Director - Office of Administration and Technology Job in Washington, DC

Vacancy No. 25-04 Department U. S. Sentencing Commission
Salary $212,671.00 to $218,340.00 Grade 1 to 2
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 1/6/2025 Close Date 2/3/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Washington, DC


Summary

The Office of Administration & Technology (OAT) supports all aspects of the Commission's mission from daily operation and business functions to long-term Commission projects. The Director of Administration & Technology is a member of the senior management team and reports directly to the staff director. The incumbent oversees the support services of the Commission, which include administrative services, finance, human resources, information systems, and information technology.

Duties

ABOUT THE OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATION & TECHNOLOGY (OAT)

The Office of Administration & Technology (OAT) supports all aspects of the Commission's mission from daily operation and business functions to long-term Commission projects. The services include financial management (including budget, procurement, and travel), facilities and office management, and human resources management.

In addition, the office is responsible for both information technology and information systems support. The Technology Solutions & Services team establishes and maintains remote capabilities, cybersecurity, website, and all end-user hardware and software. The Information Systems Development & Administration team develops and maintains the Commission's computer networks and extensive information systems using a range of Oracle technologies. Some of the key information systems applications this office supports are essential to the Commission research functions of analyzing and disseminating federal sentencing data to policymakers and the federal criminal justice community.

In fulfilling these roles, the Office of Administration & Technology is vital to the smooth function of the agency.

DUTIES
The Director of Administration & Technology is a member of the senior management team and reports directly to the staff director. The incumbent oversees the support services of the Commission, which include administrative services, finance, human resources, information systems, and information technology.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Managing a diverse staff involved in the various support services of the Commission and facilitating their efforts to meet the goals of OAT and the agency.
  • Identifying, planning, and facilitating the rollout of strategic plans and new programs for the continuous improvement of services to the Commission.
  • Making recommendations to the staff director regarding:
    • Human resources management, policies, practices, and procedures.
    • Budget plans, contracting, and procurement.
    • Software programs, hardware, databases, technology security, infrastructure, and maintenance functions.
    • Building maintenance, security, and services.
  • Collaborating with senior staff members and other stakeholders in support of various Commission projects.
  • Regularly assessing the productivity, efficiency, and consistency of services provided by OAT staff to ensure they are meeting Commission-wide strategic goals.
  • Evaluating the performance and developing the skills of OAT staff on both an ongoing and periodic basis.
  • Evaluating and updating the Commission's administrative policy work in conjunction with the Office of General Counsel, human resources staff, and other administrative managers and senior staff.
  • Serving as a liaison with senior staff from other federal government agencies.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment


Qualifications

MANDATORY QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have at least 10 years of demonstrated leadership abilities and extensive management experience which is directly related to the line of work of this position, and which has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to carry out the duties of this position. Progressively responsible experience in public service or in the private sector which provides a thorough understanding of organizational, procedural, and human aspects in managing is required.

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree from an accredited university or college in a related field of study.

Applicants must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-15 level.

Applicants must have demonstrated work experience related to the mandatory requirements listed below and must address the qualification requirements in an attached cover letter or narrative.
  • Demonstrated business acumen and experience related to at least one of the following areas: budget, financial management, contracting & procurement, human resources, information technology, or information systems, and the ability to acquire knowledge and administer all the above areas in a manner which instills public trust and accomplishes the Commission's mission.
  • The ability to express, orally and in writing, complex issues in clear and succinct language so that the concepts are understood at all levels of the agency. Ability to lead people toward meeting the organization's mission and providing an inclusive workplace that fosters the development of others and facilitates cooperation and teamwork.
  • Ability to lead and work effectively with diverse, cross-functional teams and create a work environment that encourages creative thinking and problem-solving.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Experience within the Federal Judiciary.
BENEFITS

The Commission participates in the following federal benefits:
  • The Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program
  • The Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP)
  • The Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) program
  • Federal Retirement
  • Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
  • The Federal Leave Program
In addition, the Commission participates in the Judiciary's Flexible Spending Program for dependent care, health care, and commuter reimbursement, the government-wide Long Term Care Insurance Program, unemployment, and workers' compensation benefits.

The Commission is conveniently located next to Union Station on Capitol Hill, and is easily accessible by public transportation, including the Metro, and the MARC and VRE commuter trains. In addition to the federal benefits package, the Commission's location in the Thurgood Marshall Federal Judiciary Building offers various amenities such as a health unit, credit union, day care center, food services, and free on-site fitness center.

The Commission offers a monthly transit subsidy to employees who use mass transit to commute to and from work, subject to the availability of funds. The Commission offers alternative work schedules (AWS), which are fixed work schedules that enable full-time employees to complete the basic 80-hour biweekly work requirement in less than 10 workdays.

The Commission offers regular telework (not full-time) to employees in positions deemed eligible by the staff director and who meet the requirements of an approved telework arrangement in which an employee performs official duties at home or at an approved telework site. This position is currently eligible to regularly telework up to two days per week.

The Commission also offers training opportunities to employees through LinkedIn Learning, and the Judiciary's Online University, which offers academic credit and professional credit programs through web-based learning. These training tools assist Commission employees with taking online courses in a flexible way, by offering training courses in the areas of: staff training and development; credit toward undergraduate degree programs; continuing education and non-credit certificate programs; executive education; contract training; credit credentials courses for continuing professional education and credit for individuals who hold credentials and achieve certifications associated with several globally-recognized sponsored organizations.

Education

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree from an accredited university or college in a related field of study.

Additional information

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

  1. This position is in the excepted service and does not carry the tenure rights of positions in the competitive Civil Service.
  2. All information is subject to verification. Applicants are advised that false answers or omissions of information on application materials or inability to meet the following conditions may be grounds for non-selection, withdrawal of an offer of employment, or dismissal after being employed.
  3. Selection for this position is contingent upon completion of OF-306, Declaration for Federal Employment during the pre-employment process and proof of U.S. citizenship or, for noncitizens, proof of authorization to work in the United States and proof of entitlement to receive compensation. Additional information on the employment of non-citizens can be found at: https://help.usajobs.gov/index.php/Employment_of_Non-citizens. For a list of documents that may be used to provide proof of citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, please refer to http://www.uscis.gov/files/form/i-9.pdf.
  4. The Commission participates in E-Verify and will confirm your authorization to work in the United States.
  5. A background security investigation is required for all selectees. Appointment will be subject to a selectee's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements may be grounds for appropriate personnel action. A background security reinvestigation or supplemental investigation may be required at a later time.
  6. All new Commission employees must identify a financial institution for direct deposit of pay before appointment, mandated by the Federal Compensation Act.
  7. All new Commission employees, those converted from a temporary appointment to a permanent appointment, and all rehired former Commission employees are required to serve a one-year probationary period. The probationary period begins on the effective date of the employee's appointment, conversion, or rehire.
  8. The selected applicant must relocate to the Washington DC Metropolitan area.

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.

The Commission evaluates applicants through a structured interview. Applicants may also be screened for some jobs through a narrative/application review, and/or a preliminary telephone interview. Applicants who do not address the qualification requirements (mandatory and preferred) in his or her application materials as stated in the vacancy anouncement are automatically disqualified from consideration and must re-apply before the closing date to be considered for employment.

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover letter that address all of the qualification requirements listed in this announcement.
  • If available, a recent job performance evaluation.
  • If available, college transcripts.

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

In order to be considered, all applicants must submit an electronic resume and cover letter that address all of the qualification requirements listed in this announcement, and if available, provide a recent job performance evaluation and college transcripts. Applicants will also need to complete the online occupational questionnaire. All applications must be submitted at www.usajobs.gov.

Agency contact information

Corinne Smith
Address
United States Sentencing Commission
One Columbus Circle NE Suite 2-500
Washington, DC 20002
US
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Next steps

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  • Reviews the applicant's application to ensure the proper materials are submitted.
  • Ensures that the application addresses all of the qualification requirements (mandatory and preferred) as stated in the vacancy announcement.
  • Determines whether the applicant meets the qualification requirements for the particular position and notifies the applicant about the status of his or her application.


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