Summary
The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Contingency Broadcast Technology Senior Program Manager. The complete vacancy announcement and application can be found on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/J5NY. This vacancy announcement closes at 7pm EST on the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.
Duties
Serves as a subject matter expert in complex broadcast systems and life-cycling of critical continuity systems; leads technical coordination for stakeholders. Leads development of project technical requirements; communicates project plans, schedules, technical direction, and impacts to stakeholders; provides regular updates to stakeholders. Maintains program plans and works closely with the respective departments; monitors the progress, milestones, and deliverables; provides performance feedback and recommendations. Reviews and evaluates proposals for completeness and adherence to Senate Recording Studio’s technical requirements; participates in the source selection process. Develops contingency plans, standard operating procedures, guides, and checklists to mitigate risks and provide for continuity of Senate broadcast operations. Participates in Continuity of Operations (COOP) Continuity of Government (COG) planning, including exercises, drills and training. Resolves complex technical problems associated with audio, video, and control systems. Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- For conditions of employment and citizenship requirements, please visit the job announcement on the United States Senate Career Page at https://sen.gov/J5NY.
Qualifications
Other Duties/ Responsibilities - Deploys as part of the Emergency Relocation Group/Forward Operation Center. Monitors/reports on status of Senate resources and capabilities during a continuity event. (OSEPC Contingency Programs only).
- Serves as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).
- Maintains awareness of project budgets and advises management regarding any funding concerns or issues.
Required Work Experience - Five to eight years of experience of building television/production facilities, five years of experience in program management/ project supervision.
Required Special Skills/ Knowledge - Knowledge of principles, methods, and practices of project/ program management, including project budgeting, scheduling, staffing, risk management and requirements analysis.
- Ability to organize and coordinate resources and prioritization of objectives to achieve program and organizational goals.
- Ability to analyze difficult and complex issues and to make recommendations for action.
- Ability to conduct research and prepare clear and concise analyses and reports.
- Ability to develop and implement short- and long-range project plans and bring projects to a successful conclusion.
- Knowledge of the operational and maintenance characteristics of television and broadcast recording equipment.
- Ability to read and create engineering drawings and documentation, develop action plans for equipment installation, and instruct production staff in equipment operation.
- Ability to operate a full range of audio, video, and fiber optic test equipment, including meters, analyzers and related devices.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers, co-workers, and contractors with tact and diplomacy.
- Ability to use various automated office systems and software programs.
- Understanding of requirements for handling of secure information, secure communication systems.
As part of our hiring process, we may conduct a skills assessment to better understand an applicant’s proficiency in key areas relevant to the role. Working Conditions No exceptional physical demands. Security Clearance - This position requires that the applicant obtain and maintain a Top-Secret U.S. Government security clearance.
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens in order for the SAA to submit your application for a security clearance.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in electronic engineering, information
technology.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application will be evaluated by a panel on the quality and extent of your total accomplishments, experience, and education. Highly qualified candidates may be interviewed and a reference check conducted.
Required Documents
You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
All applicants must apply for jobs online using this link: https://sen.gov/J5NY. Paper application materials, resumes and attachments that are sent via email, mail or brought in-person will not be considered or accepted. All applicants MUST attach their documents to the online employment application.
Next steps
Qualified candidates will be contacted directly.
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