Deputy Assistant Administrator, Information Systems Division

Job title: Deputy Assistant Administrator, Information Systems Division

Company: Federal government of the United States

Location: Arlington, VA

Salary Type: Y

Expected salary: $147649 – 221900 per year

Min Salary: 147649

Max Salary: 221900

Job date: Sat, 17 Aug 2024 01:23:43 GMT

Date Posted: Sat, 17 Aug 2024 01:23:43 GMT

Job description:
SummaryServes as the Deputy Assistant Administrator (DAA) and Deputy Chief Information Officer for the Information Systems Division (TC) with full technical responsibility for leading the management, administration and execution of the development, implementation and operation of program policies and procedures pertaining to the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) Information Technology Program (IT). The IT Program supports all domestic and foreign DEA offices located around the world.Overview

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Open & closing dates08/15/2024 to 09/04/2024Salary$147,649 – $221,900 per yearPay scale & gradeES 00Location1 vacancy in the following location:Remote jobNoTelework eligibleYes—as determined by the agency policy.Travel RequiredOccasional travel – You may be expected to travel for this position.Relocation expenses reimbursedNoAppointment typePermanentWork scheduleFull-timeServiceSenior ExecutivePromotion potential00Job family (Series)Supervisory statusYesSecurity clearanceDrug testYesPosition sensitivity and riskTrust determination processFinancial disclosureYesBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberSES-24-12-KGFControl number804957300This job is open toClarification from the agencyThis is an SES-Excepted service position. The ECQs for this position are not certified by OPM nor do they go through OPM’s qualifications review board. Please review Federal Hiring Paths for more information: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/DutiesServes as the principal advisor to the Assistant Administrator, Information Systems Division (TC) for all matters involving the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Information Technology program. The incumbent provides authoritative advice on all IT program areas.Conceives plans, directs and coordinates through subordinate managers, the full range of IT services required to meet the needs of DEA. Incumbent oversees the management, development, implementation, and evaluation of state-of the-art, cutting-edge, global information technology solutions, ensuring that they meet DEA’s mission requirements.Responsible for response to the requirements identified by information systems users in the development, testing, integration, implementation, evaluation, operation and maintenance of information technology systems used to secure DEA’s mission.Designs and develops strategic plans to ensure a sound integrated IT architecture and promotes effective system design and operation of all IT systems.Analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of IT projects and operations, ensuring that technical performance measures are met and that projects remain within budget and on time. Provides guidance and recommendations to senior agency officials and subordinates on advanced systems projects and resolves critical problems in a timely, cost-effective manner.Assists the Chief Information Officer (CIO) in developing agency directives to implement Congressional and executive level policy changes for information technology that impact computing resource requirements. Analyzes statutory requirements against existing directives to assess the degree of change necessary to comply with the new requirements, coordinates comments on revised directives as part of the review process and incorporates comments or resolves issues into final directives.Responsible for facilitating the acquisition and support of automated data processing hardware and software. Oversight and control budget execution for contractors through-out the Division.Advises senior management officials both internal and external to DEA on all aspects of IT programs.RequirementsConditions of Employment

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Background and/or Security Clearance
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Drug testing designated position
• New appointees must successfully complete a 1-year probationary period
• This is a Senior Executive Service (SES) – Excepted Service Position. Please review Federal Hiring Paths for more information: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/
• Please review the Political Appointee Disclosure Requirement paragraph listed under the “Required Documents” section”

QualificationsQualifications include both general management skills and characteristics that are applicable to all SES positions and technical or program responsibilities specific to this position. Applicants must have substantive general experience which provides a good basic or general knowledge of the principles of organization, management, and administration; and substantive specialized (operating administrative or managerial) experience in a type of work or a combination of functions directly related to this position. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Eligibility for this position will be based upon a clear showing that the applicant has experience of the scope and quality sufficient to effectively carry out assignments of the position.Applicants are required to submit a narrative statement for each of the five mandatory Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and each of the Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs). Do not enter “Refer to Resume” to explain your answer for either the ECQs or MTQs. Applications directing the reviewer to search within the application or to “See Resume” are considered incomplete and WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Failure to submit a narrative statement or address all of the ECQs and mandatory MTQs is also considered incomplete and WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS: To receive serious consideration, applicants for this position must demonstrate successful performance and creative leadership in prior managerial position(s). Applicants must submit a statement for each of the five ECQs listed below. Statements shall be limited to a maximum of TWO pages per ECQ. One page statements are acceptable. * LEADING CHANGE: Demonstrated ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside an organization, to meet organizational goals. Includes the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.

• LEADING PEOPLE: Demonstrated ability to lead people effectively toward the organization’s vision, mission, and goals. Includes the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive conflict resolution.
• RESULTS-DRIVEN LEADERSHIP: Demonstrated ability to successfully meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Includes the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.
• BUSINESS ACUMEN: Demonstrated ability to strategically manage human, financial, and information resources.
• BUILDING COALITIONS/COMMUNICATION: Demonstrated ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofits and private sector organizations, foreign governments, and/or international organizations to achieve common goals.

MANDATORY TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must submit a statement for each of the MTQs listed below. Please give a complete and detailed answer for each mandatory qualification. Statements shall be limited to a maximum of ONE page per MTQ.MTQ 1 – Expert knowledge of best practices in information technology management and acquisitions, and skill in managing complex IT programs that support an enterprise vision, create improved customer service, and ensure IT program performance in a large, geographically-dispersed organization.MTQ 2 – Experience in applying knowledge of system development methods, IT operations and cybersecurity to major acquisition programs to achieve the desired outcome of supporting the mission at the best value for the government.MTQ 3 – Successful performance in this position requires progressively responsible experience in the management, administration, direction, and control of Information Technology programs.EducationEducation: All academic degrees and coursework must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutionsDesired Education: Desired Education: Undergraduate or Graduate Education or equivalent experience.Additional informationDiversity Statement
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.Direct Deposit: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.Drug testing is required for this position.All non-DEA applicants must complete a drug use questionnaire. Applicants who are found, through investigation or personal admission, to have experimented with or used narcotics or dangerous drugs, except those medically prescribed, will not be considered for employment with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Exceptions to this policy may be made fo