Duties- Skill in the disciplines involved in planning, directing, coordinating, and controlling national programs.
- Knowledge of policies, programs, and organizational structures sufficient to coordinate major management initiatives with other federal or private sector entities.
- Ability to advise, provide managerial advice, and serve as a technical advisor to senior-level executives.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective communication (oral and written) with persons both at all organizational levels and with officials of other departments and agencies on policy, technical and administrative matters.
- Ability to manage and/or supervise (plan, organize, direct, control, review, et al) the work activities of subordinates.
- Knowledge of developments and new applications of information technology (hardware, software, telecommunications) and their applications to business processes, and implementation of information systems to meet organizational requirements.
- Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
- Solves problems/issues quickly and effectively, involving a methodical step-by-step approach to thinking; breaks down complex problems into single and manageable components and considering each part in detail.
- Makes a systematic comparison of various alternatives; Notices discrepancies and inconsistencies in available information; Identifies a set of features, parameters, or considerations to take into account.
RequirementsConditions of Employment- You must be a U.S. citizen to apply for this job.
- Selectees are subject to a background/suitability investigation.
- Selective Service registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
- A probationary period is required for supervisors if supervisory probationary period has not been completed in federal service.
- A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc.
- Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.
QualificationsTo qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/24/2024. The Office of Personnel Management's (OPM's) group qualification standards covering white collar occupations in the Federal competitive service can be found: Here Specialized Experience:GS-15: Applicants must have one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade (GS-14) in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Specialized experience is work experience that equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position. Specialized experience for this position is defined as:- Providing expert technical advice and guidance to senior leadership on appropriate application of technology to meet current and future mission requirements.
- Developing and implementing of IT capabilities and policy; as a subject matter expert.
- Performing oversight roles within the planning implementing, monitoring, and assessing programs.
- Experience that demonstrated management/leadership experience such as applying management techniques, methods, theories, and principles for the accomplishment of all program objectives with combined technical and administrative oversight.
- Experience applying communicative techniques to effectively and diplomatically interact with internal and external customers.
Note: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; religions; 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 you document, to include volunteer experience.Education There is no substitute of education at the grade of this announced vacancy.
Additional informationThis is not a Virtual/Remote Position. The selected applicant will be required to report to 1800 G St, NW, Washington, DC, 20006, on a regular and recurring basis.
Work Schedule: Regular office hours, Monday -Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Alternate work schedules may be available.
Physical Requirements: The work is sedentary.
Promotion Potential: None-Vacancy is being announced at full performance level.
VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility may be discussed during the interview process. Telework is subject to approval by individual supervisors and managers, is considered a privilege not a right, is subject to approval based on performance and other varying factors, and is not guaranteed.
Telework: is available per agency and program policies.
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6, or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
Placement Policy: The posting of this announcement does not obligate management to fill a vacancy or vacancies by promotion. The position may be filled by reassignment, change to lower grade, transfer, appointment, or reinstatement. Management may use any one or any combination of these methods to fill the position.
"Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer (TJO). Please visit the Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP), https://www.va.gov/EMPLOYEE/docs/The-Fair-Chance-to-Compete-Act.pdf."
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