Summary
The Senate Sergeant at Arms is seeking a Senior IT 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
Develops and implements IT strategies aligned with organizational goals, ensuring effective execution across specialized IT domains. Leads diverse IT teams, fostering professional growth, collaboration, and excellence in specialized areas such as UX, product development, software development, business partners, quality assurance, COTS development and vendor management. Champions the evaluation and adoption of emerging technologies and best practices to drive innovation and improve service delivery and product development. Builds and maintains strong relationships with business partners, customers, and vendors, ensuring IT strategies and projects align with stakeholder needs and expectations. Oversees the operational aspects of the IT department, ensuring efficient resource allocation, process optimization, and delivery of high-quality IT services and products. Manages budgeting, financial forecasting, and resource allocation to ensure projects are delivered within budget and contribute to the financial objectives of the organization. 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 - Other duties as assigned.
Required Work Experience - Minimum of 5 years of experience in a leadership role within an IT environment, demonstrating proficiency in managing, supervising, and developing professional and technical teams.
Required Special Skills/ Knowledge - Strong leadership skills to guide and develop diverse IT teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration across teams and with stakeholders, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Fundamental understanding of project management principles to oversee IT projects from conception to completion.
- A solid technical foundation in IT principles, with the ability to oversee a variety of IT functions and adapt to new technologies.
- Ability to contribute to and execute strategic IT plans that support the organization’s goals and adapt to changing business needs.
- Commitment to staying informed about the latest IT trends and best practices, with a willingness to pursue relevant professional development opportunities.
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. Desired Qualifications - Experience managing a team and personnel, including setting priorities, performance evaluations, and staff development.
- Experience as a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).
- Strong vendor negotiation and contract management skills.
- Proven track record in IT project management and strategic planning.
- Ability to communicate, multi-task, and collaborate effectively. Attention to detail is required.
- Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and staff.
- Ability to interact with staff members across all levels of the organization, as well as with outside vendors.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Working Conditions - Sedentary
- This position directly supports essential services of the U.S. Senate. As such, this position requires the employee be available and prepared to work during government shutdowns, in inclement weather, on holidays, weekends, and during late nights to ensure essential services to the Senate continue without interruption. In the context of government
furloughs, this position is considered excepted. - The U.S. Senate network cannot be taken offline for maintenance during the workday, or while the Senate is in session. As such, maintenance windows may only occur at night, on weekends, and occasionally on holidays. Employees who perform systems upgrades, maintenance, wiring, backups, support our alternate data centers will have schedules that include working nights, weekends, and holidays.
- To meet the needs of the US Senate, the person in this position will be required to work extended hours, outside normal business hours, which includes but may not be limited to holidays and weekends, as necessary.
Security Clearance - This position requires that the applicant obtain and maintain a 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.
Continuous Learning & Development
We believe in nurturing talent. With access to advanced training modules, workshops, and seminars, your growth journey is our top priority. Benefits & Perks
Enjoy a competitive package that goes beyond just a paycheck. Comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and unique perks await you.
Education
High School Diploma/GED.
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
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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