating with senior leadership to translate the strategic vision into actionable plans and ensuring systems and services align with overall business goals.
3. Leading the design, development, deployment, and operation of new and existing systems, including managing project timelines, budgets, and resource allocations.
4. Developing and executing change management strategies to minimize disruption and maximize user adoption of systems and services.
5. Identifying potential risks throughout the system development life cycle and developing contingency plans.
6. Facilitating communication and coordination between different teams and stakeholders (IT, operations, service providers, users, etc.) to ensure seamless system integration and execution.
7. Developing and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) related to system performance and identifying areas for improvement.
8. Analyzing system performance data to identify opportunities for optimization and process enhancements.
9. Delivering engaging and informative presentations to audiences in a variety of settings.
10. Developing and implementing a comprehensive strategy execution plan, conducting regular reviews and evaluations to assess the effectiveness of the strategy execution plan, and making necessary adjustments to ensure alignment with ASO's overall strategic objectives.
11. Monitoring and tracking the progress of initiatives and providing regular updates to key stakeholders.
12. Identifying and addressing roadblocks or challenges that may hinder the successful execution of initiatives; and providing guidance, support, and resources to teams involved in executing initiatives.

Salary

• $167,617 - $207,500/year

Conditions of Employment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

1. All information is subject to verification. Applicants are advised that false answers or omissions of information on application materials or inability to meet the following conditions may be grounds for non-selection, withdrawal of an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed.
2. Selection for this position is contingent upon completion of OF-306, Declaration of Federal Employment during the pre-employment process and proof of U.S. citizenship for competitive status positions or conversion to a competitive status position with the AO. If non-citizens are considered for hire into a temporary or any other position with non-competitive status or when it is confirmed by the AO Human Resources Office there are no qualified U.S. citizens for a competitive status position (unless prohibited by a law or statue), non-citizens must provide proof of authorization to work in the U.S. and proof of entitlement to receive compensation. Additional information on the employment of non-citizens can be found at USAJOBS Help Center | Employment of non-citizens/. For a list of documents that may be used to provide proof of citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, please refer to Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.
3. All new AO employees will be required to complete an FBI fingerprint-based national criminal database and records check and pass a public trust suitability check.
4. New employees to the AO will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights/responsibilities, visit https://www.e-verify.gov/.
5. All new AO employees are required to identify a financial institution for direct deposit of pay before appointment.
6. You will be required to serve a trial period if selected for a first-time appointment to the Federal government, transferring from another Federal agency, or serving as a first-time supervisor. Failure to successfully complete the trial period may result in termination of employment.
7. If appointed to a temporary position, management may have the discretion of converting the position to permanent depending upon funding and staffing allocation.

Qualifications Applicants must have demonstrated experience as listed below. This requirement is according to the AO Classification, Compensation, and Recruitment Systems which include interpretive guidance and reference to the OPM Operating Manual for Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions.

Specialized Experience: Applicants must have at least one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience which is in or directly related to the line of work of this position. Specialized experience must demonstrate experience in ALL areas defined below:

• Overseeing the implementation and operation of systems, ensuring strategic plans are executed, and monitoring progress and changes to achieve results.
• Leading the design, development, deployment, and operation of new and existing systems, including managing project timelines, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Developing and implementing comprehensive strategic execution plans, conducting regular reviews and evaluations, and making adjustments.
• Facilitating communications and coordination with teams and stakeholders to ensure seamless system integration and execution.

• ITIL Foundations
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Education This position does not require education to qualify. Other Information

The AO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Required Documents

For this job announcement the following documents and/or information are required:

• Resume - Any written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications.
• Citizenship - Include country of citizenship on resume.
• Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) - All applicants outside of the AO must submit a copy of your latest SF-50 to verify current or former Federal employment status.
• Veterans Preference documentation - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214), if applicable Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference (SF-15) and an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Department of Veterans Affairs or from a branch of the Armed Forces, certifying to the veteran's present receipt of compensation.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

The complete application package must be submitted by 02/24/2025 to receive consideration.
To begin, click

• Apply Online to access an online application. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account or you may need to create a new account.
• You will be taken to an online application. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation, and submit the application.
• You will receive an email notification when your application has been received for the announcement.
• To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Application Status page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and your responses submitted to the online application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
• Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12655278

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