Chief Data Officer
About This Position
This position is located at Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration,Office of Data Analytics. As a Chief Data Officer, you will report directly to the Principal Deputy Inspector General.
You will serve as the chief line official for day-to- day executive leadership and direction over the full scope of data management for TIGTA.
Qualifications
All applicants must meet the qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement. As a basic requirement, applicants must demonstrate at least one year of progressively responsible leadership experience that is indicative of senior executive level managerial capability and directly related to the skills and abilities outlined under the Executive Core Qualifications. Typically, experience of this nature will have been gained at or above the GS-15 grade level in the Federal service or its equivalent with state or local government, the private sector, or non-governmental organizations.
Failure to meet this basic qualification requirement will disqualify the applicant. Evidence must be provided that clearly demonstrates the applicant has the necessary level of executive potential, skills, abilities, specialized knowledge, and technical qualifications to perform as a SES executive. This evidence must include clear, concise examples that emphasize the applicant's level of responsibilities, scope and complexity of assignments, program accomplishments, policy initiatives, and long-range planning.
NOTE: TIGTA is using a resume-based application method for this position, so you should ensure your qualifications are clearly outlined in your resume. ECQ and TPC responses are not required. The best qualified candidates will be determined by assessing experience, education, awards, performance appraisals, and supervisory evaluations for this position.
These will be made against the Executive Core Qualifications and other technical requirements of the position. EXECUTIVE CORE QUALIFICATIONS (ECQs): The ECQs describe the leadership skills needed to succeed in the SES and provide the focus for OPM certification of executive qualifications. ECQ 1 - 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.
ECQ 2 - Demonstrated ability to strategically and efficiently manage resources, budget effectively, cut wasteful spending, and pursue efficiency through process and technological upgrades. ECQ 3 - Demonstrated knowledge, ability, and technical competence to effectively and reliably produce work that is of exceptional quality. ECQ 4 - 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. ECQ 5 - Demonstrated ability to achieve both individual and organizational results, and to align results to stated goals from superiors. Fundamental Competencies - Interpersonal Skills, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Integrity/Honesty, Continual Learning, and Public Service Motivation are cross-cutting and provide the foundation for success in each ECQ.
TECHNICAL PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES (TPCs): The following qualifications are required for the incumbent to perform the duties of the position.
You must demonstrate all of the TPCs to be rated as eligible for this position. TPC 1 - Demonstrated executive/senior leadership experience supervising a wide array of specialists who are dedicated to providing and supporting a comprehensive portfolio of data-related products and services, including advanced statistical analysis, dynamic visualizations, dashboard and tool development, and support for evidence-based decision-making. TPC 2 - Demonstrated executive/senior leadership experience in the development and management of data strategy, policy, risk management and governance.
Such experience must also demonstrate ability to coordinate both internal and external efforts on data management and governance.
Major Duties
As a Chief Data Officer, you will: Identify how data can be used to support TIGTA's most important and complex investigation, audit, inspection and evaluation priorities, as well as budget planning, programming and execution. Develop long-term data analytics integration solutions by evaluating TIGTA oversight operations and developing options to broadly integrate data analytics across the TIGTA enterprise. Create strategy and policy for improving data quality, enhancing data management practices, integrating data collection, and leading the governance of data and information management for oversight projects.
Oversee data services operations regarding program direction to assure effective implementation of IT standards and principles, and TIGTA audit policies and practices. Work with TIGTA officials, and agency managers to ensure maximum use of diverse disciplines in achieving program goals and objectives; and render technical advice and counsel to agency managers and officials in responding to program needs.
Conditions of Employment
Complete a 1-year Senior Executive Service (SES) probationary period, unless already completed.
Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment.
Complete an Executive Personnel Financial Disclosure Report annually. Undergo appropriate tax checks. The employment of any candidate, including a current employee or a new hire, selected for this position is conditioned upon review/check of the candidate's tax compliance.
Further, all TIGTA employees are subject to an employee tax compliance program to ensure that employees fulfill their personal tax responsibilities. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System (https://www.sss.gov/) or are exempt from having to so so. Have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit / Electronic Funds Transfer.
Go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9 (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9). Federal law requires verification of the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires in the U.S. Obtain and use a Government-issued charge card for business-related travel.
You must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
Education
To be qualified for this position, you must meet the basic educational and/or work experience requirements for Data Scientist positions in the federal government. These requirements are: A) A degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, data science or field directly related to the position. The degree must be in a major field of study (at least at the baccalaureate level) that is appropriate for the position.
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B) A combination of education and experience with courses equivalent to a major field of study (30 semester hours/45 quarter hours) as shown in paragraph A above, plus additional education or appropriate experience. The education generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. If you are qualifying based on foreign education, you must submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency. Refer to the OPM instructions.
How You Will Be Evaluated
The recruitment application process for this position is the RESUME-BASED method. Narrative statements addressing the Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and/or Technical Professional Competencies (TPCs) will not be accepted or considered in the evaluation process. Evidence of the ECQs/TPCs must be clearly demonstrated in your resume.
We recommend that you emphasize your level of responsibility, the scope and complexity of programs managed, and program accomplishments (including the results of your actions) in your resume. Initial review of your application will be conducted by a Human Resources Specialist to determine if you meet the eligibility and qualification requirements of this position. Qualified applicants will be reviewed by a pre-liminary rating panel to determine which applicants will advance to the final evaluation round, consisting of a structured interview panel that will assess candidates against the ECQs and TPCs identified in this JOA.
After completion of the structured interviews, the rating panelists will recommend the best qualified applicants for certification. If you are among the top qualified candidates, your application will be referred to a selecting official for selection consideration and possible interview. Selectee recommendations will be required to receive Treasury Executive Review Board approval before a tentative job offer is made.
Additional Information
All initial appointments to an SES position are contingent on approval from OPM's Qualifications Review Board. We may select from this announcement or any other source to fill one or more vacancies. This is not a bargaining-designated position.
This position is a Special Sensitive position.
This position requires that the successful candidate undergo personnel vetting, which includes a background investigation and enrollment upon onboarding into "Continuous Vetting." Enrollment in Continuous Vetting will result in automated record checks being conducted throughout one's employment with Treasury. The successful candidate will also be enrolled into FBI's Rap Back service, which will allow Treasury to receive notification from the FBI of criminal matters (e.g., arrests, charges, convictions) involving enrolled individuals in near real-time. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
How to Apply
A complete on-line application will require the submission of the following: resume, responses to the mandatory ECQ and TPC questions, and supporting documentation (see list of required and recommended documents above). The following instructions outline the application process.
You must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on the closing date of this announcement. We are available to assist you during business hours (normally 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday- Friday). If applying online poses a hardship, please contact us by noon ET on the announcement's closing date. TIGTA provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us if you require this for any part of the application and hiring process. To begin, click Apply to access the online application.
You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.
You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.
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After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position.
Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application: Log into your USAJOBS account (USAJOBS Login) Under "application status," click "Track this application" and you will be taken to the agency website where you can check your application status. For more information regarding the job and applicant status, please refer to USAJOBS Help Center - How to see your application and job status For additional information on how to apply, please visit the Partnership for Public Service's Go Government website.
The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act prohibits the Department of Treasury and its bureaus from requesting an applicant's criminal history record before that individual receives a conditional offer of employment. In accordance with 5 U.S. Code § 9202(c) and 5 C.F.R § 920.201 certain positions are exempt from the provisions of the Fair Chance to Compete Act.
Applicants who believe they have been subjected to a violation of the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, may submit a written complaint to the Department of Treasury by email at, [email protected] learn more, please visit our page at: Treasury.gov/fairchanceact. To preview the online questionnaire: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12877464
Required Documents
Please note that if you do not provide all required information, as specified in this announcement, you may not be considered for this position. ALL APPLICANTS (REQUIRED): Resume (ECQ and TPC experience and competency level should be listed in your resume).
NOTE: Your resume must be 2 pages or less. Applicants with resumes exceeding two-pages will be removed from consideration. Narrative ECQ/TPC responses will not be accepted or considered, but you must show how you possess these requirements within the resume narrative.
For resume writing guidance, please visit USAJOBS Help Center - How do I write a resume for a federal job? Copy of your transcripts or a list of courses showing title, number of credits, grade, and date of completion. (A college or university degree generally must be from an accredited (or pre-accredited) college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
An official copy of transcripts are required before appointment. For a list of schools which meet these criteria, please refer to Department of Education Accreditation page. If you are qualifying based on foreign education, you must submit proof of creditability of education as evaluated by a credentialing agency.
Refer to the OPM instructions. If you successfully completed an SES Candidate Development Program (CDP), you must submit a copy of your Qualifications Review Board certification. If you are a current, retired, or former Federal employee, you must submit a copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, for verification of current or prior Federal employment status, if applicable.
Recommended Documents: In addition, we recommend that you submit the following: A copy of your most recent appraisal of performance, signed and dated within 18 mths.
NOTE: Selectees will be required to participate and receive approval from OPM's Qualification Review Board in order to be approved, as OPM Qualification Review Board certification is required (for competitive eligible applicants). QRB approval is not required for Non-competitive candidates.