Lead Patent IT & Programs Manager

U.S. Patent and Trademark Office; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Office of Information Technology for Patents (OITP) and Office of Patent Automation (OPA) in Alexandria, VA, seeks a highly qualified IT program manager.

The role requires leading program operations involving automated information systems and applying knowledge of patent laws and examination workflows to support the full patent lifecycle. Applicants must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management qualification standards for the 1220 Patent

Qualifications

• Specialized experience equivalent to one full year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the GS-14 level in the Federal service.
• Experience managing program operations involving automated information systems, business processes, or information management to support program delivery.
• Knowledge of patent laws, regulations, policies, and examination operations to ensure IT solutions support the full patent lifecycle.
• Experience leading a team, planning, assigning, and evaluating work in mission-critical programs and advising senior leadership on IT strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead program operations involving automated information systems and business processes to improve efficiency.
• Apply knowledge of patent laws and examination workflows to ensure IT solutions support the patent lifecycle.
• Provide expert advice to senior leadership and stakeholders on information technology strategy and program delivery.

Job description

U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Office of Information Technology for Patents (OITP) and Office of Patent Automation (OPA) in Alexandria, VA, seeks a highly qualified IT program manager.

The role requires leading program operations involving automated information systems and applying knowledge of patent laws and examination workflows to support the full patent lifecycle. Applicants must meet the United States Office of Personnel Management qualification standards for the 1220 Patent