Department: Department Of Transportation/ NHTSA
Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Job Announcement Number: NHTSA 09-12

Overview

Chief Information Officer

Salary Range: 117787 to 177000 USD Per Year
	Open Period: 1/7/2009 to 3/13/2009	
Series & Grade: ES-0340-00/00	Position Information: Full-Time  Permanent 	
	Duty Location: 1 vacancy -  Washington DC Metro Area, DC  	

Who May Be Considered: 
Applications will be accepted from all groups of qualified individuals. 

Job Summary:
THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION IS AN EXCITING AND PROGRESSIVE ORGANIZATION. WE ARE INTERESTED IN INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE COMMITTED TO SUPERIOR SERVICE AND WHO CAN HELP US CONTINUE TO MEET THESE HIGH STANDARDS.    EXCELLENT BENEFITS INCLUDING 401K AND FAMILY FRIENDLY LEAVE POLICIES.   VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.NHTSA.DOT.GOV

Duties

Major Duties:

The incumbent serves as the NHTSA Chief Information Officer (CIO) and reports directly to the Senior Associate Administrator for Policy & Operations.  As NHTSA’s senior-most management official and technical expert on information technology, provides strategic leadership and oversight to the organization’s information technology initiatives and investments impacting significant and complex databases and systems involving tens of millions in annual spending.  Working under the general guidance of the Clinger-Cohen Act and Paperwork Reduction Act (PRA), and in conjunction with the DOT offices and agencies, facilitates a progressive and dynamic information technology program to support NHTSA’s highway safety mission and activities.  This includes leading NHTSA’s efforts to consolidate and streamline IT systems, processes, programs, and support services across the Department; increase the public’s access to and utility of safety information; ensure the security of systems and the privacy of relevant information; employ the latest technologies to enhance program performance and workplace flexibilities; and increase the overall efficiency and effectiveness of all IT investments through the establishment and administration of a comprehensive IT program and governance structure.

Qualifications and Evaluation

Qualifications:

Candidates must have progressively more responsible administrative, supervisory, managerial or professional experience which involved management of a program or organization of significant scope and complexity.  The experience must have been sufficiently responsible to show clearly the candidate's ability to perform the duties of this position and meet the mandatory qualifications listed below.

You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position. 

How Will You Be Evaluated:

A. Technical Qualifications (Mandatory - must not exceed three pages):
1.  Demonstrated ability to develop and execute, in a collaborative manner, a comprehensive and continuous improvement IT program for a complex organization that relies heavily on information technology (IT) and IT systems solutions.  This includes the ability to lead the organizational and operational changes necessary to maintain currency with advances in IT and to take advantage of increased consolidation opportunities or mandates that affect an organization with a high degree of decentralization and independence.

2.  Expert knowledge and proven experience in the practical application of the myriad of laws, executive orders, and other national policies governing information management, e.g., Clinger-Cohen Act; Paper Reduction Act; Paperwork Elimination Act; Performance and Results Act; and increased information sensitivity and security, especially in times of competing budgetary resources. 

3.  Demonstrated ability to provide expert guidance and technical leadership to program managers in the governance of a multi-million dollar IT budget, ensuring that all IT investments are properly planned, cost-justified, monitored and managed through their life-cycle, using Earned Value Management, Return-on-Investment (ROI) analysis to make the most informed decisions to support the strategic agency objectives.
B. Managerial Qualifications (Mandatory):

You will be evaluated on the following Executive Core Qualifications:
ECQ 1 - LEADING CHANGE . This core qualification involves the ability to bring about strategic change, both within and outside the organization, to meet organizational goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to establish an organizational vision and to implement it in a continuously changing environment.
Leadership Competencies:

	1. Creativity and Innovation
Develops new insights into situations; questions conventional approaches; encourages new ideas and innovations; designs and implements new or cutting edge programs/processes.
	2. External Awareness
Understands and keeps up-to-date on local, national, and international policies and trends that affect the organization and shape stakeholders' views; is aware of the organization's impact on the external environment. 
	3. Flexibility
Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. 
	4. Resilience
Deals effectively with pressure; remains optimistic and persistent, even under adversity. Recovers quickly from setbacks.
	5. Strategic Thinking
Formulates objectives and priorities, and implements plans consistent with the long-term interests of the organization in a global environment. Capitalizes on opportunities and manages risks.
	6. Vision
Takes a long-term view and builds a shared vision with others; acts as a catalyst for organizational change. Influences others to translate vision into action.

ECQ 2 - LEADING PEOPLE. This core qualification involves the ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to provide an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others, facilitates cooperation and teamwork, and supports constructive resolution of conflicts.
Leadership Competencies:

	1. Conflict Management
Encourages creative tension and differences of opinions. Anticipates and takes steps to prevent counter-productive confrontations. Manages and resolves conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner.
	2. Leveraging Diversity
Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and mission of the organization. 
	3. Developing Others (New)
Develops the ability of others to perform and contribute to the organization by providing ongoing feedback and by providing opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods.
	4. Team Building
Inspires and fosters team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust. Facilitates cooperation and motivates team members to accomplish group goals.

ECQ 3 - RESULTS DRIVEN. This core qualification involves the ability to meet organizational goals and customer expectations. Inherent to this ECQ is the ability to make decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks.
Leadership Competencies:

	1. Accountability
Holds self and others accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Accepts responsibility for mistakes. Complies with established control systems and rules.
	2. Customer Service
Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers. Delivers high-quality products and services; is committed to continuous improvement.
	3. Decisiveness
Makes well-informed, effective, and timely decisions, even when data are limited or solutions produce unpleasant consequences; perceives the impact and implications of decisions.
	4. Entrepreneurship
Positions the organization for future success by identifying new opportunities; builds the organization by developing or improving products or services. Takes calculated risks to accomplish organizational objectives.
	5. Problem Solving
Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations.
	6. Technical Credibility
Understands and appropriately applies principles, procedures, requirements, regulations, and policies related to specialized expertise.

ECQ 4 - BUSINESS ACUMEN. This core qualification involves the ability to manage human, financial, and information resources strategically.
Leadership Competencies:

	1. Financial Management
Understands the organization's financial processes. Prepares, justifies, and administers the program budget. Oversees procurement and contracting to achieve desired results. Monitors expenditures and uses cost-benefit thinking to set priorities. 
	2. Human Capital Management
Builds and manages workforce based on organizational goals, budget considerations, and staffing needs. Ensures that employees are appropriately recruited, selected, appraised, and rewarded; takes action to address performance problems. Manages a multi-sector workforce and a variety of work situations.
	3. Technology Management
Keeps up-to-date on technological developments. Makes effective use of technology to achieve results. Ensures access to and security of technology systems.

ECQ 5 - BUILDING COALITIONS. This core qualification involves the ability to build coalitions internally and with other Federal agencies, State and local governments, nonprofit and private sector organizations, foreign governments, or international organizations to achieve common goals.
Leadership Competencies:

	1. Partnering
Develops networks and builds alliances; collaborates across boundaries to build strategic relationships and achieve common goals.
	2. Political Savvy
Identifies the internal and external politics that impact the work of the organization. Perceives organizational and political reality and acts accordingly.
	3. Influencing/Negotiating
Persuades others; builds consensus through give and take; gains cooperation from others to obtain information and accomplish goals.

Fundamental Competencies These competencies are the foundation for success in each of the Executive Core Qualifications.
Competencies:

	1. Interpersonal Skills
Treats others with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.
	2. Oral Communication
Makes clear and convincing oral presentations. Listens effectively; clarifies information as needed.
	3. Integrity/Honesty
Behaves in an honest, fair, and ethical manner. Shows consistency in words and actions. Models high standards of ethics.
	4. Written Communication
Writes in a clear, concise, organized, and convincing manner for the intended audience.
	5. Continual Learning
Assesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues self-development.
	6. Public Service Motivation
Shows a commitment to serve the public. Ensures that actions meet public needs; aligns organizational objectives and practices with public interests.

Benefits and Other Information

Benefits:
You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.  Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltci New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/job extra info.asp#Hold Tel e-work / telecom muting may be made available after you have come on board. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/job extra info.asp#Tell Alternative work schedule options are available.  If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program is run.  You can use Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts for expenses that are tax-deductible, but not reimbursed by any other source, including out-of-pocket expenses and non-covered benefits under their FEHB plans. More Info: http://www.usajobs.gov/job extra info.asp#FSA 

Other Information:

You must submit all required information by the closing date. If materials are not received, your application will be evaluated solely on the information available and you may not receive full consideration or may not be considered eligible.

The materials you send with your application will not be returned.

If you fax your application, we will not consider it.

Send only those materials needed to evaluate your application. Please do not place your application in a notebook or binder.

Before entering on duty, you will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450. You will need to provide the information annually.

If you left federal employment and received a buyout and you are selected for this position, you may be required to repay the full amount of the buyout to the agency that paid you. 

How to Apply

How to Apply:
You may submit your resume for this job online by selecting the ’Apply Online’ button at the bottom of this announcement. Please note: your online resume may not be a complete application. Be sure to carefully read this announcement to see if additional information is required and how it should be submitted. If you do not use the online feature, you should send your resume, or Optional Form 612, along with any other required documents to the address shown below.    You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement.   Applicants must submit the following:  A resume or an Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF 612). We encourage you to use the USAJOBS resume builder. Although we do not require a specific format, certain information is required to determine if you are qualified.    A narrative statement specifically addressing the five executive core qualifications (ECQs), and each of the technical qualifications.    If you are a current or former federal employee with reinstatement eligibility, you must submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action (SF50) and a copy of your most recent Performance Appraisal.  If you are currently in the SES Program or SES-certified, you must provide proof ( i.e., SF-50).  As an executive, to assist in the selection process a summary of relevant experience against the five ECQs is required (no more than three pages).   Applicants who are not in the Senior Executive Service program, the write-up for the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ's) should not exceed eight pages and should focus on  accomplishments which support possession of each of the five ECQ's.  For samples and additional guidance, applicants are strongly encouraged to visit the OPM's 'Guide to Senior Executive Service Qualifications' locate at http://www.opm.gov/ses/quality.asp#qualify

Contact Information:
	Tamika Robinson
	Phone: 202-366-2607
	TDD: 202-366-2602
	Internet: Tamika.Robinson@dot.gov
	
	Or Write:
	Department Of Transportation/ NHTSA
	Office of Human Resources
	1200 New Jersey Ave. SE   RM/W51-262
	Washington DC 20590 
	US

What to Expect Next:

You will receive an email or letter confirming that we have received your application package.

EEO Policy Statement

The United States Government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factor.

Reasonable Accommodation

Federal agencies must provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the hiring agency directly. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Veterans Information

Veterans who served on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces and were separated under honorable conditions may be eligible for veterans’ preference. For service beginning after October 15, 1976, the veteran must have served the required length of time and have a Campaign Badge, Expeditionary Medal, a service-connected disability, or have served in the Gulf War between August 2, 1990, and January 2, 1992.

The Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) gives veterans access to job vacancies that might otherwise be closed to them. The law allows eligible veterans to compete for vacancies advertised under agency’s promotion procedures when the agency is seeking applications from outside of its own workforce.

To claim veterans’ preference, veterans should be ready to provide a copy of their DD-214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, or other proof. Veterans with service connected disability and others claiming 10 point preference will need to submit Form SF-15, Application for 10-point Veterans’ Preference.

For more specifics on all veterans employment issues such as Veterans preference or special appointing authorities see the VetGuide.

Legal and Regulatory Guidance

Social Security Number - Your Social Security Number is requested under the authority of Executive Order 9397 to uniquely identify your records from those of other applicants who may have the same name. As allowed by law or Presidential directive, your Social Security Number is used to seek information about you from employers, schools, banks, and others who may know you. Failure to provide your Social Security Number on your application materials, will result in your application not being processed.

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Signature - Before you are hired, you will be required to sign and certify the accuracy of the information in your application.

False Statements - If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or you may be subject to fine, imprisonment, or other disciplinary action.

Selective Service - If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law.