IT Program Manager (IT Director)

Company: US Department of the Treasury
Location: Washington, DC

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    Duties

    Summary

    This position is located in the Office of Information Technology (OIT)/ Office of Assistant Inspector General for Management, Office of Inspector General (OIG), Department of the Treasury and reports directly to the Assistant Inspector General for Management (AIG-M).

    This opportunity is also open to Status eligibles under Announcement 20-TOIG-4. Please refer to that announcement for details on open period, eligibility, and how to apply.

    Responsibilities

    It is anticipated that there will be significant interest in the announcement. As a result, the announcement will close at 11:59 p.m. ET on the date of receipt of the 100th application or at 11:59 p.m. ET on DATE OF CLOSURE; whichever occurs first. Any required documents should be submitted at the time that you apply as documents will not be accepted after the vacancy closes.

    As a IT Program Manager (IT Director) you will:

    • Direct the development of long-term and short-term OIG IT plans, which integrate OIG audit, investigative, oversight, and administrative program goals and mission requirements with available and future information technologies and resources. These plans include IT forecasts in terms of hardware, software, and human resources requirements; identifying proposals for major IT projects and systems enhancements; and management initiatives relating to OIG programs which can be accomplished/assisted by the application of IT. These long and short term plans are mandated by Federal legislation, OMB Circulars, Treasury Directives, and the Inspector General (IG).

    • Perform assignments related to the development, analysis, implementation, modification, and tracking of OIG automated information systems, policies and programs, and guidance that addresses both Federal and Department of the Treasury requirements.

    • Manage the wide area network and telecommunication programs of the OIG. This includes directing the technical and analytical planning, acquisition, testing, integration, installation, utilization, and modification of the entire network environment (hubs, switches, routers, data circuits, facilities, services, and procedures) for the OIG, which includes multiple remote locations. This also includes directing the preparation of the financial and operating plans for the IG’S use of the Department’s Treasury Network (TNET).

    • Manage the procurement, installation, maintenance, and operation of all IT hardware and software within/for the OIG nationwide. Directs the development, analysis, and implementation of information systems resident on the OIG servers and networked PCs in support of the OIG mission.

    Travel Required

    Occasional travel – Occasional travel may be required.

    Supervisory status

    Yes

    Promotion Potential

    15

  • Job family (Series)

    2210 Information Technology Management

  • Requirements

    Requirements

    Conditions of Employment

    • Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National
    • Please refer to “Conditions of Employment”
    • Click “Print Preview” to review the entire announcement before applying.

    The experience may have been gained in either the public or private sector or volunteer service. One year of experience refers to full-time work; part-time work is considered on a prorated basis. To ensure full credit for your work experience, please indicate dates of employment by month/day/year, and indicate number of hours worked per week on your résumé.

    Qualifications

    You must meet the following requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

    Specialized experience is one year of experience at the GS-14 level, or equivalent that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Specialized experience includes:

    • Supervision or management of staff and/or contractors within an organization; AND
    • Experience developing enterprise-wide strategies in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external service providers. AND
    • Directs, manages, and coordinates IT and IT security related evaluations to include the Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) activities.

    In addition to meeting specialized experience, applicants must also show proficiency in 1) attention to detail, 2) customer service, 3) oral communication, and 4) problem solving.

    Education

    Additional information

    • We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies.
    • We will not pay relocation expenses.

    – This is a non-bargaining-designated position.

    CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: If selected for this position, you will be required to:

    • A one-year probationary period may be required.
    • A one year managerial probationary period may be required.
    • Submit to a drug test prior to your appointment and random drug testing while you occupy the position.
    • Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
    • If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so.
    • Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
    • Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9. Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S.
    • Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
    • Undergo an income tax verification.
    • Successfully complete a background investigation.
    • Obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.

    How You Will Be Evaluated

    You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

    Your application includes your résumé, responses to the online questions, and required supporting documents. Please be sure that your résumé includes detailed information to support your qualifications for this position; failure to provide sufficient evidence in your resume may result in a “not qualified” determination.

    Rating: Your application will be evaluated in the following areas: Technical, Leadership and Communication. Category rating will be used to rank and select eligible candidates. If qualified, you will be assigned to one of three quality level categories, superior, good, and acceptable, depending on your responses to the online questions, regarding your experience, education, and training related to this position. Your rating may be lowered if your responses to the online questions are not supported by the education and/or experience described in your application.

    Veterans’ preference is applied after applicants are assessed. Preference-eligibles will be listed at the top of their assigned category and considered before non-preference-eligibles in that category. Qualified preference-eligibles with a compensable service-connected disability of 10% or more will be listed at the top of the highest category.

    Referral: If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application may be referred to a selecting official for consideration. You may be required to participate in a selection interview.

    If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee (eligible for the Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP)/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)) you must be assigned the middle category or better to be rated as “well qualified” to receive special selection priority.

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    Background checks and security clearance

    Security clearance

    Top Secret

    Drug test required

    Yes

  • Required Documents

    Required Documents

    A complete application includes 1. A résumé, 2. Vacancy question responses, and 3. Submission of any required documents. Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position (or may not receive the special consideration for which you may be eligible).

    All applicants are required to submit a résumé either by creating one in USAJOBS or uploading one of their own choosing. (Cover letters are optional.) To receive full credit for relevant experience, please list the month/date/year and number of hours worked for experience listed on your résumé. We suggest that you preview the online questions, as you may need to customize your résumé to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions. Please view résumé tips.

    VETERANS’ PREFERENCE DOCUMENTATION: If you are claiming veterans preference, please see applicant guide for required documentation. In order to be considered for veterans preference, you must submit all required documentation as outlined in the applicant guide.

    CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (CTAP) OR INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE PLAN (ICTAP) DOCUMENTATION: If you are a displaced or surplus Federal employee, click CTAP/ICTAP for eligibility and a detailed list of required documents.

    If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

    Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

    Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

  • Benefits

    Benefits

    A career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits.

    Our comprehensive benefits are very generous. Our benefits package includes:

    • Challenging work, opportunities for advancement, competitive salaries, bonuses and incentive awards.
    • Ten paid holidays, 13 days of sick leave, and 13 to 26 days of vacation time each year.
    • Access to insurance programs that may be continued after you retire.
    • A wide choice of health insurance plans, coverage for pre-existing conditions, and no waiting periods. We pay a substantial amount (up to 75%) of the health insurance premiums.
    • A retirement program which includes employer-matching contributions.
    • Learn more about Federal benefits programs at: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Pay_and_Benefits

    Eligibility 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.