Vacancy Summary

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Ability to research and analyze IT enterprise data architecture problems, issues, and project or program requirements.

Ability to plan, develop, and implement federal IT enterprise data architecture guidelines and policies.

Knowledge of the IT enterprise data architecture principles, methods, and techniques of IT project planning, management, monitoring, and evaluation.

Ability to effectively communicate in written form both internally (to senior staff, leadership and colleagues) and externally (to stakeholders, funders and federal partners) regarding IT enterprise data architecture programs and policies.

Ability to plan, implement and manage an IT enterprise data architecture

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Led major technology initiatives, summarizing data and presenting the most complex information to members of various disciplines to coordinate business operations. For example, built and maintained enterprise and system level data dictionaries, taxonomies and ontologies.

Designed and implemented Enterprise-class data Warehouses at the Subject Matter Expert level combining data from disparate sources and various formats on multiple large scale projects .

Independently developed new programs, long-range plans, and consulted with top management to ensure effective technology operations within the organization. Evaluated and reviewed use of resources, planned future needs, and worked with others to combine efforts and coordinate comprehensive plans. For example, implemented and maintained enterprise relational databases.

Managed agency-wide IT projects and initiatives that involved innovative concepts or approaches where precedents did not exist, where large numbers of people or multiple agencies were affected, and where there was a significant impact on the delivery of customer support services. For example, led large, IT projects with high risk, such as Big Data analysis or other high interest, mission-critical projects.

Analyzed technology trends and recommended solutions for technology problems having government wide implications. Provided decisive evidence and convincing arguments from a position of the highest organizational authority for the formulation of policies and implementation of new regulations to overcome current technology problems. For example, developed an enterprise master data management plan for an agency

Designed, created and managed enterprise Data Models on large scale projects at the Subject Matter Expert Level that required the combination and operation of a variety of persistent data stores such as relational databases, map-reduce databases, web data, flat files.

MINIMUM FEDERAL QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Grade 15:

Qualifying experience for the GS-15 level requires IT-related experience that demonstrates each of the following four competencies: Attention to Detail; Customer Service; Oral Communication; and Problem Solving; AND one (1) year of specialized experience at least equivalent to the GS-14 level. Specialized experience is experience that is in or directly related to the line of work of the position to be filled and that has equipped the applicant with the particular competencies/knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. Experience must be IT-related and may be paid or unpaid experience.

Example of specialized experience for positions at the GS-15 level, typically gained in the IT field or through performance of work where the primary concern is IT, includes experience analyzing a number of alternative approaches when advising management concerning major aspects of IT system design. The experience demonstrates accomplishment of IT project assignments requiring knowledge of IT requirements and techniques pertinent to the position to be filled.

Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs

Information Technology Specialist (Data Management), GS-2210-15

Announcement Number:	JP-14-105	Application Deadline:	06/19/2014
Locations:	WASHINGTON / DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA / DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA	Open Date:	06/06/2014
Salary Range:	Min: 12490.0 - Max: 157100.0	Location Notes:
Pay Schedule:	Annual	Who May Apply:	US Citizens
Time Limit:	Permanent - No time limit	Promotion Potential:	15
Number of Vacancies:	1	Work Schedule:	Full Time

Agency Marketing Statement:

Are you interested in working for a cutting edge agency with a mission to improve public safety, and the fair administration of justice? If so, the Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Justice Programs, (OJP), is seeking a high performing individual to serve as a IT Specialist (Data Management). The incumbent oversees, plans, designs, develops and implements agency-wide enterprise data architecture that addresses mission-critical objectives.
Are you interested in working for a cutting edge agency with a mission to improve public safety, and the fair administration of justice? If so, the Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Justice Programs, (OJP), is seeking a high performing individual to serve as a IT Specialist (Data Management). The incumbent oversees, plans, designs, develops and implements agency-wide enterprise data architecture that addresses mission-critical objectives.

Notes:

This position is located in the Office of Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Department of Justice. This position serves as the Senior Enterprise Data Architect providing analysis and advice to OCIO and OJP management on the implementation of an enterprise data architecture for the agency. The Senior Data Architect is responsible for creating an integrated, tiered enterprise data architecture that supports improved planning and risk management at the agency and jurisdiction or division levels. In addition, the Senior Data Architect is responsible for developing standards for common computing platforms that enhance interoperability and reduce cost of ownership; and improving OJP's planning and decision-making.

This position is located in the Office of Chief Information Officer (OCIO), Office of Justice Programs (OJP), Department of Justice. This position serves as the Senior Enterprise Data Architect providing analysis and advice to OCIO and OJP management on the implementation of an enterprise data architecture for the agency. The Senior Data Architect is responsible for creating an integrated, tiered enterprise data architecture that supports improved planning and risk management at the agency and jurisdiction or division levels. In addition, the Senior Data Architect is responsible for developing standards for common computing platforms that enhance interoperability and reduce cost of ownership; and improving OJP's planning and decision-making.

Duties:

As OJP's Senior Data Architect, evaluates an agency's mission, goals, plans, business processes, and programs, and develops and implements enterprise data architecture strategies and plans for an agency that address mission-critical program objectives. Evaluates current organizational IT architectural models and capabilities, and provides authoritative advice and guidance on IT enterprise data solutions for an agency.
As OJP's Senior Data Architect, evaluates an agency's mission, goals, plans, business processes, and programs, and develops and implements enterprise data architecture strategies and plans for an agency that address mission-critical program objectives. Evaluates current organizational IT architectural models and capabilities, and provides authoritative advice and guidance on IT enterprise data solutions for an agency.
Oversees, plans, designs, develops and implements agency-wide enterprise data architecture that addresses mission-critical objectives. Defines agency documentation standards and produces an enterprise-wide set of policies and principles for integration of the business, application, information, and technology architectures.
Oversees, plans, designs, develops and implements agency-wide enterprise data architecture that addresses mission-critical objectives. Defines agency documentation standards and produces an enterprise-wide set of policies and principles for integration of the business, application, information, and technology architectures.
Manages all aspects of multi-year IT program initiatives, including project selection, prioritization, evaluation and monitoring, cost schedule management, risk management, quality management, and resource allocations. Programs are carried out through multiple related IT projects and are established to provide IT products and/or services. Leads, coordinates, communicates, integrates, and is accountable for the overall success of the program.
Manages all aspects of multi-year IT program initiatives, including project selection, prioritization, evaluation and monitoring, cost schedule management, risk management, quality management, and resource allocations. Programs are carried out through multiple related IT projects and are established to provide IT products and/or services. Leads, coordinates, communicates, integrates, and is accountable for the overall success of the program.
Establishes an agency-wide Data Management vision and directs the development of IT standards that define what technologies and products are approved for use within an agency organization. Develops enterprise-wide data guidelines on how to best apply technology standards in creating business applications. Interprets and applies government-wide and industry best practices when developing enterprise architecture processes and methodologies.
Establishes an agency-wide Data Management vision and directs the development of IT standards that define what technologies and products are approved for use within an agency organization. Develops enterprise-wide data guidelines on how to best apply technology standards in creating business applications. Interprets and applies government-wide and industry best practices when developing enterprise architecture processes and methodologies.
Establishes a viable relationship with a wide variety of federal client agencies that manage national and worldwide programs. Conducts extensive research to gain a comprehensive understanding of client agencies' business environments, decision-making processes, budgets, and IT strategies. Consults with high-level officials of potential and existing agency clients and Industry Partners to clearly and forcefully communicate the value-added of partnering with IT Solutions.
Establishes a viable relationship with a wide variety of federal client agencies that manage national and worldwide programs. Conducts extensive research to gain a comprehensive understanding of client agencies' business environments, decision-making processes, budgets, and IT strategies. Consults with high-level officials of potential and existing agency clients and Industry Partners to clearly and forcefully communicate the value-added of partnering with IT Solutions.
Handles complex program issues and sets performance targets. Coordinates requirements in the formative stages of program initiation, design, implementation, and management. Translates management goals and objectives into effective operations and establishes control systems and progress reporting requirements that monitor program goals and priorities in order to evaluate progress and results. Adjusts progress schedules and priorities to meet new requirements or unforeseen situations.
Handles complex program issues and sets performance targets. Coordinates requirements in the formative stages of program initiation, design, implementation, and management. Translates management goals and objectives into effective operations and establishes control systems and progress reporting requirements that monitor program goals and priorities in order to evaluate progress and results. Adjusts progress schedules and priorities to meet new requirements or unforeseen situations.