The Deputy Director works closely with the Office of Technology, Services, and Innovation (TSI) Director in managing USAGM engineering, technical personnel and systems, which are critical to achieving the Agency's mission. With the Director, the incumbent directs planning, design and implementation of USAGM's global program delivery infrastructure to support USAGM federal and grantee networks' audio, video, and digital transmission requirements.
Summary
The Deputy Director works closely with the Office of Technology, Services, and Innovation (TSI) Director in managing USAGM engineering, technical personnel and systems, which are critical to achieving the Agency's mission. With the Director, the incumbent directs planning, design and implementation of USAGM's global program delivery infrastructure to support USAGM federal and grantee networks' audio, video, and digital transmission requirements.
As the Deputy Director of the Office of Technology, Services and Innovation (TSI), you will be responsible for duties to include, but are not limited to:
Supervises subordinate managers and serves as an advisor to the Director and executive leadership on engineering, technology, and program delivery programs, projects, and issues.
Collaborates with the agency Chief Information Officer (CIO) and other Office of the CIO personnel with respect to overlapping policy development and implementation, including but not limited to information security, privacy and confidentiality; supports the planning, acquisitions, and delivery of information systems ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of agency information systems and services.
Directs management of technical systems and facilities, including design, construction, and other initiatives necessary to accomplish approved program delivery objectives of USAGM networks and affiliates.
Oversees operations and maintenance of the central engineering organization and the worldwide complex that distributes and transmits programming to audiences around the globe.
Serves as a principal advisor to the USAGM community on technical programs and broadcast technology initiatives.
Establishes, maintains, and oversees a systematic process by which the acquisition and administration of relevant workforce, fiscal, and facility resources are planned, justified, documented, and executed with appropriate control mechanisms.
Represents USAGM in dialog with other governmental agencies, private industry and foreign countries on broadcast technology, program delivery, and related technical issues.
Provides managerial, scientific, and technical leadership through subordinate managers and supervisors to a highly specialized and professional staff responsible for a wide range of engineering and technology programs.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check for the security level designated for this position.
This position is not eligible for inclusion in a bargaining unit.
All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
You may be subject to a one-year probationary period effective from the date in which you are appointed unless this probationary period has already been served.
Selected candidate will be required to submit Executive Branch Personnel Public Financial Disclosure Report, OGE Form 278.
Veterans' preference is not applicable to the Senior Executive Service.
You must meet all minimum qualifications to be deemed eligible. Only experience obtained by closing date of this announcement will be considered.
This is a top-secret position. If selected, this position requires the completion of the SF-86.
Qualifications
To meet minimum qualification requirements for this position, applicants must provide evidence of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level management capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs) and Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).
All applicants MUST submit written narrative responses addressing each Mandatory Technical Qualification (MTQ) and Executive Core Qualification (ECQ) separately. When preparing your responses to the MTQs and ECQs, you are encouraged to follow the Challenge, Context, Action and Result model outlined in the OPM's Guide to Senior Executive Service Qualifications. Your examples should be clear and concise, and emphasize your level of responsibilities, scope of complexity of programs managed, and program accomplishments including the results of your actions. ECQ narrative statements may not exceed ten (10) pages; MTQs may not exceed two (2) pages. Please included your full name on all documents submitted.
You must upload your written narrative responses to MTQs and EQCs to your application package. Failure to meet the basic qualification requirement and address all Mandatory Technical and Executive Core Qualification factors will result in your application being disqualified.
Note: Current career SES members, former career SES members with reinstatement eligibility, and SES Candidate Development Program graduates who have been certified by OPM do NOT need to provide ECQs narratives.
MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS (MTQ): Mandatory for all applicants.
All applicants must submit a written narrative response to the following MTQs. You must address each MTQ separately. Each MTQ narrative must not exceed two (2) pages. Please give examples and explain the complexity of the knowledge possessed and the sensitivity of the issued you handled.
MTQ 1: International Broadcasting and Media Acumen - This qualification involves and requires comprehensive knowledge of essentials of international broadcasting and extensive knowledge of audio, video and digital media technologies.
MTQ 2: Global Telecommunications Systems Acumen - This qualification involves and requires extensive background and knowledge of the characteristics, capabilities and requirements of global telecommunications systems, equipment and services and a broad knowledge of electronics engineering as it relates to radio, television, and digital broadcasting and telecommunications.
EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS:Mandatory for all competitive applicants.
All applicants must submit a written narrative response to each of the following ECQs.
Your narrative must address each ECQ separately, should contain at least two examples describing your experiences and results; and demonstrate the underlying competencies in the narrative. Your ECQ narrative responses must not exceed 10 pages.
ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE: This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment. Competencies: Creativity and Innovation, External Awareness, Flexibility, Resilience, Strategic Thinking, Vision.
ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE: This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts. Competencies: Conflict Management, Leveraging Diversity, Developing Others, Team Building.
ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN: This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks. Competencies: Accountability, Customer Service, Decisiveness, Entrepreneurship, Problem Solving, Technical Credibility.
ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN: This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically. Competencies: Financial Management, Human Capital Management, Technology Management.
ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS: This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, or international organizations to achieve common goals. Competencies: Partnering, Political Savvy and Influencing/Negotiating.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Actual salary for Senior Executive Service positions may vary depending on the scope and the complexity of the qualifications and current compensation of the selectee.
Veteran's Preference does not apply to the Senior Executive Service.
Applicants must meet all of the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
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.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
We will review your resume and required documents to ensure you meet the basic qualification requirements.
Applicants that meet the qualifications requirements will be evaluated based on the quality and extent of their experience, training, and/or education indicated on their resume and the qualification responses described in the separate narrative statements. Applications will be evaluated by a rating and ranking panel; the panel may conduct interviews with the top candidates and then make a recommendation to the selecting official. The best qualified candidates may be invited to participate in a structured interview. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
Once a selection is made, the selectee's application will be forwarded to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for approval by an OPM independent Qualifications Review Board, unless the selectee is a current SES executive or has successfully participated in an OPM approved SES Candidate Development Program.
Applicants who do not submit required documentation or demonstrate sufficient possession of the ECQs and MTQs in their application will be determined ineligible for further consideration.
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.
1. Resume - showing relevant work experience (start/end dates stated in month/year, description of duties), applicable education at a minimum, and your contact information. For current or previous Federal employees, it should also include the Pay Plan, Series and Grade for each work experience entry. Limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.
2. Mandatory Technical Qualifications - narrativeresponses for each MTQ. Limit your response to 2 pages per MTQ. You must title each MTQ. Required for all applicants.
3. Executive Core Qualifications - narrative responses for each ECQ, if applicable. Limit your response to 2 pages per ECQ for a total of 10 pages. You must title each ECQ. Required for all competitive candidates.
4. SF-50 - Most recent SF-50 or Notification of Personnel Action (If applicable).
5. SES Non-Competitive Applicants - Proof of SES non-competitive eligibility is required. Proof consists of:
1) SF-50 showing your status as a:
(a) current Career SES appointee,
(b) former Career SES appointee with career SES reinstatement eligibility, or
(c) current or reinstatement eligible Career SES-equivalent executive
OR
2) A certificate of completion from an OPM-approved SES Candidate Development Program (SES CDP).
NOTE: This applies only if your ECQ's have been approved by an OPM Qualifications Review Board (QRB) through the SES CDP.
These documents may be used to determine your eligibility to be considered under this announcement. Non-competitive applicants do not need to submit ECQ narratives, but you must clearly state your status in your resume and submit written narrative response to the Mandatory Technical Qualification (s); not more than 2 pages per each MTQ. The agency has the option of considering you non-competitively or including you in the competitive process.
6. Current or former Political Appointees (if applicable) - please note on your resume and attach an SF-50 (i.e. your appointment SF-50). OPM must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/25/2023 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.
After the announcement closes, the Human Resources Office will conduct a review of your application package. If your application is complete and you meet basic qualification requirements, it will be forwarded to a Rating Panel/Executive Resources Board (ERB) for further review of your narrative statements addressing the required ECQs and MTQs. The best qualified candidates may be invited to participate in a structured interview. The Rating Panel/ERB will decide which Best Qualified applicants will be referred to the Selecting Official. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their applications once a final selection is made.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
1. Resume - showing relevant work experience (start/end dates stated in month/year, description of duties), applicable education at a minimum, and your contact information. For current or previous Federal employees, it should also include the Pay Plan, Series and Grade for each work experience entry. Limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.
2. Mandatory Technical Qualifications - narrativeresponses for each MTQ. Limit your response to 2 pages per MTQ. You must title each MTQ. Required for all applicants.
3. Executive Core Qualifications - narrative responses for each ECQ, if applicable. Limit your response to 2 pages per ECQ for a total of 10 pages. You must title each ECQ. Required for all competitive candidates.
4. SF-50 - Most recent SF-50 or Notification of Personnel Action (If applicable).
5. SES Non-Competitive Applicants - Proof of SES non-competitive eligibility is required. Proof consists of:
1) SF-50 showing your status as a:
(a) current Career SES appointee,
(b) former Career SES appointee with career SES reinstatement eligibility, or
(c) current or reinstatement eligible Career SES-equivalent executive
OR
2) A certificate of completion from an OPM-approved SES Candidate Development Program (SES CDP).
NOTE: This applies only if your ECQ's have been approved by an OPM Qualifications Review Board (QRB) through the SES CDP.
These documents may be used to determine your eligibility to be considered under this announcement. Non-competitive applicants do not need to submit ECQ narratives, but you must clearly state your status in your resume and submit written narrative response to the Mandatory Technical Qualification (s); not more than 2 pages per each MTQ. The agency has the option of considering you non-competitively or including you in the competitive process.
6. Current or former Political Appointees (if applicable) - please note on your resume and attach an SF-50 (i.e. your appointment SF-50). OPM must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/25/2023 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.
After the announcement closes, the Human Resources Office will conduct a review of your application package. If your application is complete and you meet basic qualification requirements, it will be forwarded to a Rating Panel/Executive Resources Board (ERB) for further review of your narrative statements addressing the required ECQs and MTQs. The best qualified candidates may be invited to participate in a structured interview. The Rating Panel/ERB will decide which Best Qualified applicants will be referred to the Selecting Official. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. All applicants will be notified of the outcome of their applications once a final selection is made.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
