The Digital Services Senior Advisor is the principal advisor to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and the Chief Information Officer (CIO) regarding the modernization of digital services and the successful implementation of modernized, enterprise-wide digital services.
Summary
The Digital Services Senior Advisor is the principal advisor to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and the Chief Information Officer (CIO) regarding the modernization of digital services and the successful implementation of modernized, enterprise-wide digital services.
This position is being advertised under delegated examining procedures and is open to all U.S. Citizens. Preference for eligible veterans will be applied.
Recommends IT management approaches that include: defining the benefits of standardized IT solutions; demonstrating the value of open source solutions; demonstrating the value of cloud computing technologies; leading short- and long-term investment and strategic sourcing / acquisition plans; and ensures that the business impact of implementing best practices within OPM improves user experience and is enabled through rigorous organizational change management and adoption support in order to minimize disruption on the user community;
Maintains awareness of current technology trends. Studies and supports implementation of new and established Federal mandates and regulations that impact IT, such as the 21st Century Integrated Digital Experience Act (IDEA) and Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act (FITARA);
Acts as the digital innovation champion for the entire organization and promotes Agency-wide participation in creation of and protection for standard practices;
Represents the Digital Services Team with management and in external settings at various symposiums and conferences;
Engages partners at senior levels throughout the Agency to ensure that the scope of the Digital Services program provides modernized and impactful features;
Works with the other OCIO stakeholders, overseeing the development of stable infrastructure and platforms on which to conduct digital work. Coaches and supports OCIO colleagues with the goal of making other teams successful.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Selected candidate is required to file a SF-278, Public Disclosure report within 30 days after appointment, in accordance with the Ethics in Government Act 1978.
This is not a remote position; selectee will be required to report to the duty station on a regular basis. Telework may be authorized.
Qualifications
All applicants must have 1 year of specialized experience. Specialized experience is directly related to the duties and responsibilities of this position, referenced in the technical qualifications, that equipped the candidate with the scope and level of knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work. This level of responsibility is typically found at the GS-15 or equivalent level in the Federal Government. Eligibility will be based upon a clear showing that the applicant has had professional training and experience of the scope, level and quality sufficient to carry out the responsibilities of the position effectively.
MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS: Address each of the following Technical Qualifications (TQs) and Senior Professional Qualifications (SPQs) separately. Statements must provide specific examples that address relevant experience, accomplishments and evidence that you possess demonstrated superior technical and senior professional qualifications.
Technical Qualifications (TQs) (Maximum of 1 page per TQ):
Demonstrated experience in information technology, digital services, and enterprise architecture issues, processes, policies, standards, techniques, models, artifacts and/or methodologies and the ability to apply these, as required, to formulate and implement a modernized, enterprise-wide digital strategy.
Demonstrated experience in human centered design (HCD), consumer internet technologies, service delivery, and technology management approaches, to successfully develop, build, implement and /or maintain state-of-the-art digital services solutions across an enterprise.
Senior Professional Qualifications (SPQs) (Maximum of 1 page per SPQ):
Partnering: Ability to develop networks and build alliances, engage in cross-functional activities; collaborate across boundaries, and find common ground with a widening range of stakeholders. Utilize contacts to build and strengthen internal support bases.
External Awareness: Demonstrated experience in understanding local, national, and international policies and trends that affect the organization and shape stakeholders' views; is aware of the organization's impact on the external environment.
Communication: Ability to make clear and convincing oral presentations to individuals or groups; listen effectively and clarify information as needed; facilitate an open exchange of ideas and foster an atmosphere of open communication. Ability to express written facts and ideas in a clear, convincing and organized manner.
You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized.
Relocation expenses (Permanent Change in Station costs) will not be paid.
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal 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.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
For Category Rating: Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. Eligible candidates will then be evaluated for this position by a screening panel composed of a diverse mix of senior executives from organizations and/or functional backgrounds relevant to this position. This panel will discuss each eligible applicant and reach consensus; assigning candidates to one of the three following categories: Qualified, Well Qualified, or Best Qualified.
Qualified Category = Does not exceed the basic qualifications requirements described in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement.
Well Qualified Category = Meets the basic qualifications requirements described in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement and demonstrates proficiency in the Technical Qualifications and Senior Professional Qualifications.
Best Qualified Category = Meets the basic qualifications requirements described in the "Qualifications" section of this announcement and excels in the Technical Qualifications and Senior Professional Qualifications.
The category assignment is a measure of the degree in which your background matches the competencies required for this position.
The Category Rating Process does not add veterans' preference points or apply the "rule of three," but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligible within each category. Preference eligibles who meet the minimum qualification requirements and have a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10 percent or higher will be listed in the highest quality category.
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal 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.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Your Resume showing applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
Technical Qualifications and Senior Professional Qualifications Statements (MS Word or PDF Document)
Must be formatted using size 12 font, with 1- inch margins and should not exceed the maximum page number prescribed for each qualification. Do not use/list a Social Security Number on this document. When uploading to your USAJOBS account, select "Technical Qualifications (TQs) and Senior Professional Qualifications (SPQs)" as the document type.
Other supporting documents:
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.)
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility.
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference click here.
Current of former Political Appointees: Please note on your resume and attach appointment SF-50. OPM must authorize employment offers made to current or formal political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule C or Noncareer SES employee of the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information.
Cover Letter, optional
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST)on 06/13/2023 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.
OPM Human Resources
1900 E St., NW
Washington, DC 20415
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated. You will receive another notification about the status of your application.
Once referred, you may be asked to complete a structured interview, written demonstration, and/or fit interview. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the postion/agency during the probationary period.
We expect to make a job offer within 40 days after the closing date of the announcement. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Your Resume showing applicant's name, email address, work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed.
Technical Qualifications and Senior Professional Qualifications Statements (MS Word or PDF Document)
Must be formatted using size 12 font, with 1- inch margins and should not exceed the maximum page number prescribed for each qualification. Do not use/list a Social Security Number on this document. When uploading to your USAJOBS account, select "Technical Qualifications (TQs) and Senior Professional Qualifications (SPQs)" as the document type.
Other supporting documents:
Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable (e.g. DD-214 Member Copy 4 showing type of discharge/character of service; Current Active Duty members must submit a certification of expected discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions dated within 120 days; SF-15 Form and related documentation; VA letter.)
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility.
If you are a veteran and you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference click here.
Current of former Political Appointees: Please note on your resume and attach appointment SF-50. OPM must authorize employment offers made to current or formal political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule C or Noncareer SES employee of the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information.
Cover Letter, optional
Failure to submit any of the above mentioned required documents may result in loss of consideration due to an incomplete application package. It is your responsibility to ensure all required documents have been submitted.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST)on 06/13/2023 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.
OPM Human Resources
1900 E St., NW
Washington, DC 20415
US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated. You will receive another notification about the status of your application.
Once referred, you may be asked to complete a structured interview, written demonstration, and/or fit interview. Deliberate attempts to falsify information may be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the postion/agency during the probationary period.
We expect to make a job offer within 40 days after the closing date of the announcement. After making a tentative job offer, we will conduct a suitability/security background investigation.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
