Supervisory Information Technology Specicalist

This Supervisory Information Technology (IT) Specialist (Division Chief) position is in the Technology Solutions Office (TSO), headed by the Chief Technology Officer, under the Department of Technology Services (DTS). The incumbent will lead the Technology Solutions Office's (TSO) Emerging Technology Division (ETD), which is comprised of the Platform Solutions Branch and the Innovation & Research Branch.

Duties

The ETD Chief is responsible for leading efforts which will result in providing new capabilities and platforms to the judiciary in support of all judiciary modernization efforts, as described within the Judiciary's IT Modernization Strategy. These new capabilities include cloud-based tools and platforms, new software development methodologies (such as DevSecOps), and consulting expertise in support of new design methodologies (such as human-centered design). Additionally, the ETD Chief will be responsible for leading all judiciary innovation efforts by establishing and managing an innovation program where emerging technologies may be leveraged to provide significant business value to the judiciary, and then assisting judiciary units with the adoption of these emerging technologies.

The incumbent is expected to be an innovation evangelist, responsible for driving innovation within the judiciary by leading ETD to explore and evaluate cutting-edge technologies and their applicability to the judiciary's businesses, fostering an innovation culture in the judiciary.

Duties of the position include, but are not limited to:

1. Staying informed about emerging technologies, trends, and industry developments. (Technology Exploration and Assessment)
2. Evaluating the potential impact of these technologies on the organization's goals and objectives. (Technology Exploration and Assessment)
3. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop an innovation strategy. (Strategic Planning)
4. Identifying areas where emerging technologies can enhance processes, products, or services. (Strategic Planning)
5. Leading the design and execution of pilot projects to test new technologies. (Pilot Projects and Proof of Concepts (PoCs)
6. Creating PoCs to demonstrate the feasibility and value of adopting these innovations. (Pilot Projects and Proof of Concepts (PoCs)
7. Engaging with external partners, startups, and research institutions. (Collaboration and Partnerships)
8. Fostering relationships to access cutting-edge solutions and collaborate on joint initiatives. (Collaboration and Partnerships)
9. Driving organizational change by promoting a culture of innovation. (Change Management and Adoption)
10. Working closely with stakeholders to ensure the successful adoption of new technologies. (Change Management and Adoption)
11. Assessing risks associated with adopting emerging technologies. (Risk Management)
12. Developing mitigation strategies and ensure compliance with security and privacy standards. (Risk Management)
13. Acting as an ambassador for innovation within the organization. (Thought Leadership and Evangelism)
14. Share insights, best practices, and success stories related to emerging technologies. (Thought Leadership and Evangelism)

Salary

• $145,803 - $204,000/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 is demonstrated experience in IT, technology, business, marketing, or finance-related fields. 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 12/02/2024 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/12611668

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