Executive Director for the Office of the Federal Chief Information Officer

This position is located in the Executive Office of the President (EOP), Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Office of the Federal Chief Information Officer (OFCIO). The Executive Director (Chief, Business Operations and Strategic Engagements Branch) ensures OFCIO has the necessary business processes, relationships, and expertise to meet current and emerging mission requirements.

Qualifications:

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 Technical Qualifications (TQ) related to this position within your resume - NOT TO EXCEED 2 PAGES. Resumes over the 2-page limit, will not be reviewed beyond page 2 or may be disqualified. 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 Technical Qualifications (TQs).

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (TQs): Your resume should demonstrate accomplishments that would satisfy the technical qualifications.

TQ 1: Demonstrated experience in executive direction, management, and oversight working the full range of administrative programs to support a large organization including budget formulation and execution, strategic planning and performance management, personnel management, information technology infrastructure support functions, procurement, logistics as well as program and management analysis.

TQ 2: Demonstrated experience managing projects, including leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets and timelines, and developing project plans to ensure the successful delivery of technology solutions.

EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): In addition to the 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 the ECQs and TQs, 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: If you are a member of the SES or have been certified through successful participation in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or have SES reinstatement eligibility, you do not need to respond to the ECQs. Instead, you should attach proof (e.g., SF-50, Certification by OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB) of your eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the SES.

Responsibilities:

The Office of the Federal Chief Information Officer (OFCIO) manages the Federal Information Technology (IT) portfolio by establishing policies and standards for the use of IT, overseeing agency budgeting and management of IT, and assessing agency information security and cybersecurity policies and practices. The Executive Director reports to the Administrator of E-Gov (the Federal Chief Information Officer) and coordinates office activities and communications with the Deputy Federal CIO (DFCIO) and the Federal Chief Information Security Officer (FCISO).

As Executive Director for the Office of the Federal Chief Information Officer, some of your typical work assignments may include the following:

• Managing a team of professional staff to coordinate the smooth flow of work activities including strategic legislative response and outreach, data analytics, budget and policy development, and day-to-day agency operational support and engagement.
• Leading the planning, prioritization, and resource allocation strategy for OFCIO, ensuring the office is equipped to meet evolving mission demands.
• Driving improvements to internal OFCIO operations, workforce engagement, and employee performance to build a high-performing, accountable organization.
• Directing OFCIO business operations, including budget formulation and execution, contract oversight, facilities management, records management, and internal information technology support.
• Maintaining strong working relationships to ensure effective coordination and alignment among OMB, the Executive Office of the President (EOP), OFCIO-led Councils, Congress, industry and international partners, and other stakeholders to drive outcomes in support of federal IT statutory requirements and the Administration's IT priorities.
• Coordinating with the DFCIO to ensure the Annual President's Budget and supplemental documents are in alignment with Federal Chief Information Officer and Administration priorities across federal agencies.
• Supporting intra-agency operations within OMB through close coordination with Executive Secretary staff, Communications, Ethics, and the Office of General Counsel.
• Serving as Deputy Federal CIO in the event of vacancy.

Salary : $198,200