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This position is located in the Financial Services Directorate, Office of the Chief Operating Officer.
The position description number for this position is 435288.
The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area.
The incumbent of this position will work a flextime work schedule.
This is a non-supervisory, non-bargaining unit position.
Learn more about this agency07/19/2024 to 08/09/2024
$139,395 - $181,216 per year
GS 14
No
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
No
Permanent - Position
Full-time - Flexitime.
Excepted
14
No
No
VAR002750
800795800
Anyone may apply - By law, employment at most U.S. Government agencies, including the Library of Congress, is limited to U.S. citizens. However, non-citizens may be hired, provided that other legal requirements are met and the Library determines there are no qualified U.S. citizens available for the position.
The incumbent will develop and maintain defensible Independent Cost Estimates (ICEs) for select Library programs; perform Independent Cost Assessments (ICAs), and craft, implement, and monitor the policies, procedures, and standards for cost management practices Library-wide. The incumbent will assess cost related risks, identify and communicate corrective actions, and collaborate with Service Unit leadership and management on budgetary and timing issues. Collaborative communication is an essential skill as the incumbent will work with Service Units and subject matter experts (SMEs) in the development of cost estimates and related cost management practices.
Directs and prepares ICEs and ICAs, providing independent cost estimates for the Library's program and projects (both IT and non-IT) in close coordination with the Office of the Chief lnformation Officer (OCIO) and other Service Units as appropriate. Develops and manages an estimation model and method to enable cost management practices. Applies in depth knowledge and experience with cost estimation software. Stays up to date on federal budgeting practices in the Legislative branch including appropriations law.
Requires expertise in parametric modeling, risk analysis, regression techniques, independent cost estimates, and IT cost estimation. Provides guidance and oversight over Library-wide cost estimation practices. Works under limited direction, performing professional level preparations for total cost estimates at different stages in the lifecycle of programs and projects. Develops cost estimation models, conducts feasibility studies and tradeoff analyses, assesses risk and schedules, and prepares and evaluates estimates. Works with stakeholders to understand program and project requirements in order to provide insightful cost management recommendations. Constructs and monitors data accumulation models to provide appropriate, evidence-based cost information to management. Provides cost information and analysis to Library stakeholders for decision-making, performance management, and future budget justification.
As part of updating cost estimates, compares actual cost and performance with estimated costs and scheduled activities. Reports any difference in costs and cost which exceeds established threshold to management. Prepares a periodic report of monitoring results and recommendations for review as required by the cost estimation governance, amongst other requirements. Coordinates and facilitates periodic meetings with management and respective stakeholders to discuss estimates, policies, and procedures. Supports independent cost reviews for programs and projects over certain thresholds.
Performs cost analysis to assist program management staff evaluate trade-offs, analyze alternatives, assess cost estimates, and run cost projections. Provides program management with cost related data for performance management. Establishes a tracking system to monitor actual versus planned performance. Prepares recommendations on planning practices. Shares best practices in cost estimation to Library program managers. Provides supplementary training on the Life Cycle Cost Estimate (LCCE) process. Leads or participates in communities of practice. Reviews for completeness cost estimate's artifacts, including of documentation for the technical baseline and basis of estimate. Supports the EPM Program Manager with program and project management duties as necessary. Prepares requests for information, statements of work, and other acquisition-related documents. Serves as Contracting Officer Representative as needed.
Leads the collaborative development of comprehensive cost management policies and procedures for various IT and non-IT programs at the Library of different size, scope, and complexity. Conducts analysis and provides recommendations to establish and formalize cost management governance with a large focus on cost estimation practices. Advises FSD and management of potential needs for new or updated cost estimation policies and procedures. Creates and revises procedures to trace costs back to underlying activities. Reviews and recommends cost related internal controls. Writes the associated policies, procedures and standards. Advises on the selection of pilot studies and conducts pilot studies to test and enhance respective policies, procedures, and their implementation. Combines strong communication skills with knowledge of cost management to assist stakeholders during the Library-wide implementation.
Develops and revises user manuals, handbooks, and training materials for cost estimation and cost management techniques, to help improve program management efficiency and effectiveness. Gathers requirements from the SUs and leverages known gaps to drive market research. Stays up to date on cost estimation practices and software. Updates training materials, tools, and policy artifacts as needed.
Library of Congress employees are prohibited from using illegal drugs, including marijuana. The Library is part of the Federal Government and abides by federal law, so regardless of individual state or District of Columbia laws, marijuana use is illegal, considered criminal activity, and can affect your employment at the Library. In addition, past or current drug use and activities (e.g., selling or distributing) may deem you ineligible for employment.
Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision.
Ability to develop fully independent cost estimates.**
Ability to develop cost management policy and procedures.**
Ability to monitor costs of projects, programs, and initiatives and provide evidence-based cost information to management.**
Ability to build and maintain relationships with individuals from varying backgrounds and levels.
Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing.
There are no education requirements for this posting.
Although it is the Library's policy to afford the maximum pay benefit to employees when setting rates of pay, a new appointee who has had no previous Federal service will generally be paid at step one of the grade.
The Library of Congress is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities who meet eligibility requirements are strongly encouraged to apply.
Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement.
Appointment/retention is subject to a favorable evaluation of an appropriate personnel security/suitability investigation. For more information, please see:Vetting Process
This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email ADA@loc.gov. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position. The proof or disability/certification may be issued by the State Vocational Rehabilitation Office, Disability Services or Career Services office of the applicant’s college or university, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The letter must verify that the applicant has a severe disability and must be dated within three years of the date of the application. Certification from health care providers are not accepted. For more information contact the Library's Office of EEO/Diversity Programs at 202-707-6024 or email spp@loc.gov. FAILURE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM.
The Library of Congress is the national library of the United States and is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such, all positions are in the excepted service.
The Library reserves the right to fill a lesser or greater number of vacancies indicated during the life of this vacancy announcement.
Initial permanent appointments to the Library of Congress require completion of a one-year probationary period. Probationary periods served at other Federal agencies do not count toward this requirement.
The Library of Congress may offer repayment for all or part of federally insured student loans. However, not all service units within the Library of Congress participates in the repayment of federally insured student loans. Therefore, determination to repay a federally insured student loan is subject to approval by the appropriate service unit.
A “Not to Exceed" (NTE) status is used to identify an appointment with a specific ending date. However, the Library has the right to separate a NTE employee at any time due to either performance issues or budget constraints.
Are you a veteran? Please indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming in your application materials and/or applicant profile and provide the appropriate supporting documentation to validate your claim. Those applying for 5-point preference must submit Member Copy 4 of your DD 214. Those applying for 10-point preference must fill out an SF-15 (click here for the form) and provide the required documentation listed on the back of the form. If required supporting documentation is not attached, Veterans' Preference will not be considered in the application process.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The Library of Congress evaluates applicants through an applicant questionnaire and a structured interview. Applicants may also be screened for some jobs through licensing, certification, and/or education requirements, a narrative/application review, and/or a preliminary telephone interview. The knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) that are marked with a double asterisk (**) in the vacancy announcement and the applicant questionnaire are considered the most critical for a position. To be considered for final selection, applicants must demonstrate fully acceptable experience in these designated KSAs in the narrative/application review, preliminary telephone and/or full structured interview. The various assessment tools listed above are designed to verify or explore applicants' experience, knowledge, and training directly related to the job in order to identify the best qualified applicants for selection.
For more information regarding eligibility requirements, please see the Library of Congress Merit Selection Plan, Section 8.5, at: Merit Selection Plan
Current or former federal employees must submit their most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50 or equivalent).
Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position. The proof or disability/certification may be issued by the State Vocational Rehabilitation Office, Disability Services or Career Services office of the applicant’s college or university, or the Department of Veterans Affairs. The letter must verify that the applicant has a severe disability and must be dated within three years of the date of the application. The program does not accept certification from health care providers. For more information contact the Library's Office of Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Programs at 202-707-6024 or email spp@loc.gov. FAILURE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM.
Please carefully follow all instructions under the How to Apply tab to ensure you are considered for the position.
You are required to apply online for this announcement. We are unable to accept mailed or emailed documents. You must complete the entire application process, including submission of all documents BEFORE this announcement closes. To do so, complete the following steps.
Step 1: If you do not already have one, create a resume on USAJOBS. Although you must enter your Social Security Number for USAJOBS, this information will not be provided to the Library of Congress.
Step 2: Review the Job Announcement. We recommend you go to the end of the Qualification and Evaluation section of the job announcement to preview the online questions that you will answer in Step 4. You may wish to customize your USAJOBS resume to ensure that it supports your responses to these questions.
Step 3: Click on the "APPLY ONLINE" button to the right of this announcement. Follow USAJOBS' instructions to access your account and submit your resume. You will be redirected to the Hiring Management website to complete the application process. If this is your first time in Hiring Management, you will be asked to answer questions related to your eligibility for Federal employment. You will be able to update this information and save it to our account for future announcements.
Step 4: Once you have completed the eligibility questions, you will be taken directly to the vacancy application questions. Answer all questions honestly and thoroughly.
Step 5: Hiring Management offers three options that will electronically attach your documentation to your online application once you finish answering the questions in the job announcement.
(1) You may select a document that you have already uploaded to USAJOBS for a previous announcement.
(2) You may electronically upload a document directly from your computer to your application. Be certain to review your complete application for confirmation of the document uploaded and click on "Finished" to be returned to USAJOBS.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you have multiple documents of the same kind, e.g. 2 undergraduate transcripts from different schools or 2 SF-50s, etc., be sure that they are all in the same file on your computer or in your USAJOBS profile before uploading them. If you try uploading them individually, only the last one sent will be visible in our system. If you have any questions about this information, please contact the person on this announcement BEFORE the closing date.
Step 6: Click on "Finish" after you have completed your application. Once you have submitted your application, you can check your status online through your Hiring Management or MY USAJOBS account. Your complete online application and any required supplemental documentation (e.g., SF-50, etc.) must be received by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the closing date of the announcement. It is your responsibility to ensure that all documents are received on time and that the materials are readable. Failure to do so will result in your application being excluded from consideration for this announcement.
If you are experiencing any technical difficulty with the online process, you MUST CONTACT THE POINT OF CONTACT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE. For all technical issues please contact jobhelp@loc.gov , no later than 4:30pm EST of the Closing Date. REQUESTS FOR EXTENSIONS WILL NOT BE GRANTED.
Please review our evaluation process under Evaluation. You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging onto the USAJOBS "My USAJOBS" tab and clicking on "My Applications." You will receive final notification via e-mail when the vacancy has been filled.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
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