Assistant Chief Information Officer

National-Oceanic-; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) seeks a Senior Executive Service leader to serve as the principal adviser on information resources and systems management within the National Marine and Fisheries Service. You will report directly to the Deputy Assistant Administrator for Operations and drive strategic IT initiatives across a federal agency.

Candidates must demonstrate Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Professional/Technical Qualifications (PTQ) with evidence in their

Qualifications

• Demonstrated executive-level ability to lead, manage, and oversee complex, large-scale IT programs and investments.
• Experience applying rules and regulations for federal IT programs, including IT security standards.
• Ability to lead large, complex organizations and drive efficiencies through technology upgrades.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic resource management

IT program management

Cloud computing

Enterprise architecture

Software engineering

Telecommunications systems integration

IT security standards

Job description

The position is located within the National Marine and Fisheries Service, whose mission is responsible for the stewardship of the nation's ocean resources and their habitat, supporting the broader strategic goals of the Department and NOAA. In this role, the incumbent serves as the principal adviser to leadership on overall information resources/systems management. The position reports directly to the Deputy Assistant Administrator for Operations.

Candidates 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. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.

To meet the minimum qualification requirements for this position, you must show that you possess the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) and Professional/Technical Qualifications (PTQs) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES.
Resumes over the 2 page limit will not be reviewed and will be disqualified. Your resume should be 2 pages or fewer and not include images or graphics. Your resume should include examples of experience, education, and accomplishments applicable to the qualification(s). If your resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of these qualifications, you may not receive consideration for the position.

There is NO requirement to prepare a narrative statement specifically addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) or the Professional/Technical Qualifications (PTQs).

PTQ 1: Demonstrated executive-level ability to lead, manage, and oversee complex, large-scale Information Technology programs and investments (including IT capital planning, FITARA oversight, and business process re-engineering), with a comprehensive understanding of current and emerging technical disciplines, such as cloud computing, enterprise architecture, software engineering, and telecommunications systems integration.
PTQ 2: Demonstrated experience applying rules and/or regulations for federal IT programs, including meeting IT security standards, and leading the implementation of responsive IT programs across a large and complex organization such as a Federal, state, or local government agency, nonprofit organization, or private company.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the Professional/Technical Qualification Requirements listed above, all new entrants into the Senior Executive Service (SES) under a career appointment will be assessed for executive competency against the following five mandatory ECQs. If your 2-page resume does not reflect demonstrated evidence of the ECQs and PTQs, you may not receive further consideration for the position.

There are five ECQs:

• ECQ 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding - This core qualification requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.
• ECQ 2: Driving Efficiency - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades.
• ECQ 3: Merit and Competence - This core qualification involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality.
• ECQ 4: Leading People - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture. This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable.
• ECQ 5: Achieving Results - This core qualification involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.

Note: Applicants who are current or former members of the SES, have SES reinstatement eligibility, or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM-approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP) should submit supporting documentation (e.g., SF-50 or OPM Qualifications Review Board (QRB) certification) reflecting their eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.