Summary

This position is located in the Technology Strategy & Modernization Branch, Enterprise Architecture Division, Office of the Chief Information Officer, Federal Election Commission. The Technology Strategy & Modernization Branch functions as the agency's modernization engine, aligning enterprise architecture, artificial intelligence (AI), emerging technologies, data modernization, and disciplined portfolio governance to deliver secure, scalable, compliant, and mission-aligned IT capabilities.

Duties

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This position provides the Federal Election Commission (FEC) the technological support as the IT Branch Chief, leading the agency's enterprise IT modernization and AI transformation efforts, providing executive leadership and strategic direction. As the IT Project Manager (ENTARCH) in this position, you will:

• Develop long term modernization and AI adoption roadmaps.
• Oversee multi-year IT investment planning and lifecycle cost management.
• Chair governance and investment review boards.
• Integrate enterprise risk management and cybersecurity into modernization initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with federal IT statutes, capital planning requirements, and evolving AI governance policies.
• Supervise IT staff and cross-functional teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure modernization initiatives are executed effectively, responsibly, and in alignment with agency priorities.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• You must be a U.S. citizen or national.
• You must be able to pass a background investigation.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service (see Legal and regulatory guidance below).
• You may be required to serve a 2 year probationary period.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• You must meet eligibility and qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement.
• Status candidates must meet time-in-grade/band requirements (52 weeks at the next lower grade).

Qualifications

COMPETENCIES: The following competencies are required:

• Attention to Detail- Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
• Customer Service- Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
• Decision Making- Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.
• Information Management- Identifies a need for and knows where or how to gather information; organizes and maintains information or information management systems.
• Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations.
• Oral Communication- Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
• Problem Solving- Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
• Teamwork - Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.
• Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.

Applicants must meet or exceed the minimum proficiency levels for the general competencies listed above AND specialized experience for the grade level(s) for which they are applying.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE GS-14: Applicants must have at least one full year of IT related specialized experience comparable in scope and responsibility to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service performing ALL 4 of the specialized experience requirements listed below: (1) leading enterprise IT modernization initiatives involving cloud technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), enterprise architecture, cybersecurity integration, or data modernization efforts; and (2) managing IT programs or projects involving strategic planning, risk management, acquisition oversight, and lifecycle management of enterprise technology solutions; and (3) providing leadership to cross-functional teams, contractors, and stakeholders while overseeing project execution, resource allocation, and organizational change initiatives; and (4) providing executive-level oversight and guidance for organizational technology programs.

NOTE: Your application will be considered ineligible and removed from further consideration, if your resume fails to demonstrate ALL 4 specialized experience requirements listed above.

COVER LETTER GS-14- In addition to the resume, all applicants must provide a cover letter describing your proficiency in the following 7 competencies identified below:

1. AI Architecture and Implementation: Knowledge of delivering AI-ready solutions, including secure data access, model deployment and monitoring, policy and governance, and change management.
2. Attention to Detail- Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
3. Customer Service- Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.
4. Information Technology Architecture: Knowledge of architectural methodologies used in the design and development of information systems, including a systems architecture, internal operations and integration with other systems.
5. Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations.
6. Oral Communication- Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.
7. Problem Solving- Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

NOTE: Your application will be considered ineligible and removed from further consideration for this position, if you do not provide a Cover Letter that demonstrates your proficiency in ALL 7 of the competencies listed above.

Status candidates must meet time-in-grade/band requirements: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-13 is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-14 grade level. (Must submit your SF-50 that shows Time-in-Grade eligibility and reflects your title, series, and grade. (No award SF-50 will be accepted).

Part-time or unpaid experience: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

Volunteer work experience: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience at the GS-14 grade level of this announcement.

Additional information

FEC offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays. Other benefits may include: flexible work schedules, telework and transportation subsidies.

If you receive a tentative offer of employment for this position, you will be required to complete an Optional Form 306, Declaration for Federal Employment, and to sign and certify the accuracy of all information in your application, prior to entry on duty. False statements on any part of the application may result in withdrawal of offer of employment, dismissal after beginning work, fine, or imprisonment.

All materials must be submitted by the closing date of the announcement.

This is a non-bargaining unit position.

Noncompetitive Appointment Authorities: The following links contain information on the eligibility requirements to be considered under a noncompetitive appointing authority:

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Additional selections may be made from this announcement.

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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.

Benefits

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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.