About This Position
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is where innovation meets purpose. We ensure the safety and efficiency of the nation's aerospace system, overseeing air traffic, advancing cutting-edge aviation technologies, and shaping the future of flight. Our mission is to deliver the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world. Join a team where your work has real impact, your ideas drive progress, and your career helps keep millions moving safely every day.
Qualifications
To meet the minimum qualifications of this position, you must clearly articulate and describe within your two (2) page resume evidence that you possess the Executive Leadership Dimensions (ELDs) and Mandatory Technical Requirements (TRs) related to this position.
Your resume should include examples of experience and accomplishments applicable to the qualifications. Applicants who do not possess these criteria are ineligible for further consideration. Please do not submit separate documents addressing the Technical Requirements (TRs) and Executive Leadership Dimensions (ELDs), only your two (2) page resume will be accepted and considered.
MANDATORY TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS (TRs): TR 1: Demonstrated leadership experience developing and executing an enterprise-wide information management program, fostering a data-driven culture, aligning enterprise initiatives and operations, ensuring data security and quality, mitigating data risks, and collaborating with senior leaders. TR 2: Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance processes and principles, including developing and implementing strategic plans, establishing effective policies, defining enterprise goals and objectives, analyzing organizational requirements, setting enterprise priorities, and translating strategic plans into executable projects and programs. EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP DIMENSIONS (ELDs) ELD 1: Commitment to the Rule of Law and the Principles of the American Founding – This ELD requires a demonstrated knowledge of the American system of government, commitment to uphold the Constitution and the rule of law, and commitment to serve the American people.
ELD 2: Driving Efficiency -This ELD involves the demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ELD 3: Merit and Competence - This ELD involves the demonstrated knowledge, ability, and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ELD 4: Leading People - This ELD involves the demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a group toward meeting the organization's vision, mission, and goals, and to drive a high-performance, high-accountability culture.
This includes, when necessary, the ability to lead people through change and to hold individuals accountable. ELD 5: Achieving Results - This ELD involves the demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors.
Note: Applicants who are current members of the FAA Executive System (FAAES), Career Senior Executive Service (SES), individuals certified through successful completion of an OPM-approved SES Candidate Development Program (SESCDP), or those with Career SES reinstatement eligibility are not required to address the Executive Leadership Dimensions (ELDs). Such applicants must provide documentation verifying eligibility for noncompetitive appointment to the FAAES (e.g., SF-50, or certification from OPM's SES Qualifications Review Board (QRB).
Major Duties
The Chief Data Officer (CDO), located in the FAA's Office of Finance and Management, oversees the FAA's Enterprise Information Management (EIM) program to manage data and information, improve data-driven decision-making, mitigate data-related risks, enhance efficiency, reduce costs, promote transparency, and enable business insight across the agency. The CDO also leads the governance and integration of secure, responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools across the FAA's programs. The CDO oversees a $21 million budget and approximately 40 professionals, including seven (7) senior managers who are responsible for the FAA's Data Strategy, the FAA AI Order, fostering an FAA data-driven culture, and for data governance, data access, advanced analytics platforms, artificial intelligence solutions, business intelligence solutions, and geospatial solutions.
Oversees the development and implementation of a comprehensive FAA Data Strategy that positions data as a core organizational asset, seamlessly integrated into the FAA's operational objectives. Leads initiatives to leverage data insights, supporting both strategic and tactical decision-making, and encourages innovation in data usage. Drives the development of data-driven solutions and fosters a culture in which data is integral to decision-making at all levels.
Builds a strong governance structure by engaging data stewards in each major business unit, ensuring data quality, accessibility, and secure use in analytics and reporting efforts. Leads the strategic direction and execution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) initiatives across the agency to identify opportunities for innovation and develop cutting-edge AI/ML solutions that support mission-critical business areas. Addresses FAA's data management and AI/ML opportunities, threats, capabilities, and gaps, developing a governance framework that mitigates risks associated with extensive, dynamic data resources.
Works closely with FAA's senior leadership during high-stakes situations, providing data-driven insights and strategic guidance on matters of national security, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and aviation threats.
Conditions of Employment
We are not accepting applications from noncitizens.
Education
An education requirement has not been established for this occupational series.
How You Will Be Evaluated
Once the application process is complete, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted. If you possess the Executive Leadership Dimensions (ELDs) and Mandatory Technical Requirements (TRs) listed above, your application package may be further evaluated by an Executive Rating Panel. Additionally, Hiring Managers may choose to interview highly qualified candidates via one or more interviews.
IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.
Additional Information
Position may be subject to a background investigation. A one-year probationary period may be required. Veterans preference does not apply to the FAA Executive System. The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty.
FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.
If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so (see https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx)Designated or Random Drug Testing required. This is not a bargaining unit position. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA
How to Apply
This recruitment will be conducted using a RESUME-ONLY application process.
Your resume must not exceed two (2) pages and must clearly describe your professional experience and accomplishments that demonstrate you meet the Executive Leadership Dimensions and Mandatory Technical Requirements for this position. Resumes longer than 2 pages will not be accepted and will result in removal from consideration.
Resumes must be uploaded to your USAJOBS application and submitted in either Word (or Word-compatible) or PDF format. You are strongly encouraged to review the Office of Personnel Management's Guide to Senior Executive Service Qualifications and Qualifications Review Board for examples and tips on preparing an effective executive resume: OPM SES Qualifications Guide. To apply, click the Apply Online button in the job announcement.
You will need to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account: USAJOBS Help. Be sure to upload your two-page resume and all required supporting documents before submitting your application.
You must apply online to receive consideration.
Your application must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a register.
Required Documents
RESUME: All applicants must submit a resume limited to two (2) pages. Eligibility and qualifications will be determined solely based on the information provided within this two-page resume.
Your resume must include sufficient detail to validate your qualifications, including employment start and end dates (month/year), position titles, and full-time or part-time status (or average hours worked per week). It must clearly demonstrate your relevant experience and education as they relate to the position's requirements. SF-50: Current federal employees must submit an SF-50 showing eligibility.
Submit your current or most recent SF-50. Do not submit an award SF-50, as these do not verify eligibility. Additionally, Career Executives or those with FAA Executive System (FAAES) or Senior Executive Service (SES) reinstatement eligibility must submit an SF-50 showing career FAAES or SES to receive non-competitive consideration.
Candidate Development Program (CDP): If you have completed an OPM-approved SES CDP, include a copy of your OPM certificate. Failure to submit any required documents by the closing date will remove you from consideration.