This position is part of the Defense Human Resources Activity, Defense Human Resources Activity. The incumbent will be responsible for the organization's enterprise Information Technology goals and objectives, metrics methods and concepts used in developing policies and plans, capital planning process and in evaluating the accomplishing Information Technology goals and objectives.

Duties

This position is being filled under the memorandum from the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness (USD(P&R)) "Expansion of Direct Hire Authority for Certain Personnel of the Department of Defense," dated October 15, 2021. As a IT PROGRAM MANAGER (PLCYPLN) at the GS-2210-14 some of your typical work assignments may include: 1. Leads support for planning, development, and implementation of improvements in information technology services, capabilities, and data standards in support of assigned programs within the DMDC service catalogue. 2. Responsible for developing policies, procedures, and strategies governing the planning and delivery of services and providing expert technical advice, guidance, and recommendations to management and other technical specialists on critical DMDC Program issues. 3. Defines requirements and coordinates with product managers for assigned system projects throughout the systems life cycle from technical solution development, system design and testing, fielding, operations/sustainment, through the retirement/replacement phases. 4. Oversees the implementation of plans, procurements, risks, and deliverables of program elements; develops and tracks performance metrics and provides regular program-level status updates. 5. Manages and evaluates the requirements development process to mitigate impact on cost, schedule, and performance. Responsible for analysis and providing solutions that satisfy the requirements of the user community. 6. Develops a communication strategy to engage stakeholders, manage their expectations, and improve their acceptance of the objectives of the program. Generates buy-in to the business goals and technical approach of the program. 7. Identifies, collects, verifies, and validates individual project cost and schedule estimates of aggregate costs to a program-level business case. Develops business cases that effectively and efficiently offer sound business solutions based on quantitative and qualitative decision criteria. 8. Develops proposed multi-year budget plans and annual operating budgets and identifies funding sources in support of program management. Plans, programs, and determines distribution of allotted funds, resolves budget shortfalls, and identifies management staffing and contracting requirements. 9. Oversees execution of program related projects and closely monitors program progress; responds and adapts plans to changes and manages risk. Assesses the value and organizational impact of projects, ensuring that the target benefits are measurable and related to business goals. Monitors and reports progress and performance of the program related projects with regard to scope, schedule, cost, resource, quality and risk.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Occasional Travel
• Work Schedule: Full-time
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Suitable for Federal employment, determined by a background investigation
• Must obtain and maintain Non-Critical Sensitive Security Clearance
• Overtime: Occasionally
• Tour of Duty: Flexible
• Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
• Financial Disclosure: Not Required
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period

Qualifications

You may qualify at the GS -14 , if you fulfill the following qualifications: One year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in the Federal service as listed below: Reviews public laws, regulations, and policies that affect Information Technology life-cycle management, strategic planning, Information Technology investment management, and performance management. Leads support for planning, development, and implementation of improvements in information technology services, capabilities, and data standards. Plans and synchronizes IT program resources for requirements and tracks execution to report to stakeholders Provides updates to agency management on program cost analysis, annual/multi-year and long-range fiscal/program planning and/or commercial issues. Directs/conducts cost comparison/benefit studies of current or projected programs. Develops lifecycle cost analysis of projects. Conducts studies and evaluations of programs, which involve isolating, identifying, and recommending solutions to critical problems affecting the administration of important agency programs and the attainment of agency program goals and objectives. 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. In addition to meeting qualifications, your application package must reflect the applicable experience to meet the Individual Occupational Requirements for the 2210, series as listed below: Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate. For all positions individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. 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. 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.

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Contacts

• Address Defense Human Resources Activity 4800 Mark Center Drive Alexandria, VA 22350-110 US
• Name: DHRA Servicing Team
• Phone: 6146920201
• Email: [email protected]